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Work History
Education
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Certification
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Nate Beard

Knoxville

Summary

Hardworking and motivated professional with several years of experience and record of success in industry. Solid history balancing team performance, customer service, and business objectives. Dedicated to working closely with employees to maximize productivity and optimize procedures. Swift learner who is friendly when possible and professional when necessary.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Manager

CommonPlace Coffee & Community
Knoxville
10.2024 - Current
  • All duties expected of the 'Barista' and 'Shift Lead' positions (see below).
  • Coached, mentored and trained team members in order to improve their job performance.
  • Examined and documented food, dry goods, and chemical inventory on a weekly basis.
  • Handled weekly ordering of food, dry goods, and chemicals.
  • Oversaw daily operations, maintaining efficiency and quality standards.
  • Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.

Shift Lead

CommonPlace Coffee & Community
Knoxville
04.2022 - 10.2024
  • All duties expected of "Barista" position (see below).
  • Trained new employees on company policies, procedures, and job duties.
  • Ensured that all safety protocols were followed at all times.
  • Implemented company policies consistently across all shifts.
  • Performed opening and closing procedures such as setting alarm systems, counting money.
  • Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations at all times.
  • Enforced store policies regarding returns, exchanges, refunds, discounts.

Barista

CommonPlace Coffee & Community
Knoxville
06.2021 - 04.2022
  • Greeted customers and took orders for coffee drinks, food items, and other beverages.
  • Provided excellent customer service by responding to inquiries quickly and professionally.
  • Memorized various food and drink recipes to maintain a smooth workflow during rushes.
  • Maintained a clean work environment by wiping down counters, washing dishes, and cleaning floors.
  • Labeled containers of milk for use in coffee drinks according to expiration dates.
  • Adhered to health department regulations concerning sanitation standards.
  • Developed creative recipes for signature coffees or blended drinks unique to the cafe.

Grill Cook

Pioneer College Caterers
Knoxville
09.2020 - 05.2021
  • Communicated effectively with customers regarding orders and special requests.
  • Ensured all food was cooked to the correct temperature as per health code regulations.
  • Kept work area clean at all times by sweeping floors, wiping down counters, tables with sanitizer solution and washing dishes, utensils properly after each shift.
  • Cleaned and organized grilling area, stocked supplies, and prepared food items to order.
  • Made sure that all orders were filled in an accurate and timely manner.
  • Operated cash register accurately and efficiently when needed.
  • Prepared a variety of foods including salads, sandwiches and entrees using established recipes.

CAP 2 Associate

Walmart
Lumberton
06.2019 - 07.2020
  • Demonstrated an understanding of all products offered in the store in order to answer customer questions.
  • Utilized problem solving techniques when resolving customer complaints or issues in a timely manner.
  • Maintained a neat and organized work area while adhering to safety standards.
  • Staged merchandise for easy movement to storage locations or straight to sales floor for restocking.
  • Collaborated with team members to divide workloads and meet established objectives.
  • Assisted customers with locating items on sales floor and in backroom storage areas.
  • Inspected merchandise for wear or defects, disposing of damaged items as instructed by supervisors.

Education

High School Diploma -

Lumberton High School
Lumberton, TX
05-2017

Skills

  • Inventory management
  • Food safety
  • Staff training
  • Operational efficiency
  • Customer service
  • Team leadership

Certification

  • Food Safety Training Completion

Timeline

Manager

CommonPlace Coffee & Community
10.2024 - Current

Shift Lead

CommonPlace Coffee & Community
04.2022 - 10.2024

Barista

CommonPlace Coffee & Community
06.2021 - 04.2022

Grill Cook

Pioneer College Caterers
09.2020 - 05.2021

CAP 2 Associate

Walmart
06.2019 - 07.2020

High School Diploma -

Lumberton High School
Nate Beard