Taylor Rawlins
San Diego,CA
Summary
Dedicated and reliable professional with a strong commitment to teamwork and collaboration, developed through years of competitive sports experience. A positive attitude and a genuine passion for helping others create an ideal fit for customer-focused environments. Proven ability to quickly learn company products and services, ensuring accurate and efficient support for clients. Eager to leverage and further develop communication and problem-solving skills in any role, contributing to organizational success.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Barista/Prep Worker
Cafe Bella OB
08.2025 - Current
- Prepared and served high-quality coffee/ espresso beverages and specialty drinks in a fast-paced environment.
- Maintained and operated espresso machines, blenders, commercial coffee brewers, coffee pots, and other equipment proficiently.
- Listened carefully to customer requests and created personalized, delicious beverages, which improved sales.
- Used POS system to accurately enter orders and process payments.
- Followed exact recipes for mixing and preparing beverage and food items.
- Prepared ingredients by chopping, slicing, and measuring to ensure efficient workflow.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations to ensure compliance with health standards.
- Developed rapport with customers, providing exceptional service and fostering a welcoming atmosphere.
Youth Development Teacher
YMCA, SOUTH BAY
05.2025 - 09.2025
- Supporting students growth/ development outside of traditional classroom setting
- Plan enrichment activities/ implement a variety of activities such as clubs, sports, arts/crafts, special events
- Social emotional development
- Creating positive and engaging environment where students feel safe/comfortable
Bartender/Server
ARCADE MONSTERS, DOWNTOWN
10.2024 - 05.2025
- Lead Bartending, Making drinks in a fast paced environment
- Late service
- Closing/ Prepping/Stocking
- Arcade experience/ game knowledge
- Cosplay/ Uniform
- Handled Hosting/Check ins for entry
- Mixology
- ABC Monitoring
- Providing superior customer service to guests and giving them a positive experience
BT/ Behavior Technician/ Behavioral Therapist
(CARD) / Center For Autism And Related Disorders
02.2024 - 11.2024
- Clinical training Experience in ABA techniques and Behavior intervention strategies
- ABM/ assaultive behavior management training
- Data collection expertise in behavioral data collection, task analysis and reporting.
- Discrete trial training (DTT), Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA)
- Adaptability to meet patients basic needs & communication skills
- Collaborating with Board Certified Behavior Analysis (BCBAs) and families to adjust and optimize treatment plans
- Individualized treatment to meet the needs of each child, decrease problem or aggressive behavior as well as promote skill acquisition
- Areas of focus include the following skills communication, social, daily living, independence, personal hygiene and fine and gross motor
- Implemented individualized treatment goals and behavior intervention plans for clients, while under the direction of a BCBA
- Maintained professional and friendly demeanor with clients and their families
- Remains current and up to date with new research, current trends, and developments in special education.
- Crisis intervention training
Hostess/ Server
The Cheesecake Factory Headquarters, Seaport Village
11.2023 - 02.2024
- Supported servers and bussers through high-volume shifts with food running and table clearing.
- Greeted customers promptly and courteously upon their arrival to the restaurant.
- Monitored restaurant activity to determine seating and dining flow.
- Managed the seating chart efficiently by rotating tables as needed during busy periods.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up dining areas, restocking supplies, checking restrooms for cleanliness.
Server/Hostess/Barista
Bartell Hotels, The Dana on Mission Bay
04.2023 - 11.2023
- Escorted guests to proper tables or offered open seating options in bar and patio areas.
- Engaged with guests to maximize satisfaction with food and service.
- Monitored restaurant activity to determine seating and dining flow.
- Remained knowledgeable about current menu items, promotions, and specials offered by the restaurant.
- Communicated clearly with servers regarding guest needs or requests.
- Assisted in serving guests for parties and special functions.
- Managed telephone and internet take-out orders and coordinated hand-off for delivery orders with third-party drivers.
- Supported servers and bussers through high-volume shifts with food running and table clearing.
- Assisted in closing duties such as restocking supplies, cleaning dining areas.
- Prepared and served food and beverages to customers.
- Jotted down customer orders and promptly delivered food and drinks
- Restocked plates, silverware, glassware between courses of service.
- Adapted well while working in fast-paced environments with frequent interruptions.
Education
GED -
San Diego Charter School
San Diego, CA06.2023
Skills
- Effective communication skills
- Exceptional customer service
- Effective organizational skills
- Collaborative teamwork
- Organizational time strategies
- Culinary and beverage preparation
- Coffee preparation expertise
- Computer service management
- Hospitality management skills
- Analytical problem solving
- Child care expertise in ABA techniques
- Clinical therapy proficiency
- Experience in child development
Certification
- ABC CERT-CA, Alcoholic Beverage Control
- FHC- CA, Food Handlers Card
Timeline
Barista/Prep Worker
Cafe Bella OB
08.2025 - Current
Youth Development Teacher
YMCA, SOUTH BAY
05.2025 - 09.2025
Bartender/Server
ARCADE MONSTERS, DOWNTOWN
10.2024 - 05.2025
BT/ Behavior Technician/ Behavioral Therapist
(CARD) / Center For Autism And Related Disorders
02.2024 - 11.2024
Hostess/ Server
The Cheesecake Factory Headquarters, Seaport Village
11.2023 - 02.2024
Server/Hostess/Barista
Bartell Hotels, The Dana on Mission Bay
04.2023 - 11.2023
GED -
San Diego Charter School