Tina Simpson
Pasadena,TX
Summary
Experienced Barista Manager with expertise in espresso preparation, staff training, inventory control, POS operation, and cash handling. Skilled at keeping café service organized, efficient, and customer-focused. Reliable food service professional with experience in barista management, register operations, and front-line customer support. Known for strong organizational skills, inventory control, and staff development. Committed to maintaining quality, cleanliness, and smooth service. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Overview
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Barista Manager
Cuban Cafe
Deer Park, Tx
06.2021 - 09.2026
- Supervised Cuban cafe baristas and shift operations during busy service periods.
- Trained staff on Cuban coffee drinks, espresso shots, and drink presentation.
- Prepared Cuban-style beverages and maintained consistent recipe standards.
- Handled customer concerns and supported friendly service at Cuban Cafe counter.
- Monitored inventory for coffee beans, milk, syrups, and pastry stock.
- Opened and closed café registers, equipment, and service areas.
- Enforced cleanliness, safety, and sanitation standards across café workstations.
Server/Cashier Assistant
Mamma Mias Pizza and Pasta
Pasadena, Texas
09.2019 - 04.2021
- Greeted dine-in guests at Mamma Mias Pizza and Pasta with friendly service.
- Took food and drink orders using point-of-sale system.
- Delivered meals promptly and checked table needs throughout service.
- Coordinated with kitchen staff on order changes, timing, and ticket accuracy.
- Processed payments and closed checks using cash and card transactions.
- Handled money transactions accurately while following company procedures for handling cash payments.
- Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills, and calculate totals.
- Daily prep/closing duties.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pasadena High School
Pasadena, TX05-2003
Skills
- Espresso preparation
- POS operation
- Cash handling
- Inventory control
- Opening closing
- Staff training
- ServeSafe Certified until 2029
- Organizational skills
- Vendor relations
- POS system operation
- Hiring
Certification
- AAA Food Safety
Timeline
Barista Manager
Cuban Cafe
06.2021 - 09.2026
Server/Cashier Assistant
Mamma Mias Pizza and Pasta
09.2019 - 04.2021
High School Diploma -
Pasadena High School