Vivian Dang
Rochester,NY
Summary
Work in both food service and child care careers. Used to stressful/ high pressure situations such as morning rushes at Starbucks or managing a class of twenty or more students on my own for long periods of time. Good at picking up skills quickly and memorizing things such as seasonal items. 12 years of taekwondo and served as a judge for a full year to promote students towards their black belt.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Starbucks Barista
Target
Rochester, NY
2026.04 - Current
- Delivered exceptional customer service through friendly greetings, engaging small-talk, and addressing inquiries
- Memorized and prepared drinks according to Starbucks/Target standards, ensuring consistent quality
- Handled peak service times to ensure efficient operations. High pressure situations
- Operating the register and ensuring the correct amount goes in and out
- Maintaining a clean workspace
- Remember Open/Closing tasks so the workplace is maintained for the next day
- Restocked shelves to maintain product availability/ cleaning throughout the day
- Regularly checked product quality to maintain freshness and uphold store standards
Taekwondo Instructor
Master Kim's Taekwondo
Rochester , NY
2024.03 - 2026.06
- Evaluated and promoted students to new belt levels, recognizing their achievements and commitment.
- Teaching students the curriculum for belt promotion
- Refined students' techniques and forms to enhance skill development during practice sessions.
- Constantly engaging students in learning (using different teaching techniques based on students' needs)
- Monitored student safety during drills, sparring, and warm-ups.
- Ensured that all safety measures were followed at all times during class sessions.
- Guided parents and students with schedules, progress updates, and class-related inquiries to foster communication and support.
- Maintained cleanliness of the training facility including sweeping floors before each session.
Education
High School Diploma -
Odyssey Academy
Rochester2026-06
Some College (No Degree) - Chemical Enginerring
Rochester Insitute of Technology
Rochester2026-10
Skills
- Drink preparation
- POS operation
- Cash handling
- Food safety practices
- Quality control
- Inventory control
- Customer service
- Team coordination
- Workflow management
- Time management
- Clear communication
- Barista training
Timeline
Starbucks Barista
Target
2026.04 - Current
Taekwondo Instructor
Master Kim's Taekwondo
2024.03 - 2026.06
High School Diploma -
Odyssey Academy
Some College (No Degree) - Chemical Enginerring
Rochester Insitute of Technology