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Kate Lothian

Sydney,NSW

Summary

I am an experienced Food and Beverage Supervisor, excelling in employee training, and fostering a positive team environment. I have three years of experience in specialty coffee, coupled with exceptional customer service skills. I strive to contribute to a positive environment for both customers and coworkers alike, and I will bring a friendly and bubbly attitude to the workplace.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Food and Beverage Supervisor

Sip N' Bark
Edinburgh, Scotland
05.2024 - 02.2025
  • Trained new employees on company policies and procedures.
  • Held the responsibility of a keyholder, ensuring the cafe was secure at the beginning and end of each day.
  • Created promotional displays for advertising special events or promotions at the cafe.
  • Creating a positive environment for both customers and coworkers.
  • Working calmly and productively in a busy environment.
  • Prepared and served a variety of coffee drinks, adhering to specific recipes and presentation standards.
  • Greeted customers, took orders and answered questions about menu items.
  • Consistently maintained high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage and sanitation of food and beverage products to ensure quality.
  • Assisted in creating social media content for the cafe

Food and Beverage Supervisor

Whitekirk Hill
East Lothian, Scotland
05.2022 - 04.2024
  • Provided ongoing coaching and mentoring for employees in order to improve their job performance.
  • Trained new hires in proper food handling techniques and safety regulations.
  • Audited cash drawers at the end of each shift to verify accuracy of transactions.
  • Resolved conflicts between staff members in a professional manner while encouraging team building skills among employees.
  • Resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Handling extremely busy breakfast and lunch rushes calmly, while ensuring both customers and staff are satisfied and tended to.
  • Ensuring that hot and cold drinks are made to standard, and sent out in a timely manner.
  • Exhibiting a keen attitude to learn more about specialty coffee.

Education

Art And Design HNC -

Edinurgh College
Edinburgh
05-2024

Photography HNC -

Edinburgh College
Edinburgh. Scotland
05-2023

High School Diploma -

Edinburgh Steiner School
Edinburgh. Scotland
08-2022

Skills

  • Employee training
  • Trained barista with coffee expertise
  • Allergen awareness
  • Staff supervision
  • Keyholder
  • Bubbly customer service
  • Positive and professional
  • Latte art
  • Opening and closing coordination
  • Friendly and outgoing

References

Verdine Russon - Manager at Sip N' Bark

+44 7724 651660

Mazzy-Rae Lalich - Manager at Whitekirk Hill (Australian citizen)

0481 361 582

Benjamin Dexter - Character Reference (Australian citizen)

0401 963 321

Timeline

Food and Beverage Supervisor

Sip N' Bark
05.2024 - 02.2025

Food and Beverage Supervisor

Whitekirk Hill
05.2022 - 04.2024

Art And Design HNC -

Edinurgh College

Photography HNC -

Edinburgh College

High School Diploma -

Edinburgh Steiner School
Kate Lothian