Skilled Barista with 3+ years of experience crafting specialty coffee beverages in high-volume cafes. Expertise in latte art, coffee bean selection, and equipment maintenance. Known for providing exceptional customer service while maintaining efficiency during peak hours, consistently receiving 95% positive customer feedback.

Lead Barista

• Train and mentor team of 6 baristas on drink preparation, customer service, and coffee education, improving team efficiency by 30%

• Manage inventory and supplier relationships, reducing waste by 25% while maintaining premium quality standards

• Create seasonal drink specials that increased sales by 20% and introduced new brewing methods that enhanced customer experience

Barista

• Served 200+ customers daily while maintaining high quality standards and average service time of under 3 minutes

• Conducted weekly coffee tastings and educational sessions for customers, increasing regular customer base by 35%

• Maintained and calibrated espresso machines and grinders, ensuring consistent drink quality throughout shifts

Cafe Associate

• Mastered preparation of 50+ drink recipes while maintaining speed and accuracy during high-volume periods

• Received 'Barista of the Month' award for exceptional customer service and operational efficiency

• Assisted in training 4 new team members on POS systems and drink preparation protocols

Associate's Degree in Culinary Arts

• Specialized in Beverage Arts and Coffee Studies

• Completed advanced coursework in Food Service Management

• President of Campus Coffee Club

Specialty Coffee Association (SCA) Barista Skills

• Professional certification in coffee preparation and service

• Advanced training in espresso extraction and milk texturing

• Expertise in coffee origin, roasting, and brewing methods

Coffee Competition Judge

• Judge regional barista competitions focusing on technique, presentation, and taste

• Provide detailed feedback to competitors on drink preparation and service

• Participate in developing competition criteria and standards

Workshop Instructor

• Lead monthly workshops on latte art and espresso preparation

• Develop curriculum for beginner and advanced barista training

• Conduct coffee tasting sessions and origin education classes