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Leah Smith

Newcastle upon tyne,ENG

Summary

Experienced Barista Maestro with a proven track record in management at Costa Coffee, excelling in cash handling, customer interaction, and staff training. Demonstrates expertise in beverage preparation and equipment operation, ensuring high-quality service and maintaining a clean work environment. Former Sales Assistant at WHSmith with strong skills in sales support, customer relationship management, and conflict resolution. Adept at multitasking and time management, consistently delivering exceptional customer service even during high-volume periods. Career goals include advancing within the hospitality industry to further develop leadership skills and enhance operational efficiency. Versatile professional demonstrating strengths in customer interaction and multitasking. Adapts to changing demands through effective time management and conflict resolution skills. Committed to fostering positive relationships and enhancing customer loyalty.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Barista Maestor

Costa Coffee
10.2018 - Current

Within this role, I am part of the management team. So some of my key aspects are:

  • Cash handling.
  • Face-to-face interaction with customers.
  • Seasonal campaign changeovers.
  • Training new members of staff.
  • Prepared and served hot and cold beverages, including fresh coffee, espresso drinks and brewed teas.
  • Operated espresso machines and other coffee-making equipment with expertise, ensuring high-quality beverage production.
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary work environment, regularly cleaning coffee machines, counters, and customer areas.
  • Maintained clean, hygienic food service counters through regular sanitisation.
  • Maintained a calm demeanour during high-volume periods.
  • Maintained a calm and professional demeanor when dealing with challenging or upset customers, ensuring a positive interaction.

Sales Assistant

WHSmith
05.2014 - 10.2018

Education

A-Levels -

Benfield High School
Newcastle upon Tyne,
2010

GCSEs -

Benfield High School
Newcastle upon Tyne,
2008

Skills

  • Cash handling
  • Customer interaction
  • Beverage preparation
  • Equipment operation
  • Staff training
  • Customer relationship management
  • Time management
  • Sales support
  • Problem solving
  • Conflict resolution
  • Multitasking abilities
  • Customer Service
  • Quick learner
  • Multitasking
  • Multitasking efficiency

Timeline

Barista Maestor

Costa Coffee
10.2018 - Current

Sales Assistant

WHSmith
05.2014 - 10.2018

A-Levels -

Benfield High School

GCSEs -

Benfield High School
Leah Smith