- Team Sports
- Mindfulness Practices
- Committed to improving personal fitness through regular participation in [sport]
- Regularly practice mindfulness and meditation for overall wellness
- Growing herbs, vegetables, or fruits in home gardens
- Cooking
- I like trying new recipes and food trends
Johnny Vakalis
Hospitality
Melbourne,VIC
Summary
Dynamic barista with a proven track record in delivering exceptional customer service and training staff at a self-employed coffee venture. Expert in coffee preparation and inventory management, I foster strong customer relations while minimizing waste. My effective communication skills enhance team performance and elevate the overall customer experience.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Barista
Self-employeed
03.2004 - 10.2025
- Prepared high-quality coffee beverages using various brewing methods and equipment.
- Managed inventory, ensuring timely restocking and minimizing waste.
- Provided exceptional customer service, fostering positive relationships with clientele.
- Trained new staff on beverage preparation techniques and customer interaction standards.
Education
Certificate of Catering - Hospitality
William Angliss Institute of TAFE
Melbourne, Victoria, VIC01-1984
Skills
- coffee making skills
- management of staff
- Customer service
- Customer relations
- communication
- Data entry
Accomplishments
- Served individually made coffee drinks to customers daily. over many years.
Interests
Timeline
Barista
Self-employeed
03.2004 - 10.2025
Certificate of Catering - Hospitality
William Angliss Institute of TAFE
20 years service in Melbourne CBD acknowledged by lord Mayor
I opened the Journal Cafe in 2004 in Flinders Lane, Melbourne . We started serving espresso and a small quality driven food menu.
The cafe grew into a home away from home for locals, workers, travellers and regulars who became family. Every day I've had the pleasure of making coffees, sharing conversations and building genuine connections with people of all walks of life.
I've always believed that hospitality is more about service; it's about warmth, consistency and making people feel welcomed the moment they walk through the door. For 2 decades I've taken pride in creating that atmosphere: the perfect coffee, a friendly chat, and a space where everyone feels seen and valued.
Looking back the real joy hasn't just been in the coffees I have poured, but in the relationships formed, the stories shared, and the community built - one cup at a time.