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Bridgette Padilla

Mansfield Park,SA

Summary

Highly diligent professional with a strong foundation in effectively managing daily operations and providing team leadership. Proven record of success in optimizing workflows and enhancing customer satisfaction. Expertise in problem-solving and strategic planning, consistently driving team performance to achieve desired outcomes.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Barista / F & B Attendant

Coffee Crowd
06.2024 - Current
  • Prepare coffee and espresso drinks to customer specifications, ensuring consistency and quality.
  • Operate espresso machines, grinders, and other coffee equipment.
  • Steam milk, create latte art, and prepare specialty drinks as per customer orders.
  • Engage with customers, take orders, and provide suggestions based on customer preferences.
  • Maintain a friendly and professional demeanor while serving coffee.
  • Clean and maintain coffee equipment, ensuring it is in good working condition.
  • Regularly clean the coffee bar, including surfaces, utensils, and machines.
  • Ensure that the coffee station is stocked with necessary supplies like cups, lids, and syrups.
  • Follow all food safety and cleanliness protocols when handling coffee and other beverages.
  • Ensure the proper disposal of waste.

Cafe Assistant

Womens and Children Hospital
01.2024 - Current


  • Wiped, sanitized and maintained floors, facility, and equipment to adhere with company standards and procedures.

Cleaning of equipment and facilities

  • Supported daily operations by performing cash handling responsibilities accurately and efficiently.

Operation and maintenance of equipment

  • Exceeded customer expectations by providing welcoming environment and prompt and friendly service to people of diverse backgrounds.

Training and development

  • Maintained clean and attractive product displays to entice customer purchases.

Quality Improvement

  • Maintained high standards of food safety by adhering to proper storage, preparation, and serving guidelines.
  • Promoted a positive work environment through clear communication and teamwork among staff members.

Teamwork and collaborative working environment

Barista F & B Attendant

Sky City Adelaide and Casino
04.2022 - Current
  • Welcoming customers, informing them about specials or new items, answering questions, and accepting orders and payments.
  • Preparing foods, such as sandwiches or baked goods, and grinding and blending coffee beans, brewing coffee and tea, and serving items to customers.
  • Packaging food and beverages for sale. Selling coffee and tea blends and brewing equipment, highlighting the differences between items, and educating customers about brewing methods.
  • Cleaning and restocking work and dining areas, emptying trash and sanitizing equipment and utensils. Learning about brewing methods, beverage blends, food preparation, and presentation techniques to improve food quality.
  • Updating signage and displays to attract customers. Taking inventory and replenishing items in display cases, at tables, or behind the counter. Working as part of a fun, high-energy team.
  • Adhering to all food safety regulations and quality controls.

Barista F & B Attendant

Emirates Leisure Retail
07.2022 - 05.2024
  • Devote the whole of your time, attention and skill during working hours to performing your duties.
  • Perform the duties reasonably required or directed by the Employer from time to time, irrespective of which position you hold.
  • Follow and comply with all reasonable and lawful directions given to you by the Employer.
  • Be faithful and diligent, and actively pursue the Employer’s best interests at all times.
  • Awareness of the work roster & reports to work on time.
  • Follows Station Assignment sheet.
  • Performs cleaning tasks and maintains cleaning standards.
  • Follows opening & closing duties (as required).

Ensure guest contact is polite & efficient, establishing & accurately meeting their needs.

  • Maintains a high level of cleanliness.

Works in compliance with established policies, processes & procedures.

  • Follows set standards for stocking, rotating and storing all products.
  • Monitors levels of stock within the store and reports appropriately when stock levels are low.
  • Responsible for handling monies received.
  • Handle cash accurately whilst following ELRA cash handling procedures.
  • Report any discrepancies to Shift Supervisor or Store Manager immediately

Shift Manager

Baker and Cook
07.2018 - 02.2022
  • Delivers and maintains exceptional service standards and conditions

• Continuously looks to improve profitability and minimize costs without compromising standards and customer experience

• Fosters a positive environment, which provides consistent, efficient, and friendly service for customers, and exceeds customer expectations

• Develops and maintains a motivated and high performing team

• Creates the tone and personality of the Cafe by being an advocate of training, customer service, product knowledge and education, encourages safe work practices, and a demonstrates commitment to our requirements

• Ensures proper team member coverage, scheduling according to the needs of business while maintaining costs • Able to perform all POS duties, front and back of house, including opening and closing procedures, coordinating with the Café Manager as necessary.

