Trinity McCurdy
Tea Enthusiast, Bartender, and Musician
Washington,DC
Summary
Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and quickly adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Tea Barista
Spot of Tea
Washington, DC
10.2022 - Current
- Created complex, hand-crafted beverages based upon customer preferences.
- Maintained calm demeanor during high-volume periods and special events.
- Described menu items to customers and suggested products based on stated preferences.
- Addressed and resolved customer concerns to maintain brand loyalty.
- Followed health, safety and sanitation guidelines to pass state inspections.
- Cleaned and sanitized service or seating areas, complying to health protocols and food safety standards.
- Ensured all equipment was maintained in proper working order according to manufacturer's instructions.
- Received and maintained state food manager certification.
- Input orders into POS system and handled customer payments.
- Supported highest standards of conduct and service to support company reputation.
- Trained new baristas on company policies and procedures regarding food handling safety standards.
- Developed creative recipes for signature coffees or blended drinks unique to the cafe.
- Memorized official and off-menu coffee and tea preparations.
- Consistently maintained high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage and sanitation of food and beverage products to ensure quality.
- Repeatedly recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
- Maintained open communication with team members and stakeholders, resulting in successful project outcomes.
Dance Instructor
Self Employed Services/Roda Movements
Silver Spring, MD
08.2022 - 10.2022
- Regularly reviewed music selections for upcoming classes or performances.
- Planned choreography for group performances and recitals.
- Assessed student strengths and weaknesses to determine areas needing improvement.
- Selected appropriate music for classes based on genre, speed and skill level required.
- Advised parents on how they can best support their child's development in dance.
- Interacted effectively by email, phone and in person with students, parents and staff members.
- Built positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues and administrators.
- Maintained attendance, fees and rehearsal schedules for classes.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, payments received and lesson plans used for each class session.
- Coached students in using video and social media storytelling to improve visual intelligence of projects.
- Encouraged students to explore individual learning opportunities to expand knowledge of subject areas.
- Motivated students by providing positive reinforcement when appropriate.
- Invited guest instructors to join classes and teach new and unique techniques to students.
- Diversified presentations with skilled use of technology and audio-visual aids.
Bartender Barista
The Board And Brew
College Park, MD
09.2021 - 08.2022
- Created complex, hand-crafted beverages based upon customer preferences.
- Arranged bottles and glasses behind bar to make attractive displays.
- Cleaned up spills and broken glassware and safely disposed of sharp pieces.
- Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
- Neatly sliced and pitted fruit for garnishing drinks.
- Prepared cocktails from bar recipes and served wine, draft and bottled beer.
- Organized storeroom inventory of supplies such as cups, napkins, straws.
- Greeted guests with friendliness and professionalism.
- Effectively multitasked within fast-paced environment.
- Displayed and retained extensive knowledge of liquors, wines and entrees.
- Monitored bar inventory and promptly restocked low items before depletion.
- Remained calm and poised during busy periods, promoting great customer service to guests.
- Greeted frequent visitors by name and explained new promotions.
- Managed cash drawer at the end of each shift ensuring accuracy of funds received.
- Provided drink suggestions to customers based on their preferences.
- Kept track of bar tabs and transferred open tabs to dining area for wait staff.
- Operated cash register and Point of Sale (POS) system for transactions and made proper change for cash transactions.
- Performed opening and closing duties including restocking supplies.
- Developed creative recipes for signature coffees or blended drinks unique to the cafe.
- Assisted with catering orders for corporate clients or private parties upon request.
- Memorized recipes for specialty coffee beverages and seasonal offerings.
- Assisted in the preparation of baked goods including muffins, cookies, scones, cakes.
- Prepared specialty coffee drinks such as lattes, cappuccinos, macchiatos, mochas, and Americanos.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies and restocked when necessary.
- Recommended pastries and sandwiches to pair with customers' beverages.
Education
High School Diploma -
Arundel High School
Gambrills, MD05.2017
Some College (No Degree) - Secondary Education/English
University of Maryland - College Park
College Park, MDSome College (No Degree) - Linguistics
Anne Arundel Community College
Arnold, MDSkills
- Friendly and Outgoing
- Conflict Mediation
- Tea Expertise
- Creative Thinking
- Stage Performance
- Relationship Building
- Expressive
- Korean Translation
- Phonetics Interpretation
Affiliations
- Singer and bassist in rock band
- Candlemaker
- Reader
- Art Lover
Languages
Spanish
Limited
Korean
Professional
Chinese (Mandarin)
Elementary
Certification
- Food Safety Manager
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Tea Barista
Spot of Tea
10.2022 - Current
Dance Instructor
Self Employed Services/Roda Movements
08.2022 - 10.2022
Bartender Barista
The Board And Brew
09.2021 - 08.2022
High School Diploma -
Arundel High School
Some College (No Degree) - Secondary Education/English
University of Maryland - College Park
Some College (No Degree) - Linguistics
Anne Arundel Community College
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