STELLA ETIENNE
Brooklyn,USA
Summary
Polished, multilingual professional with a background in luxury service, cultural exchange, and guest relations. Skilled at curating bespoke experiences, fostering meaningful connections, and engaging diverse audiences with discretion and warmth. Well-traveled and culturally fluent, with a natural ability to make every interaction feel refined, personal, and unforgettable.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Baker/Server
Radio Bakery
Brooklyn, NY
09.2025 - Current
- Produced and dressed a substantial number of croissants, ensuring adherence to quality standards.
- Handled POS operations for efficient order processing and accurate billing.
- Demonstrated strong knowledge of menu items to recommend specials aligned with costumer preferences.
- Thrived in a high-pressure, fast-paced kitchen and service environment, ensuring timely production and service.
English Assistant
TAPIF
Bourg-en-Bresse, France
09.2024 - 05.2025
- Acted as a cultural liaison, fostering connections between French and American traditions.
- Curated engaging cross-cultural activities that deepened students' appreciation of language and culture.
- Built rapport across diverse backgrounds, creating a welcoming and supportive environment.
Intern
Missions to the World
Brussels, Belgium
05.2024 - 07.2024
- Facilitated intercultural events and discussions in English and French, enhancing community engagement.
- Had dinner with diplomats, EU professionals, expatriates, and local leaders in Brussels, one of the world's most international cities.
- Strengthened cross-cultural communication skills while supporting initiatives that connected diverse communities.
- Developed adaptability and discretion in high-profile, multicultural environments.
Server
Alpin Bistro
Gainesville, USA
07.2023 - 04.2024
- Delivered refined dining experiences with attention to detail and genuine warmth.
- Anticipated guest needs and personalized service for an international clientele.
- Adapted communication style to diverse guests, creating memorable and culturally attuned interactions.
- Maintained discretion and professionalism in a boutique, hospitality-driven setting.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - French and History
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL12.2023
Exchange Program -
Université Rennes 2
Rennes, France05.2022
Skills
- Curating bespoke experiences, and ensuring memorable guest interactions
- Adaptability and cultural fluency: comfortable in high-profile, international settings, well-traveled, with a global perspective
- Customer service
Languages
- English, Native
- French, Highly Proficient
- Haitian Creole, Native
Timeline
Baker/Server
Radio Bakery
09.2025 - Current
English Assistant
TAPIF
09.2024 - 05.2025
Intern
Missions to the World
05.2024 - 07.2024
Server
Alpin Bistro
07.2023 - 04.2024
Bachelor of Arts - French and History
University of Florida
Exchange Program -
Université Rennes 2