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Summer Vitanza

Cheshire

Summary

The Community Ambassador role consists of coordinating and executing in store and community events along with campaigning throughout the community. A community ambassador is dedicated to taking care of people while building bridges and connecting people together. Mission BBQ focuses not only on our customers but also on our "Tribe". Our tribe consists of hometown heroes: police, fire and first responders in addition to our active duty and veteran heroes. Planning events around our "Tribe" has taught me how one person can impact a group of people. With my sole focus being our "Tribe" I am able to build a bridge to our community leaving our heroes feeling at home with our business. To be a successful Community Ambassador you need to have an outgoing personality to reach our people. I have spoken at a numerous of public events expressing "Our Mission" in who we are and what we do. Along with these in store events we also take part in volunteer events like Wreaths Across America and feeding homeless veterans. Having an outgoing personality has shown me the difference people have on each other. Aroma Joes is a business that focuses on "positively impacting people" this means there are no intercoms when ordering at the shop. Aroma Joes focuses on face to face interpersonal communication to make personal connections with our customers. Having an outgoing and friendly personality while being a barista has advanced my customer service. With these two titles, I am also cross trained on every front of house and back of house position at Mission BBQ, this includes Expo, dining room leader, hourly manager, prep cook, line cook, catering captain and designated certified trainer. These positions as a whole have increased my skill set along with my dedication to making customers happy.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Barista

Aroma Joes
08.2024 - Current
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace for optimal productivity and safety.
  • Promoted a welcoming atmosphere by greeting customers with a friendly demeanor and promptly addressing their needs.
  • 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.
  • Cleaned counters, machines, utensils, and seating areas daily.
  • Controlled line and crowd with quick, efficient service.
  • Handled customer complaints professionally, resolving issues promptly to ensure satisfaction and foster loyalty.
  • Maintained regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
  • Maintained and operated espresso machines, blenders, commercial coffee brewers, coffee pots, and other equipment.
  • Operated espresso machines and commercial coffee brewers to create beverages.
  • Used POS system to accurately enter orders and process payments.

Community Ambassador

Mission BBQ
07.2023 - Current

- Enhanced community engagement by organizing and hosting local events.

  • Managed budgets for various community events, effectively allocating funds to maximize impact while remaining cost efficient.
  • Recruited trained, and supervised a team of enthusiastic volunteers to assist with event planning and execution tasks.
  • Promoted a sense of belonging among community members by initiating inclusive social activities and gatherings.
  • Strengthened relationships between residents and local businesses through regular communication and collaboration.
  • Boosted awareness of available community services by creating informative newsletters, flyers, and social media posts.
  • Spoke at public events, evangelizing for organizational goals and interests.
  • Participated in community events to promote services and engage with public.
  • Partnered with local organizations to expand access to social and community services.
  • Implemented strategies to increase public awareness of social and community service programs.

Shift Leader

Mission BBQ
07.2021 - Current
  • Motivated staff through recognition programs, fostering a positive workplace culture and increasing morale.
  • Developed action plans to address operational challenges, resulting in cohesive team environment.
  • Trained new employees on company policies and procedures to ensure a seamless onboarding experience.
  • Improved team performance with regular feedback sessions and targeted skill development initiatives.
  • Completed cash and credit card transactions accurately using POS software.
  • Maintained a clean and safe work environment while ensuring all employees adhered to safety guidelines and protocols.
  • Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
  • Led team through high-demand shifts by implementing streamlined processes and enhancing communication among staff.
  • Oversaw daily cash handling procedures, maintaining accurate records and minimizing discrepancies.
  • Resolved customer complaints and issues and offered thoughtful solutions to maintain customer satisfaction.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction through prompt and courteous service, addressing concerns immediately.
  • Enforced company policies and regulations with employees.
  • Resolved conflicts between employees to maintain positive and productive work environments.
  • Assisted managers in setting goals for each department within the store and monitored progress toward those objectives regularly.

Dining Room Associate

Mission BBQ
07.2021 - Current
  • Increased repeat business through friendly and professional interactions with patrons.
  • Developed positive rapport with regular customers while welcoming new diners enthusiastically.
  • Assisted customers in menu selection, offering suggestions for optimal satisfaction based on preferences and dietary restrictions.
  • Facilitated seamless payment transactions, ensuring accurate billing and processing of various payment methods.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth operations during busy periods.

Line Cook

Mission BBQ
07.2021 - Current
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
  • Expedited service during peak hours by coordinating with fellow line cooks on timing of dish completion.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

Florida Gulf Coast
Fort Myers, FL
05-2027

Associate of Arts - Communications

Tunxis Community College
Farmington, CT
06-2025

High School Diploma -

Cheshire High School
Cheshire, CT
06-2022

Skills

  • Time management
  • Friendly and outgoing
  • Attention to detail
  • Team player
  • Problem-solving
  • Cash handling
  • Opening and closing duties
  • Active listener
  • Cleanliness
  • Team leadership
  • Adaptive and creative
  • Exceptional customer service
  • Order taking
  • Espresso machine operation
  • Marketing
  • Public speaking
  • Event coordination
  • Outreach management
  • Teamwork
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multitasking
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Reliability
  • Organizational skills
  • Excellent communication
  • Active listening
  • Relationship building
  • Public relations

Timeline

Barista

Aroma Joes
08.2024 - Current

Community Ambassador

Mission BBQ
07.2023 - Current

Shift Leader

Mission BBQ
07.2021 - Current

Dining Room Associate

Mission BBQ
07.2021 - Current

Line Cook

Mission BBQ
07.2021 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

Florida Gulf Coast

Associate of Arts - Communications

Tunxis Community College

High School Diploma -

Cheshire High School
Summer Vitanza