Michael Cobern
Morristown,NJ
Summary
Currently in the process of getting my American Welding Society Certification for TIG welding at the County College of Morris Workforce development center. In my final semesters of obtaining my Associates Degree in Fashion Design at the County College of Morris. Throughout my work experience, I have gained skill in creative contributions and event hosting, I excel in team collaboration and strategic thinking, driving success through effective goal-setting and oversight. Committed to fostering a positive work environment where everyone is included.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Barista
Starbucks
Morristown Medical Center, Morristown, NJ
05.2025 - Current
- Delivered high-quality customer service in a fast paced healthcare environment
- Collaborated with a diverse team to ensure smooth daily operations
- Resolved customer concerns efficiently with professionalism while maintaining a calm demeanor
- Balanced speed, quality, and safety under pressure
Assistant Manager
Bakers on Broad Street
Red Bank, US
04.2024 - 04.2025
- I started working at this bakery/café in April 2024 as a barista.
- In a short amount of time, I stepped up to the plate when it has mattered, and earned my position as Assistant Manager as of July 2024.
- My main takeaways from this position are training new workers and making sure they build good habits, how to organize and build a menu on the Toast system efficiently, being responsible for orders both for the store and from the store, using my creativity to add touches to the menu and appearance of the bakery, and many more things, such as hosting events and finding catering opportunities.
Produce Team Member
Whole Foods Market
Middletown, US
02.2024 - 04.2024
- Cut up fruit for fruit salad bowls, make guacamole, make orange juice, as well as price these items and put them out on the floor to be sold.
- Restocked shelves throughout the day as needed.
- Greeted customers to determine wants or needs.
- Rotated stock to maintain freshness.
Inventory Management
Nordstrom Rack
Eatontown, US
08.2023 - 02.2024
- Processing shipments of products so that they are ready to be put on the floor.
- Experience using a bale processor.
- Recorded all incoming shipments into the inventory management system.
- Had the opportunity to style mannequins and learn about seasonal color themes.
Food Runner/Busser
Woody's
Sea Bright, US
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas throughout shift including counter tops, floors, equipment.
- Greeted frequent visitors by name and explained new promotions.
- Greatly improved my customer service skills.
- Maintained knowledge of menu items and daily specials to answer customer inquiries.
Lot Attendant
Galaxy Toyota
Eatontown, US
12.2022 - 05.2023
- Full-time lot attendant position.
- Inspected vehicles for damage upon arrival and departure from lot.
- Ensured that all vehicles were parked in designated areas according to size and type.
- Logged assigned vehicle tags in specified software.
- Resolved customer issues to maintain high standards of customer satisfaction.
Valet
Virtuoso Valet
Bridgewater, US
07.2021 - 08.2022
- Standard valet attendant position; worked a few shifts as the valet manager.
- Greeted customers and took car keys to park vehicles in available spots.
- Maintained cleanliness of all areas used for valet operations, including lobby, driveways, and parking lots.
- Returned guests' vehicles while following safe driving practices and obeying traffic laws.
Education
Associate of Arts - Fashion Design And Merchandising
County College of Morris
Randolph Township, NJ08-2026
AWS Certification - American Welding Society Certification Program
County College of Morris
Randolph Township, NJ07.2026
High School Diploma -
Morristown High School
Morristown, NJ06.2022
Skills
Customer service
Trend analysis
Time management
Team collaboration
Strategic thinker
Team motivator
Training new employees
Closing/opening oversight
Employee scheduling
Goal setting
Certification
Driver's License
References
References available upon request.
Education
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Timeline
Barista
Starbucks
05.2025 - Current
Assistant Manager
Bakers on Broad Street
04.2024 - 04.2025
Produce Team Member
Whole Foods Market
02.2024 - 04.2024
Inventory Management
Nordstrom Rack
08.2023 - 02.2024
Lot Attendant
Galaxy Toyota
12.2022 - 05.2023
Food Runner/Busser
Woody's
08.2022 - 08.2023
Valet
Virtuoso Valet
07.2021 - 08.2022
High School Diploma -
Morristown High School
Associate of Arts - Fashion Design And Merchandising
County College of Morris
AWS Certification - American Welding Society Certification Program
County College of Morris