Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Generic

Ryli Mills-Thomas

Lake Forest

Summary

With my near 7 years in the coffee community I have grown so much as an individual. I had to learn how to thrive under pressure at a very young age and problem solve within seconds. I have learned the ins and outs of what its like opening up small businesses, leading a team, and maneuvering as things don't always go the way they are planned. I value work ethic, punctuality, and community. I am a team player and quick to learn. I am always open to constructive feedback as I want grow as an employee and person.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Manager

Oslo Coffee CO.
05.2024 - Current
  • Helped open up the first location.
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
  • Scheduled staff shifts to ensure proper coverage during peak shopping hours without exceeding labor budgets.
  • Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.

Barista

AhbA
02.2024 - 05.2024
  • Helped launch the coffee program.
  • Maintained clean and organized workspace, ensuring welcoming environment for customers.
  • Managed inventory levels to ensure all necessary supplies were always available, preventing any service delays.
  • Elevated coffee quality and consistency using precise measurements and techniques for every order.

Assistant Manager

High Tide Coffee Co
02.2023 - 02.2024
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
  • Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.

Manager

Flower & Flour
11.2020 - 01.2023
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
  • Improved marketing to attract new customers and promote business.
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
  • Worked very close with the owners and got to watch them build a small shop into such a big community.

Shift Lead, Manager

Stella Nova Coffee
03.2019 - 11.2020
  • Led by example, demonstrating a strong work ethic and commitment to excellence that motivated team members to strive for their best performance.
  • Helped open up the third and forth location.
  • Managed staff hiring, training and supervision.
  • Reviewed documentation such as invoices and shipping paperwork for accuracy and compliance.
  • Set overall vision and provided team leadership.

Retail Sales Associate

Tilly's
04.2018 - 04.2019
  • Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections, and purchases.
  • Maintained a clean and organized store environment, enhancing the overall shopping experience for customers.

Education

High School Diploma -

Santa Fe High School
Edmond, OK
05-2019

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Money handling
  • Team leadership
  • Decision-making
  • Staff supervision
  • Conflict resolution
  • Employee scheduling

Timeline

Assistant Manager

Oslo Coffee CO.
05.2024 - Current

Barista

AhbA
02.2024 - 05.2024

Assistant Manager

High Tide Coffee Co
02.2023 - 02.2024

Manager

Flower & Flour
11.2020 - 01.2023

Shift Lead, Manager

Stella Nova Coffee
03.2019 - 11.2020

Retail Sales Associate

Tilly's
04.2018 - 04.2019

High School Diploma -

Santa Fe High School
Ryli Mills-Thomas