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Sofiia Shanskaia

New York

Summary

Creative, adaptable, and goal-oriented professional with 5 years of experience in television journalism, over 6 years in the restaurant industry, and a solid background as an Aircraft Security Sergeant. Throughout my career, I have developed strong skills in content creation, project management, client interaction, and safety protocols, enabling me to communicate effectively with diverse audiences and handle complex situations. My experience in the restaurant industry further honed my abilities in sales, marketing, and brand reputation management. As an Aircraft Security Sergeant, I also gained valuable expertise in ensuring safety, managing emergency situations, and overseeing security operations, which has enhanced my attention to detail and decision-making skills. I have never shied away from switching career paths and am now eager to transition into marketing, leveraging my diverse background to create innovative strategies that drive business growth and customer engagement.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Barista

Blank Street
10.2023 - Current
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace for optimal productivity and safety.
  • Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
  • Contributed to a positive team environment through effective communication and collaboration with colleagues.
  • Supported training efforts for new hires, sharing knowledge of coffee making techniques and customer service standards.
  • Elevated customer loyalty by using strong communication abilities to resolve customer problems.
  • Used POS system to accurately enter orders and process payments.
  • Collaborated with local bakeries to offer selection of fresh pastries, complementing coffee menu and boosting overall sales.
  • Managed inventory levels to ensure all necessary supplies were always available, preventing any service delays.

Bartender

Arlo Midtown Rooftop Bar
05.2023 - 09.2023
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing excellent service and crafting high-quality cocktails.
  • Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
  • Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.

Bartender

TWIST BY MILK AND HOPES
11.2022 - 05.2023
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Developed creative bar menus and drink recipes by researching emerging industry trends.
  • Helped management plan and serve bar menu exceeding customer expectations.
  • Applied knowledge to create innovative cocktails, enhance flavor profiles and expertly pair food and drinks.
  • Mixed unique and interesting cocktails for customers, including bar specials.
  • Managed bar inventory, restocked supplies and placed orders for spirits, beer, wines, and mixers.
  • Used extensive knowledge of beer, wine and spirits to make informed recommendations to customers.

Bartender

Coletta Vegan Restaurant
09.2022 - 11.2022

Bartender

The Blue Mezze bar
05.2022 - 08.2022
  • Organizing and overseeing daily bar operations
  • Сash control and reporting
  • Working with suppliers, inventory control
  • Ensuring high service standards, resolving customer issues
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Increased repeat customer numbers, creating welcoming atmosphere and remembering regulars' favorite drinks.

Manager of 3 bars

Moryak and chaika 24hour bar
09.2020 - 03.2022
  • Staff scheduling
  • Document management
  • Attracting new subscribers in social media
  • Decoration
  • Planning and hosting themed parties/b-days/weddings
  • Organization and participation in photo shoots
  • Collaborated with writers, designers and other editors to deliver content of highest quality.
  • Organizing and overseeing daily bar operations
  • Managing staff, training, and team motivation
  • Developing and implementing marketing campaigns and events
  • Budget management, cash control, and reporting
  • Working with suppliers, inventory control
  • Ensuring high service standards, resolving customer issues
  • Reporting, ensuring compliance with standards and regulations

Aircraft Security Sergeant

Sheremetyevo - A.S. Pushkin International Airport
03.2017 - 08.2020

Aircraft Security Sergeant with experience in ensuring the safety and security of aviation operations, conducting security inspections, overseeing personnel and equipment security protocols, and managing emergency response procedures.

Office Manager

StroyPlus
06.2015 - 03.2017
  • Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
  • Enhanced team productivity by delegating tasks effectively and overseeing daily workflow.
  • Assisted in the recruitment process, conducting interviews and onboarding new employees to promote a seamless integration into the team dynamic.

TV Correspondent / Television Editor

Studio Academia TV
01.2010 - 06.2014
  • Established relationships with sources, leading to exclusive interviews and scoops.
  • Increased audience engagement by producing timely and relevant news stories.
  • Delivered breaking news reports under tight deadlines without sacrificing accuracy or quality of content.
  • Wrote and created content for various topics and mediums.
  • Edited and reviewed content for grammar, spelling and punctuation.
  • Collaborated with writers, designers and other editors to deliver content of highest quality.

Education

GOOGLE
New York, NY
03.2025

Graphic designer -

Skillbox Moscow School of Design
Moscow, Russia
01.2019

No Degree - Radio And Television

Moscow School of Radio
Moscow, Russia
07-2014

Master's Degree -

Russian State University of Economics
Rostov-on-Don, Russia
06-2014

Skills

  • CRM Strategy Development
  • Digital Content Development
  • Sales Expertise
  • Project Planning
  • Team Leadership & Training
  • Event Coordination Expertise

Personal Information

Date of Birth: 02/13/92

About Me - Description

  • Responsibility, desire to be useful, desire for new knowledge and development of the place where I work.
  • Self-critical, with a sense of humor.
  • Love pets, phonk and lo-fi music, parties, art, old movies.
  • I would like to visit all countries in the world.

Languages

Russian
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working

Timeline

Barista

Blank Street
10.2023 - Current

Bartender

Arlo Midtown Rooftop Bar
05.2023 - 09.2023

Bartender

TWIST BY MILK AND HOPES
11.2022 - 05.2023

Bartender

Coletta Vegan Restaurant
09.2022 - 11.2022

Bartender

The Blue Mezze bar
05.2022 - 08.2022

Manager of 3 bars

Moryak and chaika 24hour bar
09.2020 - 03.2022

Aircraft Security Sergeant

Sheremetyevo - A.S. Pushkin International Airport
03.2017 - 08.2020

Office Manager

StroyPlus
06.2015 - 03.2017

TV Correspondent / Television Editor

Studio Academia TV
01.2010 - 06.2014

GOOGLE

Graphic designer -

Skillbox Moscow School of Design

No Degree - Radio And Television

Moscow School of Radio

Master's Degree -

Russian State University of Economics
Sofiia Shanskaia