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Martina Simonini

Brisbane

Summary

I'm from Italy, i love being among people, always friendly and smiling. I'm here in Australia with my boyfriend for our working holiday experience, we plan to stay for a few years.

I'm a talented and experienced barista capable of both solo and team work.

You're reading this curriculum with perfect english but in fact i still need to improve it on fluency.

Contributing to safe, welcoming cafe environment. Fast learner and adapter to new circumstances and challenges paired with in-depth knowledge of coffee-making equipment operations.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Head Barista

Arzaga Golf Club
05.2021 - 11.2023
  • Served customers quickly and efficiently and created strategies to prevent delays.
  • Restocked and cleaned stations and facilities to maintain cleanly and operable standards.
  • Operated espresso machines with Latte Art technique.
  • Used POS system and cash registers to accurately enter orders and process payments.
  • Carried out complete solo opening and great teamwork during the day with the colleagues.
  • Wine opening and serving.

Coffee Barista

Andrea Candrina's Pastry & Bakery
09.2019 - 01.2021
  • Cleaned counters, machines, utensils, and seating areas daily.
  • Maintained and operated espresso machines with Latte Art technique, blenders, coffee pots, and other equipment.
  • Memorized recipes for specialty coffee beverages and seasonal offerings.
  • Quickly reset and cleaned up tables after customers left to enable speedy turnaround and guest flow.
  • Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.

Cashier

Globo
04.2019 - 09.2019
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
  • Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
  • Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.

Barista

Portello Caffè
10.2018 - 04.2019
  • Cleaned counters, machines, utensils, and seating areas daily.
  • Maintained regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
  • Made and served brand-specific café beverages and appetizers with focus on speed, quality and consistency.
  • Used cash register and POS to enter orders and process payments.

Waitress Trainee

Chia Laguna Resort
08.2017 - 09.2017
  • Cleaned up tables and reset mise en place.
  • Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.

Waitress Trainee

Park Hotel
08.2016 - 09.2016
  • Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
  • Followed directions from lead Waitress to deliver exceptional guest service.
  • In charge of room service.
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.

Waitress Trainee

Salamensa
05.2016 - 06.2016
  • Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.
  • Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
  • In charge of breakfast, brunch or dinner service.

Education

High School Diploma -

IPSEOA Hospitality School, Caterina De Medici
Garda Lake, IT
08.2018

Skills

  • Safe Food & beverages Handling
  • Team Building and Leadership
  • Product Recommendations
  • Bar/ Restaurant Opening
  • POS Systems and cash register
  • Espresso Machine Operation with Latte Art technique
  • Friendly and sociable
  • Inventory Management

Languages

Italian
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Intermediate (B1)

Timeline

Head Barista

Arzaga Golf Club
05.2021 - 11.2023

Coffee Barista

Andrea Candrina's Pastry & Bakery
09.2019 - 01.2021

Cashier

Globo
04.2019 - 09.2019

Barista

Portello Caffè
10.2018 - 04.2019

Waitress Trainee

Chia Laguna Resort
08.2017 - 09.2017

Waitress Trainee

Park Hotel
08.2016 - 09.2016

Waitress Trainee

Salamensa
05.2016 - 06.2016

High School Diploma -

IPSEOA Hospitality School, Caterina De Medici

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