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Work History
Education
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Sydney Chronister

Herndon,VA

Summary

Outgoing and friendly Barista with excellent interpersonal communication strengths. Solid experience processing payments, handling food, creating personalized beverages, and meeting customer demands with diligent and well-organized mentality.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Barista

Blend Coffee Bar
2024.03 - Current
  • Collaborated with management to plan promotional events or seasonal menu items that attracted new clientele.
  • Kept up-to-date with industry trends, incorporating new ideas into drink preparation and presentation.
  • Demonstrated expertise in various brewing techniques, ensuring consistent quality across all drinks served.
  • Educated customers on coffee offerings, promoting upselling opportunities and enhancing their overall experience.
  • Recommended products based on solid understanding of individual customer needs and preferences.
  • Trained new team members with positive reinforcement and respectful, encouraging coaching.
  • Maintained regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
  • Maintained and operated espresso machines, blenders, commercial coffee brewers, coffee pots, and other equipment.
  • Handled customer complaints professionally, resolving issues promptly to ensure satisfaction and foster loyalty.
  • Promoted a welcoming atmosphere by greeting customers with a friendly demeanor and promptly addressing their needs.

Barista

Starbucks
2022.04 - 2023.05
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace for optimal productivity and safety.
  • Cleaned counters, machines, utensils, and seating areas daily.
  • Promoted a welcoming atmosphere by greeting customers with a friendly demeanor and promptly addressing their needs.
  • Explained beverage preparation and offered samples to help customers choose ideal items.
  • Used POS system to accurately enter orders and process payments.
  • Contributed to a positive team environment through effective communication and collaboration with colleagues.
  • Restocked display cases with attractive arrangements to promote specialty food items like bagels and muffins.

Hostess

Piero's Corner
2021.10 - 2022.03
  • Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, balancing responsibilities such as answering phone calls, greeting guests, and updating reservation logs simultaneously.
  • Greeted customers warmly upon arrival and provided friendly and warm presence throughout dining experience.
  • Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
  • Minimized customer service complaints by expertly managing customer expectations during busy periods.
  • Maintained a clean and welcoming environment, ensuring the comfort of guests throughout their visit.

Education

High School Diploma -

Briar Woods High School
Ashburn, VA
06.2024

Skills

  • Friendly and outgoing
  • Opening and closing duties
  • Cash Handling
  • Adaptive and creative
  • Espresso machine operation
  • POS Systems
  • Active Listening
  • Reliable and Dependable
  • Problem-Solving
  • Customer Service
  • Beverage Preparation
  • Food Serving and Preparation
  • Cleanliness

Timeline

Barista

Blend Coffee Bar
2024.03 - Current

Barista

Starbucks
2022.04 - 2023.05

Hostess

Piero's Corner
2021.10 - 2022.03

High School Diploma -

Briar Woods High School
Sydney Chronister