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Serena Nicholson

Summary

Outgoing and friendly Barista with excellent interpersonal communication strengths. Solid experience processing payments, handling food and meeting customer demands with diligent and well-organized mentality. Certified in safe food handling. I'm dedicated to making delicious specialty coffee and other beverages and contributing to a safe, welcoming cafe environment. I am a fast learner and adapter to new circumstances and challenges paired with in-depth knowledge of coffee-making operations. I works well under pressure, with others and in fast-paced settings.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Barista

Ten Ton Coffee
08.2023 - Current
  • Handled customer complaints professionally, resolving issues promptly to ensure satisfaction and foster loyalty.
  • Elevated customer loyalty by using strong communication abilities to resolve customer problems.
  • Used POS system to accurately enter orders and process payments.
  • Promoted additional items with beverages, increasing store sales.
  • Learned every menu item's preparation and numerous off-label drinks to meet customer needs.
  • Recommended products based on solid understanding of individual customer needs and preferences.
  • Restocked display cases with attractive arrangements to promote specialty food items like house made bagels and fresh pastries.

Barista

Dutch Bros
03.2023 - 07.2023
  • Cleaned counters, machines, utensils, and seating areas daily.
  • Worked efficiently with my coworkers to get drinks out in a timely matter.
  • Managed time effectively to balance both front-of-house tasks and back-of-house responsibilities during busy periods.
  • Contributed to a positive team environment through effective communication and collaboration with colleagues.
  • Educated customers on coffee offerings, promoting upselling opportunities and enhancing their overall experience.

Barista

Locally Nourished
08.2022 - 10.2022
  • Promoted additional items with beverages, increasing store sales.
  • Learned every menu item's preparation and numerous off-label drinks to meet customer needs.
  • Maintained regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
  • Completed successful daily cash audits to correctly balance drawers at end of shifts.
  • Sanitized equipment and wiped down counters and tables to prevent spread of germs.
  • Prepared specialty drinks such as cappuccinos, lattes and mochas.

Education

High School Diploma -

Shasta Lake High School
Shasta Lake, CA
05.2019

Skills

  • Excellent math skills
  • Table Bussing
  • Coffee and Tea Preparation
  • Supply Restocking
  • Food Preparation
  • Workstation Maintenance
  • Customer Service
  • Cash Register Operation
  • Team Player

Timeline

Barista

Ten Ton Coffee
08.2023 - Current

Barista

Dutch Bros
03.2023 - 07.2023

Barista

Locally Nourished
08.2022 - 10.2022

High School Diploma -

Shasta Lake High School
Serena Nicholson