Allyssa Cassidy
Methuen
Summary
Imaginative, motivated writer, and emerging scholar, accustomed to adaptability and collaboration. In the pursuit of uplifting communities through service, and creating a more just society by intertwining my Asian American Studies background with my writing skills and film knowledge.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Barista
Loyola Marymount University - The Lion's Den
Los Angeles
08.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth daily operations during peak hours.
- Trained new baristas on company policies and procedures regarding food handling safety standards.
- Implemented feedback from customers to improve service quality and menu offerings.
- Promoted products through social media to increase interest and sales.
Barista
Target Starbucks
Salem
06.2023 - Current
- Maintained calm demeanor during high-volume periods and special events.
- Trained new baristas on company policies and procedures regarding food handling safety standards.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies and restocked when necessary.
- Developed and maintained relationships with regular customers, recognizing preferences and anticipating needs.
Barista
Barnes & Noble
Salem
05.2022 - 12.2022
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth service flow.
- Engaged with customers to create a welcoming atmosphere in the café.
- Trained new baristas on company policies and procedures regarding food handling safety standards.
- Took on responsibilities of duties outside of the café and throughout the store.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Screenwriting
Loyola Marymount University
Los Angeles, CASkills
- Creative and innovative
- Leadership
- Collaboration
- Time management
- Friendly and outgoing
- Adaptable
- Multitasking
- Organization
- Problem solving
- Attentiveness
- Social media marketing
- Graphic design
Community Service
- Provided food for unhoused residents in Los Angeles through university organization, Fall 2025
- Donated to Toys for Tots, 2012-current
- Donated food during the holidays to a local non-profit organization, 2012-current
- Served food and distributed toiletries with my varsity softball team for local unhoused residents, Spring 2024
- Volunteered at a local event to promote small businesses, Spring 2024
- Volunteered at a local clothing drive for unhoused residents, Winter 2022-2024
- Organized care packages for U.S. soldiers at a local non-profit organization, 2021
- Organized local food drives in the community, 2020-2021
Timeline
Barista
Loyola Marymount University - The Lion's Den
08.2024 - Current
Barista
Target Starbucks
06.2023 - Current
Barista
Barnes & Noble
05.2022 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Screenwriting
Loyola Marymount University