Meaghan Payton
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Diverse work experiences foster a strong work ethic and heightened vigilance, contributing to both personal and professional growth. A passion for collaboration and teamwork drives success in group settings, ensuring collective goals are met with enthusiasm and dedication. Committed to excellence, every challenge is approached with determination and a focus on achieving set objectives. This proactive mindset enhances individual performance and uplifts team dynamics, creating a positive impact in any work environment.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Barista/Cashier
Scooter's Coffee
06.2024 - 12.2025
- Prepared high-quality espresso beverages and specialty drinks to meet customer preferences.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
- Trained new baristas on beverage preparation techniques and company protocols to enhance team efficiency.
- Provided exceptional customer service, fostering positive relationships and repeat business.
- Resolved customer complaints effectively, enhancing overall satisfaction and loyalty to the brand.
- Maintained and operated espresso machines, blenders, commercial coffee brewers, coffee pots, and other equipment.
In-Home Nanny
Nannying
08.2022 - 11.2024
- Cared for infants by changing diapers, preparing bottles, monitoring sleep patterns, and providing emotional support.
- Provided a safe environment in the home by adhering to safety standards while caring for the children.
- Communicated regularly with parents about their child's day-to-day experiences and developmental milestones achieved.
- Maintained records of daily observations and information regarding child's activities and behavior.
Benefits Specialist
American Income Life Insurance Company
07.2023 - 11.2023
- Assisted employees with enrolling in benefit plans and explained plan options.
- Processed benefit enrollment forms, changes, and terminations.
- Communicated effectively via email, phone and face-to-face with plan participants to resolve issues pertaining to health and welfare benefits.
In-Home Nanny
Nannying
06.2022 - 08.2023
- Developed and implemented daily activities for children such as reading, playtime, and arts and crafts.
- Organized age-appropriate educational activities to stimulate learning and development.
- Engaged in outdoor recreational activities with the children such as trips to the park or beach.
- Maintained records of daily observations and information regarding child's activities and behavior.
- Communicated regularly with parents about their child's day-to-day experiences and developmental milestones achieved.
- Encouraged good manners among children by modeling appropriate behavior.
Jewelry Sales Associate
Jared Galleria Of Jewelry
03.2017 - 08.2017
- Demonstrated product knowledge to answer customer questions and inquiries.
- Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
- Maintained an organized and clean store environment, including dusting displays regularly.
- Created window displays that showcased new products.
- Performed daily opening and closing procedures such as counting cash drawers and setting alarms.
- Processed payments using point-of-sale systems, credit card machines, and cash registers.
- Advised customers on the selection of products based on their needs and preferences.
In-Home Nanny
Nannying
06.2014 - 12.2016
- Developed and implemented daily activities for children such as reading, playtime, and arts and crafts.
- Organized age-appropriate educational activities to stimulate learning and development.
- Provided a safe environment in the home by adhering to safety standards while caring for the children.
- Managed household tasks including laundry, grocery shopping, meal preparation, errands, and light cleaning.
- Planned meals based on dietary guidelines with consideration of food allergies or preferences.
- Transported children to school, appointments, extracurricular activities, and outings.
Tanning Associate
Malibu Tanning Salon
06.2013 - 11.2013
- Greeted customers, answered questions and provided product recommendations.
- Provided detailed instructions on tanning bed use and safety procedures.
- Cleaned and sanitized equipment after each customer's use.
- Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, processing payments, and maintaining client records.
- Operated cash register to process transactions accurately and efficiently.
- Advised customers on the best products for their needs based on skin type, desired results.
Food Service Worker
Chick-fil-A
07.2011 - 12.2012
- Cleaned kitchen areas, equipment and utensils.
- Stocked supplies such as food, dishes, utensils, and cleaning materials.
- Prepared beverages such as coffee, tea, soda.
- Maintained cleanliness standards for all service areas including dining room, kitchen and storage areas.
- Delivered food orders promptly and accurately to guests tables.
- Responded promptly to customer inquiries regarding menu items or special requests.
- Replenished condiments at customer tables as needed.
Education
High School Diploma -
John Adams High School
05.2010
Nutrition - undefined
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VASkills
- Expertise in coffee crafting
- Drink crafting
- Administrative support experience
- Transaction processing skills
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Kitchen Experience
- Microsoft Word
- Communication skills
Certification
- Life & Health Insurance License, 2026-06-01
- CPR Certification
- Life Insurance License
Languages
English
Interests
- I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings
- Learning new cooking techniques and expanding my culinary skills
- Enjoying the art of baking and pastry-making, experimenting with recipes
- Avid Reader
- I participate in a variety of outdoor recreational activities
Timeline
Barista/Cashier
Scooter's Coffee
06.2024 - 12.2025
Benefits Specialist
American Income Life Insurance Company
07.2023 - 11.2023
In-Home Nanny
Nannying
08.2022 - 11.2024
In-Home Nanny
Nannying
06.2022 - 08.2023
Jewelry Sales Associate
Jared Galleria Of Jewelry
03.2017 - 08.2017
In-Home Nanny
Nannying
06.2014 - 12.2016
Tanning Associate
Malibu Tanning Salon
06.2013 - 11.2013
Food Service Worker
Chick-fil-A
07.2011 - 12.2012
Nutrition - undefined
Liberty University
High School Diploma -
John Adams High School