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Barista
Chelsea Hutton-James

Chelsea Hutton-James

Currently Unemployed
Portsmouth

Summary

A versatile and hardworking professional with experience in baking, barista work, festival support, and restaurant service. Skilled in delivering high-quality baked goods, crafting specialty coffee drinks, and providing excellent customer service in fast-paced environments. Adept at managing multiple tasks simultaneously, whether it’s ensuring a seamless event experience, assisting in food preparation, or maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Known for creativity, problem-solving abilities, and strong team collaboration. Passionate about working with diverse teams and ensuring exceptional service and customer satisfaction in all roles.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
19
19
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Home based bakery owner

Self employed - Cakes and bakes Basingstoke
Basingstoke, Hampshire
06.2021 - 10.2023

Instagram @Cakes_N_Bakes_Basingstoke.

  • Promoted company products and services on social media to increase brand awareness.
  • Monitored storage temperatures to preserve food quality.
  • Maintained strong knowledge of food safety practices.
  • Cleaned and maintained kitchen equipment and oven.
  • Followed precise measurements for each recipe, guaranteed consistency in taste and texture.
  • Arranged display case with appealing presentation to maximise sales.
  • Demonstrated excellent time management and organisational skills.
  • Demonstrated creativity in cake decorating to attract more customers.
  • Crafted bespoke wedding cakes for memorable occasions.
  • Developed new cake designs to cater to festive occasions.
  • Created unique children's birthday cakes with fun, cheerful designs to delight young customers.

Barista and waitress

Clubhoue coffee
Portsmouth, Hampshire
06.2023 - 09.2023
  • Maintained clean, organised cafe workspaces, enabling co-workers to readily locate required supplies.
  • Trained new team members with positive reinforcement and respectful, motivational coaching.
  • Warmly greeted and served customers, promptly processing payments to minimise wait times.
  • Refilled replenishables and chilled ingredients, recording out-of-stock items for re-ordering.
  • Made and served high-volume beverages with speed, quality and consistency, thriving in fast-paced cafe environments.

Festival catering

Paul Holmes mobile catering
Portsmouth, Hampshire
08.2023 - 08.2023


  • Delivered exceptional service to customers for their enjoyment and comfort.
  • Addressed any customer complaints or issues promptly, ensuring customer satisfaction.
  • Streamlined order taking process, reducing wait times for customers' convenience.
  • Trained new team members with positive reinforcement and respect.


Cleaner

Dusty spring cleans
Basingstoke, Hampshire
08.2022 - 11.2022
  • Maintained respectful relationships with clients.
  • Consistently met high quality standards.
  • Swept, mopped, waxed and polished floors, delivering pristine finish.
  • Executed regular deep cleans for optimal health and hygiene.
  • Delivered exceptional service through flexible work hours accommodating clients' schedules.
  • Balanced multiple tasks simultaneously, resulting in efficient completion of all duties.
  • Maintained excellent hygiene standards with regular disinfection of bathrooms and kitchens.
  • Vacuumed and steamed carpets, curtains and upholstered furniture.
  • Responded promptly to last-minute requests ensuring client satisfaction.
  • Tailored cleaning solutions to meet individual property needs for superior results.
  • Safely handled and stored chemical cleaning products to maintain organised work space.

Crew member

McDonalds
Portsmouth, Hampshire
06.2015 - 02.2016
  • Flexibly took on various roles to support workflow.
  • Achieved excellent customer service by greeting customers and meeting quality expectations.
  • Adhered to strict hygiene practices while handling food ensuring safety at all times.
  • Ran orders from kitchen to dining areas.
  • Handled high-pressure situations calmly providing solutions promptly.
  • Served high volumes of guests in fast-paced service environments with exceptional customer care.
  • Acted as team player by helping colleagues finish their tasks.
  • Operated cash registers accurately, ensuring proper handling of transactions.
  • Trained in food safety and hygiene practices.

Education

GCSE level C - English

Admiral Lord Nelson School
Portsmouh
09.2010 - 06.2015

GCSE level C - Maths

Admiral Lord Nelson School
Portsmouth
09.2010 - 06.2015

GCSE level C - French

Admiral Lord Nelson School
Portsmouth
09.2010 - 06.2015

BTEC level Distinction - Science

Admiral Lord Nelson School
Portsmouth
09.2010 - 07.2015

NVQ Level 2 - Food and hygiene training

High speed training
Basingstoke
08.2021 - 08.2021

NVQ Level 3 - Allergen training

Food standards agency
Basingstoke
08.2021 - 08.2021

Skills

    Business management

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Timeline

Festival catering

Paul Holmes mobile catering
08.2023 - 08.2023

Barista and waitress

Clubhoue coffee
06.2023 - 09.2023

Cleaner

Dusty spring cleans
08.2022 - 11.2022

NVQ Level 2 - Food and hygiene training

High speed training
08.2021 - 08.2021

NVQ Level 3 - Allergen training

Food standards agency
08.2021 - 08.2021

Home based bakery owner

Self employed - Cakes and bakes Basingstoke
06.2021 - 10.2023

Crew member

McDonalds
06.2015 - 02.2016

GCSE level C - English

Admiral Lord Nelson School
09.2010 - 06.2015

GCSE level C - Maths

Admiral Lord Nelson School
09.2010 - 06.2015

GCSE level C - French

Admiral Lord Nelson School
09.2010 - 06.2015

BTEC level Distinction - Science

Admiral Lord Nelson School
09.2010 - 07.2015
Chelsea Hutton-JamesCurrently Unemployed