Rachel Hughes
Post Falls
Summary
Versatile Young Professional experienced in administrative tasks, as well as caregiving and food service. Possesses years of experience as a craft barista. Delivers high-quality work through strong attention to detail and exceptional customer service. Pursuing a major in biological anthropology, while holding advanced technical certifications in graphic and web design and certification as a community-based support worker.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Care Assistant
Consumer Direct Care Network
COEUR D ALENE
01.2025 - Current
- Assisting clients with daily living tasks and household chores
- Facilitating enjoyable recreational activities with clients, fostering companionship and mental stimulation.
- Promoting independence by guiding clients in developing self-care skills, including meal preparation and personal hygiene.
Hostess and Server Assistant
315 Cuisine
COEUR D ALENE
04.2025 - 09.2025
- Managed phone inquiries, reservations, and waitlists, enhancing seating efficiency.
- Greeted and seated guests promptly, fostering a welcoming atmosphere through friendly conversation.
- Coordinated guest flow during peak hours to support server efficiency.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the dining area at all times.
- Provided support in training new hostesses on procedures and systems.
Personal Assistant
Navigating your Healing LLC
COEUR D ALENE
02.2024 - 07.2025
- Managed advertising campaigns, designed marketing material, composed copy text, organized and transcribed documents.
- Oversaw print and merchandise design projects from ideation to the design process, to end production.
- Created detailed shared spreadsheets and files to share and track business goals, current projects, and meet objectives.
Barista and Cafe Associate
The Culinary Stone
COEUR D ALENE
01.2024 - 03.2025
- Prepared and served beverages, pastries, deli sandwiches, and additional cafe items.
- Managed daily customer rushes with efficient service, ensuring accurate transactions and balanced till.
- Maintained clean, well-stocked environment by regularly wiping counters, washing dishes, and recording inventory.
- Trained new baristas on company policies and food handling safety standards.
- Created custom charcuterie boards for private events.
- Provided wine, champagne, cocktails, and tap beverages to enhance guest experiences during events.
Barista and Cafe Attendant
Fine Brewed Cafe
COEUR D ALENE
07.2023 - 12.2023
- Crafted espresso, champagne cocktails, wine, and tap beverages with creativity and accuracy.
- Opened and closed store, maintaining order and cleanliness while prepping and stocking food and beverage items for smooth operations.
- Trained new team members in drink preparation and customer service standards to enhance team effectiveness.
- Processed cash transactions accurately and efficiently to ensure seamless customer service.
Social Media Marketing and Graphic Design Intern
Gizmo Cda
COEUR D ALENE
06.2022 - 07.2023
- Executed social media campaigns to boost audience engagement across platforms.
- Developed branding merchandise and ad copy using Adobe Creative Cloud and Canva.
- Created a comprehensive company style guide for consistent branding implementation.
- Managed company website content optimization to improve user experience.
- Designed and produced various print projects and signage with vinyl printers and other machinery.
Education
Associate of Science - Anthropology
North Idaho College
Coeur D'Alene, ID04-2026
Skills
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Project management
- Social media marketing
- Graphic design
- Time management
- Safe food handling and preparation
- Point of sale operation
- Beverage preparation
- Conflict mediation
- Friendly and outgoing
- Direct Support Personnel
- Community Based Support Worker
Timeline
Hostess and Server Assistant
315 Cuisine
04.2025 - 09.2025
Personal Care Assistant
Consumer Direct Care Network
01.2025 - Current
Personal Assistant
Navigating your Healing LLC
02.2024 - 07.2025
Barista and Cafe Associate
The Culinary Stone
01.2024 - 03.2025
Barista and Cafe Attendant
Fine Brewed Cafe
07.2023 - 12.2023
Social Media Marketing and Graphic Design Intern
Gizmo Cda
06.2022 - 07.2023
Associate of Science - Anthropology
North Idaho College