Trista Vanhorn
Colorado springs,CO
Summary
Dynamic barista with proven expertise at Dunkin Donuts, excelling in fast-paced environments. Skilled in cash handling and customer service, I consistently delivered exceptional experiences while managing multiple orders. Recognized for my ability to maintain efficiency during peak hours, I foster a welcoming atmosphere that keeps customers returning.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Barista
Dunkin Donuts
01.2025 - 09.2025
- Operated the cash register and drive-thru system.
- Processed payments with accuracy, including cash, card, coupons, and mobile orders.
- Balanced the register and handled transactions quickly to reduce wait times.
- Handled multiple drink and food orders at once in a high-volume environment.
- Maintained efficiency during peak hours and busy mornings.
- Prioritized tasks such as prepping, cleaning, and serving.
Deli clerk
Publix
03.2024 - 12.2024
- Assisted customers by answering questions, taking custom orders, and providing product recommendations.
- Delivered friendly, fast, and accurate service during busy periods.
- Handled special orders, catering requests, and custom slicing.
- Maintained a courteous, patient demeanor even during peak rushes.
Crew member
Target
03.2023 - 04.2024
- Processed incoming freight and unpacked merchandise.
- Performed inventory counts, stock checks, and product pulls.
- Used handheld devices for locating items, pricing, and fulfillment tasks.
Crew member
Thrift store
03.2022 - 01.2023
- Sorting, pricing, and tagging donated items
- Knowledge of secondhand goods and resale value
- Merchandising a constantly changing inventory
- Assessing product quality and condition
- Back-room organization and processing
- Assisting customers with unique, one-off items
Skills
- Customer service and communication
- Cash handling and POS systems
- Time management
- Fast-paced environment adaptability
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving and conflict resolution
- Multitasking
- Attention to detail
- Reliability and professionalism
- Barista skills (espresso preparation, drink building)
- Food safety and sanitation
- Menu memorization and custom orders
- Effective rush period management
- Welcoming atmosphere creation for regulars
- Inventory restocking (milk, beans, syrups, pastries)
- Problem solving
- Order processing
- Beverage preparation
- Food safety standards
- Inventory management
- Customer service
- Stress management
- Multitasking skills
- Workflow management
- Hospitality service expertise
- Active listener
- Up-selling
- Team leadership
- Quality control
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Barista
Dunkin Donuts
01.2025 - 09.2025
Deli clerk
Publix
03.2024 - 12.2024
Crew member
Target
03.2023 - 04.2024
Crew member
Thrift store
03.2022 - 01.2023