• Makes themselves aware and notifies their team of any menu changes, special requirements (including menu items and dishes), outstanding orders or work tasks required prior to the commencement of service

• Ensures all staff are well briefed on their responsibilities and are given constant supervision and motivation on all aspects of their work

  • Scheduled and received beverage and food deliveries, thoroughly checking delivery contents to verify product quantity and quality.
  • Resolved and investigated complaints regarding service and food quality to prevent loss of business.
  • Maintained a clean and safe work environment by adhering to health regulations and conducting regular inspections.
  • Increased employee productivity through effective scheduling, task delegation, and performance monitoring.
  • Requisitioned and ordered ingredients, food and other supplies to maintain optimum inventory.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently managing cafe operations and addressing guest concerns promptly.
  • Led a team of baristas to deliver consistent high-quality beverages and food items to customers.
  • Established open communication channels within the team, allowing for prompt resolution of issues and fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Improved cafe aesthetic appeal with regular maintenance activities and strategic decor updates.
  • Fostered a positive work culture by providing ongoing support, feedback, and recognition for staff achievements.


Restaurant Manager

Macyeezy Burger House and Steak
06.2017 - 06.2018
  • Managed daily operations to ensure a high level of efficiency, consistency, and quality in both food and service.
  • Carefully interviewed, selected, trained, and supervised staff.
  • Met, greeted, and encouraged feedback from customers and used feedback to implement positive changes within restaurant.
  • Reconciled cash and credit card transactions to maintain accurate records.
  • Promoted positive atmosphere and went above and beyond to guarantee each customer received exceptional food and service.
  • Tracked daily sales transactions and invoices for accurate and updated financial reporting.
  • Correctly calculated inventory and ordered appropriate supplies.

Assistant Restaurant Manager

Jollibee Foods Corporation
01.2015 - 05.2017
  • Supervised all areas of restaurant to keep it clean and well-maintained.
  • Monitored daily cash transactions, ensuring accuracy in all financial reporting processes.
  • Managed staff schedules, ensuring adequate coverage during peak times and reduced labor costs.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly and professionally.
  • Kept restaurant compliant with all federal, state, and local hygiene and food safety regulations.
  • Performed daily administrative tasks, such as ordering supplies, processing invoices and reconciling accounts.
  • Monitored restaurant operations and adjusted schedules to meet peak customer demand.
  • Immediately resolved issues with patrons by employing careful listening and communication skills.
  • Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss performance and address any issues.
  • Pitched in to help host, waitstaff, and bussers during exceptionally busy times such as dinner hour.
  • Improved staff morale through effective communication skills and motivational techniques, resulting in enhanced teamwork and productivity.

Customer Service Assistant

Max Restaurant
12.2012 - 05.2013
  • Maintained clean and organized work environment to maintain customer safety.
  • Collaborated with team members to improve overall customer experience and boost company reputation.
  • Developed strong relationships with customers, establishing trust and loyalty through attentive service.
  • Built strong relationships with customers and colleagues by providing friendly and personable service.
  • Managed customer complaints effectively, offering solutions that exceeded expectations.
  • Assisted customers with product selection, providing detailed information on features and benefits.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Hotel And Restaurant Management

Polytechnic University of The Philippines
Manila , Philippines
04-2014

Skills

  • Food safety compliance
  • Cleanliness maintenance
  • Cash handling accuracy
  • Espresso machine operation
  • Customer service
  • Cash handling
  • Team collaboration
  • Inventory management
  • Time management
  • Communication skills
  • Problem solving
  • Multitasking

Timeline

Barista / F & B Attendant

Coffee Crowd
06.2024 - Current

Cafe Assistant

Womens and Children Hospital
01.2024 - Current

Barista F & B Attendant

Emirates Leisure Retail
07.2022 - 05.2024

Barista F & B Attendant

Sky City Adelaide and Casino
04.2022 - Current

Shift Manager

Baker and Cook
07.2018 - 02.2022

Restaurant Manager

Macyeezy Burger House and Steak
06.2017 - 06.2018

Assistant Restaurant Manager

Jollibee Foods Corporation
01.2015 - 05.2017

Customer Service Assistant

Max Restaurant
12.2012 - 05.2013

Bachelor of Science - Hotel And Restaurant Management

Polytechnic University of The Philippines
Bridgette Padilla