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Kayla Waters

Flipside Brewing
Worth
9
years of professional experience

Detail-oriented Hospitality Professional with expertise in beverage mixing, bar inventory management, and enhancing customer experiences. Demonstrates strong collaboration and adaptability in fast-paced environments while ensuring cleanliness and organization. Committed to delivering exceptional service and fostering positive interactions with patrons.

Work History

Shift Leader

3 Years 8 Months
Dunkin | 08.2017 - 04.2021
  • Prepared all coffee, tea, espresso, and specialty drinks
  • Prepared breakfast sandwiches and food items to ensure timely service
  • Supported team members by adapting quickly to changing priorities and customer volume.
  • Maintained safety and sanitation standards to promote a clean environment
  • Provided exceptional customer service to enhance customer experience
  • Operated point-of-sale system to process orders, payments, and drive-thru transactions accurately.

Sales associates

4 Months
Forever 21 | 08.2019 - 12.2019
  • Processed customer transactions accurately and efficiently
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of sales floor and stock room
  • Handled returns and exchanges in a timely manner
  • Arranged visual displays to align with merchandising standards and seasonal promotions.
  • Supported loss prevention efforts by monitoring floor activity and securing merchandise.

Assistant manager

3 Years 8 Months
OneLake Brewing | 04.2021 - 12.2024
  • Monitored inventory levels, ordering beer, supplies, and packaging materials.
  • Trained team members on service procedures, product knowledge, and safety expectations.
  • Enforced sanitation, alcohol service, and regulatory compliance across operations.
  • Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
  • Assisted in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding of new employees to maintain adequate staffing levels.

Bartender

2 Years 7 Months
Flipside Brewing | 03.2024 - Current
  • Crafted beer and cocktail orders while maintaining accurate pour standards and ingredient knowledge.
  • Delivered attentive guest service, resolving complaints and supporting smooth bar operations.
  • Managed POS transactions, cash handling, and receipt reconciliation with consistent accuracy.
  • Maintained clean bar areas, sanitized glassware, and followed food safety and sanitation protocols.
  • Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.

Leader in Training

1 Year 6 Months
Bloom Wellness | 03.2025 - 09.2026
  • Trained new associates on procedures, customer interactions, and point-of-sale accuracy.
  • Supervised daily operations, reinforcing service standards and workflow consistency across teams.
  • Coordinated store readiness by organizing supplies and opening and closing tasks.
  • Monitored compliance with wellness product handling, documentation, and safety protocols.
  • Guided customers through product selections, strains, and consumption methods to support informed purchases.
  • Verified identification and maintained compliance with cannabis regulations during every transaction.
  • Monitored inventory levels and restocked displays to maintain organized sales floor.
  • Resolved customer concerns professionally while protecting service quality and store policies.

Education

High school

Alan B shepherd | Palos heights | 05.2019

Skills

Beverage service
Food safety compliance
Positive attitude
Cash handling
Team leadership
Customer service
Team leadership

Timeline

Leader in Training

Bloom Wellness
03.2025 - 09.2026Read More

Bartender

Flipside Brewing
03.2024 - CurrentRead More

Assistant manager

OneLake Brewing
04.2021 - 12.2024Read More

Sales associates

Forever 21
08.2019 - 12.2019Read More

Shift Leader

Dunkin
08.2017 - 04.2021Read More

Alan B shepherd

High school
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Kayla Waters