Alix Foster
Plymouth,Devon
Summary
Enthusiastic Cafe Assistant bringing a positive can-do attitude with expertise in beverage preparation speed and creative coffee presentation. Proficient in food safety regulations, milk steaming and frothing, and multitasking in fast-paced environments. Skilled in menu creation and handling customer complaints, with a strong knowledge of dietary restrictions and food preparation. Friendly and approachable with a knack for customer service and creating a welcoming environment.
Overview
5
5
years of post-secondary education
10
10
years of professional experience
Work history
Cafe assistant
The Bees Knees Cafe
Plymouth, devon
2025.09 - Current
- Produced high-volume coffee orders quickly and accurately, meeting customer demand.
- Crafted textured microfoam for lattes, ensuring high-quality presentation.
- Worked with quality commercial coffee machines
- Prepared fresh ingredients daily to ensure quality menu offerings.
- Cleaned and sanitised coffee and food preparation areas, ensuring compliance with hygiene standards.
- Implemented hygiene standards throughout café premises for public health safety compliance.
- Upheld excellent relationships with regular clients fostering loyalty and repeat business.
Front of house
Dimpsys Vegan Restaurant
2024.07 - 2025.03
- Providing a professional and warm welcome
- Collaborated with kitchen, bar, and management staff to ensure seamless operations and effective communication.
- Presentation - Ensure front of house areas, menus, and restrooms are clean, stocked, and visually appealing at all times.
- Ensuring restaurant is presentable and clean
- Adhered to food hygiene standards to maintain a safe and compliant working environment.
- Generated innovative ideas for specials and seasonal dishes, enhancing menu appeal and attracting customers.
Receptionist/Admin/Animal Nursing Assistant
Plymouth Veterinary Group
2017.01 - 2023.01
- Maintained friendly, tidy, and professional office environment to enhance client experience
- Scheduled client appointments efficiently
- Facilitated sales and assisted new clients in navigating services to ensure satisfaction
- Conducted face-to-face compliance checks with clients
- Maintaining strict hygiene standards and protocols
- Assisting in general Veterinary Nursing practice: Handling and restraint of the animals, assisting in theatre, pre & post op care
- Oversaw patient progress and conditions, performing regular TPR checks to monitor health status
- Administering & dispensing topical and oral medication
- Cleaning and sterilizing of surgical instruments, drapes and gowns
- Participating in lab work & diagnostic imaging
Education
G.C.S.E. - BTEC Science, English, Maths, BTEC Information Technology
Eggbuckland Community College
plymouth 2006.01 - 2011.01
NVQ Level 2 - TVC Children and young people’s work force level 2
Venus Training and Consultancy
Plymouth 2012.01 - 2012.01
NVQ Level 2 - QCF Animal Care diploma level 2, Distinction in Canine Communication Diploma, Learn to talk dog Certificate
Achievement Training
Plymouth 2013.01 - 2013.01
NVQ Level 2 - BTEC Health and Social care level 3
Plymouth City College
Plymouth 2014.01 - 2014.01
Skills
- Food safety
- Beverage quality control
- Milk steaming and frothing
- Food preparation
- Seasonal menu planning
- Customer engagement
- Customer engagement strategies
- Customer complaint management
- Multitasking proficiency
- Dietary knowledge
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Cafe assistant
The Bees Knees Cafe
2025.09 - Current
Front of house
Dimpsys Vegan Restaurant
2024.07 - 2025.03
Receptionist/Admin/Animal Nursing Assistant
Plymouth Veterinary Group
2017.01 - 2023.01
NVQ Level 2 - BTEC Health and Social care level 3
Plymouth City College
2014.01 - 2014.01
NVQ Level 2 - QCF Animal Care diploma level 2, Distinction in Canine Communication Diploma, Learn to talk dog Certificate
Achievement Training
2013.01 - 2013.01
NVQ Level 2 - TVC Children and young people’s work force level 2
Venus Training and Consultancy
2012.01 - 2012.01
G.C.S.E. - BTEC Science, English, Maths, BTEC Information Technology
Eggbuckland Community College
2006.01 - 2011.01