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Cade Mead

Boulder

Summary

Results-driven Front-End Management Professional with expertise in customer service, inventory management, and daily operations. Led team collaboration initiatives and implemented effective training programs, enhancing conflict resolution and customer experience. Demonstrates strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills to excel in dynamic environments.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Front End Manager / Head Barista

Loving cup

03.2024 - 05.2026

Constructed specialty coffee and food menu items, Designed logo/ stickers/ merch, Coordinated inventory ordering to ensure availability of specialty items, Provided customer service by assisting patrons with their orders and inquiries., Worked closely with vendors, Decorated store, Enhanced sales and streamlined work processes through staff training and menu optimization, Contributed to hiring efforts by screening applicants and participating in interviews., Led barista team to deliver high-quality service and maintain product standards, Supervised Kitchen staff
Led team in optimizing customer service protocols to enhance guest satisfaction.
Implemented strategic inventory management practices to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
Trained and mentored staff on operational best practices and customer engagement techniques.

Barista and baker

Spruce Confections

01.2021 - 03.2023

Provided exceptional customer service in various engagements
Executed product placement and managed ordering processes
Oversaw special orders and supervised baking operations

Barista and grocery worker

Starbucks / Safeway

11.2019 - 11.2020

Worked fulltime as barista, enhancing customer engagement and service skills
Expanded knowledge of customer service principles to improve customer satisfaction
Mastered checking and stocking processes to ensure product availability

Grocery

Lucky's North Boulder

03.2018 - 11.2019

Guided customers in selecting products that best met their needs
Processed vendor orders and coordinated deliveries
Monitored inventory levels to maintain stock availability, stock shelves, organize display cases, and clean store

Shop assistant & welders apprentice

Standard Metal Works

08.2018 - 05.2019

Learned and furthered skills on Mig, Gas, and Arc welding
Executed customer jobs and assignments as directed by supervisors
Cleaned shop facilities to maintain a safe and organized environment.
Read and wrote plans and blueprints