Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Interests
Timeline
Barista

Thomas Tolbert

Gainesville,FL

Summary

I am a motivated worker with exceptional social skills, communication abilities, and an excellent customer service background. I am dedicated to following health and safety guidelines and handling items properly. I maintain a high standard of cleanliness and organization along with being a reliable candidate for the job. I am always ready to learn and prepared to work hard.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Barista

RoyalTea
05.2022 - 08.2022
  • 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.
  • Contributed to a positive team environment through effective communication.
  • Cleaned counters, machines, utensils, and seating areas daily.
  • Completed both closing and opening duties.
  • Made and served brand-specific beverages with a focus on speed, quality and consistency.
  • Handled customer complaints professionally, resolving issues promptly to ensure satisfaction.
  • Managed inventory levels to ensure all necessary supplies were always available, preventing any service delays.

Front of House Employee

Tijuana Flats
04.2020 - 07.2021
  • Maintained a clean and welcoming environment for guests, contributing to positive dining experiences.
  • Handled high-pressure situations with grace, maintaining excellent service standards even during peak hours or understaffed shifts.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing attentive service and addressing inquiries in a timely manner.
  • Performed opening and closing duties diligently, ensuring the restaurant was ready for optimal operations each day.
  • Assisted servers with delivering food, filling beverages, and retrieving items for guests.
  • Helped guests at tables when in need of assistance.
  • Contributed to team efficiency by promptly completing side work tasks during downtime periods.
  • Supported back of house staff by relaying guest feedback and coordinating special requests or dietary restrictions.
  • Built rapport with regular customers by remembering names, preferences, or personal details that enhanced their experience at the establishment.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology

University of Florida
Gainesville
05-2026

Skills

  • Time management
  • Friendly and outgoing
  • Attention to detail
  • Team player
  • Problem-solving
  • Cleanliness
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Excellent communication
  • Speedy and efficient

Interests

I am interested in activism and being outdoors I care heavily about the environment and social justice I love swimming and other physical activities, and being around animals Music is probably my favorite thing in the world and I love movies I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community and I like working with my hands and fixing things I also enjoy sketching and drawing, which helps improve my creativity and attention to detail

Timeline

Barista

RoyalTea
05.2022 - 08.2022

Front of House Employee

Tijuana Flats
04.2020 - 07.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology

University of Florida
Thomas Tolbert