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Claire Finken

Oakdale

Summary

Claire has been working in beverages for 9 years and is an expert in both coffee and tea preparation. She has excellent latte art skills and is proficient with most espresso machines. She works well in high-volume, fast-paced environments. She has great customer service skills and prides herself on her customer connections.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Cafe Manager

Dollop Coffee
Chicago
07.2024 - 08.2025
  • Managed daily operations of busy coffee shop environment.
  • Trained and supervised staff on drink making and customer relations.
  • Implemented health and safety regulations consistently.
  • Enhanced menu offerings by introducing seasonal beverages and snacks.
  • Ensured all work areas were kept clean and hygienic according to health regulations.

Bakery FOH / Barista

La Fournette
Chicago
10.2023 - 07.2024
  • Assisted customers with product selections and special requests.
  • Operated cash register and processed customer transactions efficiently.
  • Prepared and served a variety of coffee beverages and specialty drinks.
  • Fulfilled a high volume of bakery orders in a timely manner.

Barista

Spyhouse Coffee Roasters
Minneapolis
06.2021 - 06.2022
  • Prepared and served a variety of coffee beverages and specialty drinks.
  • Operated espresso machines and brewing equipment effectively.
  • Engaged with customers to create a welcoming atmosphere in the café.

Shift Supervisor

Sencha Tea Bar
St. Paul
07.2019 - 07.2021
  • Trained new staff on customer service standards and product knowledge.
  • Prepared a variety of bubble tea drinks to customer specifications.
  • Cleaned and sanitized service or seating areas, complying to health protocols and food safety standards.

Barista

Caribou Coffee
Lino Lakes
10.2016 - 06.2018

Education

High School Diploma -

Centennial High School
Blaine, MN
06-2018

Skills

  • Staff training
  • Health regulations
  • Cash handling
  • Inventory management
  • Customer service
  • Team leadership
  • Menu development
  • Latte Art
  • Espresso machine proficiency and maintenance

Certification

  • Serv Safe Food Safety Managers Certification - Dec. 2024

Timeline

Cafe Manager

Dollop Coffee
07.2024 - 08.2025

Bakery FOH / Barista

La Fournette
10.2023 - 07.2024

Barista

Spyhouse Coffee Roasters
06.2021 - 06.2022

Shift Supervisor

Sencha Tea Bar
07.2019 - 07.2021

Barista

Caribou Coffee
10.2016 - 06.2018

High School Diploma -

Centennial High School
Claire Finken