Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Interests
Timeline
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Anthony Gaffey

Anthony Gaffey

Corona,CA

Summary

Dynamic and mission-driven Barista Manager and mentor, recognized for exceptional communication and teaching abilities, alongside a genuine passion for coffee. Maintains a calm, mature, and professional demeanor while proactively addressing challenges in staff management and operations. With over 3 years of experience in specialty drink establishments, a strong focus on executing high-functioning coffee bars has been established. Detail-oriented and adept at critical thinking, consistently excels in fast-paced environments to deliver outstanding customer experiences.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Barista Trainer

Albertsons
11.2022 - 08.2025
  • Trained new employees, sharing knowledge and expertise of coffees, teas, and merchandise.
  • Maintained and operated espresso machines, blenders, commercial coffee brewers, coffee pots, and other equipment.
  • Monitored supply levels at counter and maintained customer areas to meet typical demands.
  • Explained beverage preparation and offered samples to help customers choose ideal items.

Barista/IT Lead

Gladly Coffee
01.2022 - 09.2022
  • Established, repaired and optimized networks by installing wiring, cabling and devices
  • Helped management keep adequate supply on hand by notifying of shortages
  • Go-to POC for all shop networking/PC issues
  • Prioritized drink requests while managing interruptions
  • Used POS system to accurately enter orders and process payments

Education

High School Diploma -

Centennial High School

Skills

  • >Point of sale operation
  • >Retail management
  • >New hire training
  • >Performance improvement
  • >Food preparation and safety
  • >Brand management
  • >Strategic planning
  • >Coaching and mentoring
  • >Performance management

Accomplishments

  • Promoted to assistant manager after 4 months
  • Resolved product issue through consumer testing
  • Supervised team of 6 staff members
  • Moved out and currently exploring new career avenues

Interests

  • Vlogging
  • Volunteering at local animal shelters and rescue organizations
  • I like working with my hands and fixing things

Timeline

Barista Trainer

Albertsons
11.2022 - 08.2025

Barista/IT Lead

Gladly Coffee
01.2022 - 09.2022

High School Diploma -

Centennial High School