kurt's Barista journey

dunkin' - where it began

2015 - 2018

My Barista journey began in June of 2015 - I had just graduated high school and was looking for a job. I was passionate about coffee and was excited for the opportunity to work as a barista and grow my coffee knowledge. In 2017 I was given the opportunity to transfer to a new location opening in town and stayed until December of 2018. 

During my tenure, I helped train employees, assisted management with inventory and ordering, managed cash deposits, oversaw shift operations to ensure everything was running smoothly- along with anything else they needed. I was a "jack of all trades" and learned everything I possibly could. 


scooters coffee

2019 - 2020

During the course of my employment with Scooters Coffee, I learned more about the operational side of a coffee shop. Since the location was locally owned, I often worked independently, which taught me effective managerial and time management skills. 

One thing I greatly enjoyed learning about was the art of espresso - Scooters has an extensive espresso menu and the owners encouraged creativity when it came to making drinks. 

starbucks - marriott 

2022 - 2023 

In 2022, I was hired to open and oversee a licensed Starbucks location inside of the brand-new Courtyard by Marriott in Titusville, FL. 



STARBUCKS - CORPORATE

2023 - PRESENT

I began my corporate Starbucks journey in June of 2023. A couple of months later, I was given the opportunity to work at locations throughout my district while my home location received a renovation. In November 2024, I was a part of the re-opening team and have been crafting delicious beverages at that location ever since!