Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Languages
Quote
Timeline
Barista
Shalon Kwikiriza

Shalon Kwikiriza

Abu Dhabi,United Arab Emirates

Summary

Motivated service worker with exceptional social skills, communication abilities and customer service background. Dedicated to following health and safety guidelines and handling food items properly. Pursues every opportunity to support team members and proactively address issues. Barista knowledgeable in all aspects of coffee shop operations including impeccable customer service, staff management, supply ordering and creating a warm, welcoming environment.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Barista

Larc Cafe
Shakhbout city, United Arab Emirates
05.2022 - Current
  • Provided exceptional customer service, including taking 50 orders and addressing customer concerns or complaints.
  • Implemented and maintained high quality standards for coffee preparation and beverages.
  • Oversaw maintenance and cleanliness of coffee equipment and machinery.
  • Enforced compliance with healthy and safety regulations, sanitation standards.

Barista

Arto Coffee
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
03.2021 - 02.2022
  • Made and served over 30 volume beverages with speed, quality and consistency, thriving in fast-paced cafe environments.
  • Maintained clean, organised cafe workspace, enabling co-workers to readily locate required supplies.
  • Advised on food and drink choices based on customer preferences.
  • Greeted customers, presented menus and shared information about available special items.

Education

Diploma - Catering

YMCA Comprehensive Institute
Kampala, Uganda
03.2016 - 11/2018

Skills

  • Attention to detail
  • Espresso and coffee brewing
  • Latte art design
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Quality control and problem solving
  • Customer Service
  • Team player

Certification

  • Essential Food Safety Program
  • Barista Training

Languages

English
Upper intermediate (B2)
Arabic
Intermediate

Quote

I can’t understand why people are frightened of new ideas. I’m frightened of the old ones.
John Cage

Timeline

Barista

Larc Cafe
05.2022 - Current

Barista

Arto Coffee
03.2021 - 02.2022

Diploma - Catering

YMCA Comprehensive Institute
03.2016 - 11/2018
Shalon Kwikiriza