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BARISTA
Professional Summary

Motivated restaurant professional with excellent money handling and food preparation skills. Proficient in preparing drinks, stocking supplies and cleaning surfaces. Focused on boosting and maintaining customer satisfaction through efficient and upbeat service. Enthusiastic restaurant professional with expertise in mixology, beer, liquor and wine along with solid background in team leadership and business decision making. 8 years in field with strong desire to drive business success.

Skills
  • Beverage preparation
  • Soft Selling
  • Smoothie Making
  • Sandwich Preparation
  • Menu Memorization
  • Food Preparation and Safety
  • Cleaning
  • Food Running
  • Excellent Memory
  • Employee training
  • Friendly and outgoing
  • Preparing Garnishes
  • Liquor and Beer Knowledge
  • Attentive Service
  • Drink Consistency
  • Event Planning
  • Scheduling
  • Inventory Control
  • Cash Handling
  • Staff Management
  • Employee Training
  • Taking Inventory
  • Managing Cash Register
  • Hand and power tools
  • Safety awareness
  • Equipment installation
  • Problem solving ability
  • Recipes and menu planning
  • Food Presentation
  • Cleaning and Organization
  • Extensive catering background
  • Effective planner
  • Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
  • New hire training
Work History
Barista, 01/2020 to 11/2021
Company Name – City, State
  • Learned every menu preparation and numerous off-label drinks to meet all customer needs.
  • Maintained supply levels in counter and customer areas to meet typical demands.
  • Prevented infections and maintained store professionalism by cleaning and sanitizing work areas.
  • Recommended products based on solid understanding of individual customer needs and preferences.
  • Restocked display cases with attractive arrangements to promote specialty food items like bagels and muffins.
  • Cleaned counters, machines, utensils and seating areas daily.
  • Educated staff by sharing knowledge and expertise of coffees, teas and merchandise.
  • Maintained and operated espresso machines, blenders, commercial coffee brewers, coffee pots and other equipment.
  • Controlled line and crowd with quick, efficient service.
  • Prioritized drink requests while managing interruptions.
Shift Manager, Bartender, Cook, Maintenance, 03/2016 to 12/2019
Company Name – City, State
  • Kept employees operating productively and working on task to meet business and customer needs.
  • Managed schedules, accepted time off requests and found coverage for short shifts.
  • Adhered to company standards and compliance requirements for operations and cleanliness of all areas.
  • Developed unique drink and cocktail offerings on monthly basis as part of seasonal offerings.
  • Developed new signature cocktails to support bar marketing brand and increase profits.
  • Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
  • Took customer orders and capitalized on opportunities to sell special beverage and food options.
  • Kept accurate inventories and notified management of ordering needs for liquor, beer, wine and bar supplies.
  • Managed accurate register and produced daily sales reports backing up inventory usage numbers.
  • Polished glassware, bussed tables and removed debris to keep customer areas fresh and clean.
  • Managed bar inventory, restocked supplies and placed orders for spirits, beer, wines and mixers.
  • Maintained relationships with restaurant vendors to facilitate effective inventory management and implement cost controls.
  • Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.
  • Recruited and trained bartenders and barbacks and scouted and auditioned performers for various special events.
  • Developed menus, pricing and special food offerings to increase revenue and customer satisfaction.
  • Changed and sanitized all cutting boards, benches and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Ordered and received products and supplies to stock kitchen areas.
  • Prepared identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
  • Inspected kitchen equipment and appliances to verify proper working order, including commercial fryers, steamers, ovens and ranges.
  • Mentored staff in expectations and parameters of kitchen goals and daily work.
  • Reviewed technical documentation to complete equipment maintenance and repair.
  • Provided facility inspection and maintenance to achieve superior levels of cleanliness and upkeep.
  • Maintained, utilized, tracked and reported inventory of various products, tools and equipment.
  • Removed trash and recyclables at end of each shift and disposed of items in proper receptacles.
  • Sanitized restrooms using such chemicals as ammonia to reduce spread of germs.
  • Monitored buildings for repair needs and completed scheduled preventative maintenance.
  • Maintained restroom functionality by repairing leaking faucets, clogged toilets and other equipment.
  • Checked inventory levels concerning cleaning products and placed orders when stock was running low.
  • Performed plumbing repairs to provide consistent facility upkeep and prevent property damage from water.
Server, Cook, Bartender, 03/2013 to 01/2016
Company Name – City, State
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills and handle complimentary items for dissatisfied customers.
  • Kept register accurate through correct billing, payment processing and cash management practices.
  • Upsold high-profit items such as appetizers and mixed drinks to enhance sales numbers.
  • Supervised restocking of salad bar and buffet for lunch and dinner service.
  • Enhanced operational efficiency by using slow periods to restock employee and customer supplies, including ice, condiments, utensils, napkins, trays and delivery bags.
  • Monitored guests for intoxication and immediately reported concerns to management, contributing to safe and welcoming environments for all patrons.
  • Created orders, documented special requests and followed up with kitchen personnel to foster top-quality service and minimize complaints.
  • Collected credit card, cash and gift certificate payments and dispensed change for cash transactions.
  • Kept updated knowledge of menu and promotions, recommending specific items according to preferences and food allergies.
  • Arranged tables for customers, following established preparation procedures to provide guests with excellent experiences and foster repeat business.
  • Changed and sanitized all cutting boards, benches and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Developed menus, pricing and special food offerings to increase revenue and customer satisfaction.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment, sanitation and safety.
  • Ordered and received products and supplies to stock kitchen areas.
  • Prepared identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
  • Kept alcoholic beverages well-stocked and organized to meet expected demands.
  • Applied excellent organizational and multitasking abilities to handle simultaneous customer, team and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
  • Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
  • Took customer orders and capitalized on opportunities to sell special beverage and food options.
  • Kept accurate inventories and notified management of ordering needs for liquor, beer, wine and bar supplies.
  • Managed accurate register and produced daily sales reports backing up inventory usage numbers.
  • Polished glassware, bussed tables and removed debris to keep customer areas fresh and clean.
  • Maintained secure cash drawers, promptly resolving discrepancies for accuracy.
Education
High School Diploma: 06/2010
River's Edge High School - City
Bachelor of Science: Orthotics And ProstheticsColumbia Basin College - City, State
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Resume Overview

School Attended

  • River's Edge High School
  • Columbia Basin College

Job Titles Held:

  • Barista
  • Shift Manager, Bartender, Cook, Maintenance
  • Server, Cook, Bartender

Degrees

  • High School Diploma : 06/2010
    Bachelor of Science : Orthotics And Prosthetics

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