Laura Azuero Mejia
Gold Coast,QLD
Summary
Passionate and versatile hospitality professional with more than five years of experience in culinary operations, café management, and barista services across Brisbane and the Gold Coast. Skilled in food preparation, kitchen leadership, and maintaining exceptional quality and hygiene standards. Proven ability to lead teams, manage stock, and ensure smooth service from opening to close
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Café Manager & Head Barista
Willys' Beans
02.2024 - 09.2025
- Managed daily café operations ensuring efficient workflow, staff schedules and customer satisfaction.
- Maintained stock levels of coffee, milk, syrups, and other products.
- Delivered exceptional customer service and coordinated café events such as markets.
Café Manager – Espresso Bonsai,
Espresso Bonsai
01.2022 - 12.2023
- Maintained a high level of customer satisfaction and team efficiency.
- Placed and tracked stock orders to ensure all supplies were available.
- Implemented inventory and stock control systems to minimize waste.
Chef
Espresso Bonsai
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Prepared and cooked all dishes during service, ensuring high quality and timely delivery.
- Managed kitchen opening and closing procedures, including cleaning and safety checks.
- Led and trained kitchen hands, delegating tasks efficiently during peak hours.
- Monitored stock levels, performed inventory checks, and coordinated with suppliers.
- Controlled food portioning, plating, and presentation to ensure customer satisfaction.
Kitchen Hand
Latin Manna
02.2020 - 12.2020
- Prepared preps to ensure timely meal service and maintain kitchen efficiency.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen areas, adhering to food safety standards.
- Assisted chefs in meal preparation, following recipes and presentation guidelines accurately.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely, including ovens, mixers, and slicers, ensuring operational readiness.
Education
Advanced Diploma of Hospitality Management
Imagine Education Australia
Gold Coast, QLD01-2024
Diploma of Hospitality Management
Imagine Education Australia
Gold Coast, QLD01-2023
Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery
Imagine Education Australia
Gold Coast, QLD01-2022
Certificate III in Commercial Cookery
Imagine Education Australia
Gold Coast, QLD01-2021
General English – Upper Intermediate
ILSC
Brisbane, QLD01-2020
Barista Work Skills / Food Safety Certificate
ILSC
Brisbane, QLD01-2020
Skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Creativity and good communication skills
- Teamwork and leadership
- Punctual, responsible, reliable
- Food preparation and presentation
- Stock control and ordering
- Menu planning support
- Customer service
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Café Manager & Head Barista
Willys' Beans
02.2024 - 09.2025
Café Manager – Espresso Bonsai,
Espresso Bonsai
01.2022 - 12.2023
Chef
Espresso Bonsai
01.2021 - 12.2021
Kitchen Hand
Latin Manna
02.2020 - 12.2020
Advanced Diploma of Hospitality Management
Imagine Education Australia
Diploma of Hospitality Management
Imagine Education Australia
Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery
Imagine Education Australia
Certificate III in Commercial Cookery
Imagine Education Australia
General English – Upper Intermediate
ILSC
Barista Work Skills / Food Safety Certificate
ILSC