Monica Benitez
Cypress,TX
Summary
Productive Barista accustomed delivers excellent customer service while making and serving coffee and specialty beverages. Consistently follows recipe and presentation standards and maintain clean, hygienic workspaces. Familiar with sanitation regulations and dedicated to customer satisfaction.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Barista
Travelin' Toms Coffee Truck
Waco, TX
08.2023 - 02.2024
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies and restocked when necessary.
- Stocked shelves with ingredients needed to make coffee drinks.
- Developed creative recipes for signature coffees or blended drinks unique to the cafe.
- Ensured all equipment was maintained in proper working order according to manufacturer's instructions.
- Greeted and communicated with customers to take beverage orders and offer recommendations based on taste preferences.
- Maintained calm demeanor during high-volume periods and special events.
Barista
Magnolia Coffee House Bistro
Magnolia, TX
12.2021 - 08.2022
- Operated cash registers to process customer payments.
- Organized workstations efficiently so that tasks could be completed quickly during peak hours.
- Maintained a clean work environment by wiping down counters, washing dishes, and cleaning floors.
- Greeted customers and took orders for coffee drinks, food items, and other beverages.
- Trained new baristas on company policies and procedures regarding food handling safety standards.
Restaurant Hostess
Las Fuentes Mexican Restaurant
Magnolia , TX
05.2020 - 11.2021
- Managed reservations, waitlists, and special requests for large parties.
- Assigned seating arrangements based on customer preferences and restaurant policies.
- Answered incoming calls with appropriate greeting and provided information about menu items or services offered.
- Greeted customers and escorted them to their tables.
- Balanced cash register at end of shift according to established procedures.
Education
High School Diploma -
Magnolia West High School
Magnolia, TX05-2023
Some College (No Degree) - Biology
Baylor University
Waco, TXSkills
- Ordering Procedures
- Beverage Preparation
- Food Running
- Menu Memorization
- Fluent in Spanish
- Coffee expertise
Certification
- Food handling certificate
- Alcohol server certificate
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Barista
Travelin' Toms Coffee Truck
08.2023 - 02.2024
Barista
Magnolia Coffee House Bistro
12.2021 - 08.2022
Restaurant Hostess
Las Fuentes Mexican Restaurant
05.2020 - 11.2021
High School Diploma -
Magnolia West High School
Some College (No Degree) - Biology
Baylor University
- Food handling certificate
- Alcohol server certificate
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