Hi, I’m
Shawn Lim Wei Yang
Management Trainee
Singapore,Singapore
Summary
Enthusiastic and dedicated learner always seeking opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge. Strong desire for self-improvement and actively seeks ways to stay ahead in field. Committed to personal growth, embraces challenges, and continuously strives to expand expertise.
Overview
26
years of professional experience
14
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Kings Cart CoffeeSingapore, Singapore
Barista
01.2025 - Current
Job overview
- Prepared high-quality coffee beverages following standardized recipes and procedures.
- Delivered exceptional customer service, enhancing overall guest experience and satisfaction.
- Operated espresso machines and grinders, ensuring optimal performance and maintenance.
- Managed cash register transactions accurately, maintaining balanced till at end of shifts.
Common Man Coffee Roasters
Barista / Management Trainee
12.2021 - 12.2024
Job overview
- Cleaned counters, machines, utensils, and seating areas daily.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace for optimal productivity and safety.
- Handled customer complaints professionally, resolving issues promptly to ensure satisfaction and foster loyalty.
- Operated espresso machines and commercial coffee brewers to create beverages.
- Controlled line and crowd with quick, efficient service.
- Maintained and operated espresso machines, blenders, commercial coffee brewers, coffee pots, and other equipment.
- Managed time effectively to balance both front-of-house tasks and back-of-house responsibilities during busy periods.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently preparing and serving high-quality beverages.
- Trained new employees, sharing knowledge and expertise of coffees, teas, and merchandise.
- Assisted in inventory management to maintain adequate stock levels and reduce wastage.
- Adhered to strict food hygiene regulations, minimizing risk of contamination or illness among customers.
- Trained new team members with positive reinforcement and respectful, encouraging coaching.
- Maintained clean and organized workspace, ensuring welcoming environment for customers.
- Adapted quickly to high-volume periods by efficiently managing tasks and delegating responsibilities among team members.
- Used POS system to accurately enter orders and process payments.
- Prepared specialty drinks such as cappuccinos, lattes and mochas.
- Sanitized equipment and wiped down counters and tables to prevent spread of germs.
- Packaged bagels, muffins and other food items for customer purchase.
- Restocked display cases with attractive arrangements to promote specialty food items like bagels and muffins.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
Huggs Coffee
Barista
10.2017 - 12.2021
Job overview
- Inspect beverages before serving
- Handle finishing touches and assist with complicated latte stenciling on signature beverages
- Facilitate demonstration days to show customers how to manually tamper, pull and extract coffee beans to make espresso shots
- Supervise a team of junior Baristas, servers and admin staff
- Create unique seasonal coffee blends to promote during major holidays i.e
- Christmas and Labor day
- Implemented a new latte art training program to teach 20 Baristas milk frothing and simple pouring methods
Huggs Coffee
Barista
09.2016 - 09.2017
Job overview
- Responsible for the opening and closing of store
- Handled all food available in store
- Prepared and served beverages as per ordered by customers
- Trained part-timers and assigned their tasks
Wood Wood CafeSingapore Expo, Singapore
Food handler
05.2005 - 09.2016
Job overview
- Ensured adherence to food safety regulations and sanitation standards.
- Managed inventory levels, minimizing waste through efficient stock rotation.
- Trained new staff on proper food handling procedures and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to streamline food preparation processes.
DelifranceYishun North Point, Singapore
Waiter
10.2000 - 12.2000
Job overview
- Delivered exceptional customer service by accurately taking orders and providing menu recommendations.
- Managed multiple tables efficiently, ensuring timely service during peak hours.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure seamless food preparation and presentation.
- Trained new team members on service standards and operational procedures.
Education
Institute of Technical Education
National ITE Certificate from Facility Technology ( Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration)
01.2010 - 12.2011
Queenstown Secondary School
GCE Normal Technical Level
01.2006 - 12.2009
Queenstown Primary SchoolMargaret Drive
01.2002 - 12.2005
Pasir Ris Primary SchoolPasir Ris
01.1998 - 12.2001
Skills
Microsoft Office
Powerpoint
Word
Excel
Teamwork
Independent
Disciplined
Interpersonal Skills
Flexible
Nationalservice - Experience
Experience in admin for 1 year 6 months
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 03/07/1993
- Nationality: Singaporean
Skillsandlanguages
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Powerpoint, Word, Excel), Teamwork, Independent, Disciplined, Interpersonal Skills, Flexible, English, Fluent (Spoken and Written), Mandarin, Fluent (Spoken and Written)
Timeline
Barista
Kings Cart Coffee
01.2025 - Current
Barista / Management Trainee
Common Man Coffee Roasters
12.2021 - 12.2024
Barista
Huggs Coffee
10.2017 - 12.2021
Barista
Huggs Coffee
09.2016 - 09.2017
Institute of Technical Education
National ITE Certificate from Facility Technology ( Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration)
01.2010 - 12.2011
Queenstown Secondary School
GCE Normal Technical Level
01.2006 - 12.2009
Food handler
Wood Wood Cafe
05.2005 - 09.2016
Queenstown Primary School
01.2002 - 12.2005
Waiter
Delifrance
10.2000 - 12.2000
Pasir Ris Primary School
01.1998 - 12.2001