Dasha Polushvaiko
I bring over two years’ experience in fast-paced customer-facing roles, excelling in cash handling, store operations, and client service. Adaptable and reliable, I thrive under pressure and am eager to bring my strong hospitality skills and work ethic to dynamic retail sales environments.
Worked across several areas in the restaurant, including bartending, barista, food running and kitchen porter roles. Practiced food hygiene, fire safety and alcohol licensing training. Working with a team to handle busy periods in a fast-paced hospitality environment. Frequently engaging with customers to ensure their experience was to their satisfaction and process discounts and refunds. Cash handling and balancing tills, opening and closing the store and preparing for the following day. Learned how to manage large orders and engage with large parties during peak times
Highly experienced barista, trained in preparing both standard and speciality coffee to a high standard under pressure. Worked confidently in dual roles as barista and waitress, comfortable with all standard front-of-house responsibilities in a busy hospitality setting. Regularly entrusted to open and close the café independently, demonstrating reliability, time management, and trustworthiness. Live locally and known for flexibility and dependability—often available to cover shifts at short notice. Collaborated with the business's social media team, contributing content and ideas to promote new products and seasonal specials. Worked across two locations when the business expanded, adapting quickly to new environments and supporting smooth operations in both cafés