Flexible and focused team player with expertise in customer relationship management, HR proficiencies, strategic planning and time management. Considered highly knowledgeable in information technology, training systems and program management. Offering knack for building productive working relationships. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. I recently relocated to the North Denver Metro area and am looking for opportunities to use my creativity, organization, and communication skills.
Hi, I’m
Tara Lewis
I'm ready to join your team!
Thornton, Colorado, United States,Colorado
Summary
Overview
13
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Achilles Coffee Roasters, CA
General Manager
02.2022 - 03.2023
Job overview
- Trained 6 employees on duties, policies and procedures.
- Created a training manual and curriculum for the company.
- Created schedules and monitored payroll to remain within budget.
- Tracked monthly sales to generate reports for business development planning.
- Managed inventory levels and conducted corrective action planning to minimize long-term costs.
- Built and maintained loyal, long-term customer relationships through effective account management.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
Klein Independent School District, TX
Co-Teacher
01.2021 - 05.2021
Job overview
- Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Enhanced lessons with smart board technology, iPads and computers to address common core goals.
- Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
- Advised students on course selection, pathways and career options.
Marriott International
Restaurant Supervisor
12.2019 - 10.2020
Job overview
- Communicated well and used strong interpersonal skills to establish positive relationships with guests and employees.
- Maximized team performance by training 2 new employees on proper food handling and restaurant protocols.
- Optimized profits by controlling food, beverage and labor costs.
- Developed and implemented menus and strategies to enhance team performance, improve processes and boost results.
Marriott International
Bartender
01.2018 - 01.2019
Job overview
- Managed bar area, cocktail design and menu and handled inventory, regulation compliance and customer relationships.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation and upselling techniques.
- Planned and coordinated special events to boost customer numbers and profits.
Painting With A Twist
Painting Instructor
01.2018 - 01.2019
Job overview
- Developed lesson plans to teach course materials according to schedule for class sizes ranging from 5-30 students.
- Served as advisor for extracurricular activities such as art clubs and camps.
- Developed interesting course plans to meet academic, intellectual and social needs of students.
- Provided opportunities for each student to reach fullest potential through artistic, creative expression.
Seven Mile Cafe
Bar Manager
01.2014 - 01.2018
Job overview
- Interviewed, hired and trained 2 staff members to improve customer retention and bolster sales.
- Controlled labor costs by adjusting schedules and workflows to align with anticipated customer demands.
- Reorganized bar stations to streamline service flow.
- Resolved escalated customer complaints to maximize satisfaction and loyalty.
- Increased revenue by promoting additional products and assisting with beverage menu.
CBS19 News KYTX
Graphic
Designer/Operations
01.2013 - 01.2014
Job overview
- Designed new, on-brand visual elements focusing on concept and messaging for daily news casts.
- Identified operational and performance issues and worked with managers to resolve concerns.
- Trained, mentored and motivated employees to maximize team productivity.
- Leveraged proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator to design email blasts, catalogs, posters and other promotional materials.
UNT Retail Dining - Assistant Manager
01.2010 - 01.2012
Job overview
- Trained staff to have extensive product knowledge and upselling skills.
- Managed special store projects to improve store-wide processes and operations.
- Supported store manager with recruiting, interviewing and hiring baristas.
- Greeted customers at front counter, answering questions and inputting specialty coffee orders into POS system.
Education
University of North Texas
Bachelor from Art Education
University Overview
Skills
- Health and Safety Standards
- Equipment Inspection
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Kitchen Staff Supervision
- Inventory Control
- Payroll Preparation
- Complaint Resolution
- Customer Service
- Work Station Assignments
- Orientation and Onboarding
- Deposit Preparation
- Alcoholic Beverage Service
- Work Schedule Creation
- Program Rollout
- Personnel Evaluations
- Staff Supervision
- Special Promotions
- Master Menu Analysis
- Personnel Data Reporting
- Policies Development
- Team Collaboration
- Data Entry Software
- Menu Planning
- Point of Sale POS Software
- Microsoft Excel
- Supplies Purchasing
- Safety Training
- Food and Beverage Service
- Food Services Management
- Course Counseling
- Problem-Solving
- Behavior Counseling
- Classroom Observation
- Conflict Management
- Student Mentorship
- Student Development
- Innovative Teaching Methods
Certification
- OSHA Certification - 2023
Timeline
General Manager
Achilles Coffee Roasters
02.2022 - 03.2023
Co-Teacher
Klein Independent School District
01.2021 - 05.2021
Restaurant Supervisor
Marriott International
12.2019 - 10.2020
Bartender
Marriott International
01.2018 - 01.2019
Painting Instructor
Painting With A Twist
01.2018 - 01.2019
Bar Manager
Seven Mile Cafe
01.2014 - 01.2018
Graphic
Designer/Operations
CBS19 News KYTX
01.2013 - 01.2014
UNT Retail Dining - Assistant Manager
01.2010 - 01.2012
University of North Texas
Bachelor from Art Education
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