Danielle Meisler
Tucson
Summary
Danielle is a motivated, reliable and friendly individual with diverse work experiences. She is able to quickly learn whatever new skills and information is needed to perform her job well. Danielle has most recently been working as a barista, as well as pursuing creative endeavors in music and dance, after traveling for a year in Sri Lanka and India where she was involved in various volunteer and personal projects. Danielle received her Masters of Public Health, having focused on community health program planning, implementation and evaluation, with a special orientation to mental health, healing arts and youth development. Danielle enjoys food service and customer service where she can utilize her skills, value on beautiful food presentation, and her warm and attentive demearnor to provide wonderful experiences for people.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Barista and Cafe Associate
Cafe Mimosa
Topanga, CA
11.2025 - 02.2026
- Prepared a large menu beverages as well as food, following standard recipes and customer preferences
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations and cafe area
- Provided friendly, timely, professional and hospitable customer service in a consistent manner
- Worked efficiently, strategically and collaboratively with coworkers
- Completed all closing tasks independently, including cleaning espresso machine, taking inventory, restocking, and preparing food for the next day
- Assisted in training new barista on equipment operation, POS system, beverage and food recipes and preparation, and cafe closing procedures
Facilitator/DJ
Los Angeles Dance Collective
Los Angeles, CA
01.2023 - 02.2026
- Facilitator of community free-form dance sessions for emotional and somatic expression, release and healing through music and movement
- Participated in the Collective board meetings and strategizing for community satisfaction, sustainability and growth
Music Therapy Group Facilitator
Montare Behavioral Health
Los Angeles, CA
09.2023 - 08.2024
- Facilitated therapeutic groups in mental health treatment programs and supported clients with mental health diagnoses including PTSD, depression and bipolar disorder (primarily US military veterans)
- Planned and implemented activities that use music to promote mindfulness, emotional awareness and regulation, creative self expression, connectedness to others, vulnerability and play
- Documented and tracked Clients' progression using electronic medical system, and communicated with the other clinical team members when necessary
Barista
Starbucks
Los Angeles, CA
11.2020 - 08.2021
- Prepared a variety of beverages following standardized recipes and customer preferences
- Provided friendly, efficient and professional customer service at all times, including during periods of long lines and high volume of orders
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations and cafe seating areas
- Closed the cafe at night, performing all closing tasks including cleaning espresso machines and other equipment, inventory, and preparing the store for the next day
Fundraiser and Advocate
One Voice Fundraising
New York, NY
04.2019 - 09.2019
- Raised funds for Childfund International
- Advocacy through storytelling and fact sharing about human rights
- Promoted child sponsorship program
- Set and achieve personal and team goals weekly
Bakery Associate
Crown Supermarket
West Hartford, CT
06.2016 - 01.2018
- Provided excellent customer service, including at the bakery counter packaging and boxing baked goods appropriately, as well as taking order over the phone and keeping track of orders
- Created platters for events and larger orders
- Monitored baked goods to ensure freshness and replace stock and communicate with kitchen staff
- Maintained cleanliness and hygiene in all work areas
- Both opening and closing shifts
- Assisted in training new bakery staff on job functions, products, proper display, and opening and closing of the bakery
Education
Master of Public Health - Community Health Sciences
University of California Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA01.2023
Bachelors of Arts - Health: Science, Society, and Policy, Italian Studies
Brandeis University
01.2017
Skills
- Extensive childcare experiences
- Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL Level 3)
- Friendly and enjoys engaging with the public
- Strong attention to detail
- Works well both independently and collaboratively in a team
- POS and Cash Register operations, and end-of-day cash out
- Excellent Interpersonal communication
- Receptivity to feedback
- Ability to learn and apply new skills quickly
Timeline
Barista and Cafe Associate
Cafe Mimosa
11.2025 - 02.2026
Music Therapy Group Facilitator
Montare Behavioral Health
09.2023 - 08.2024
Facilitator/DJ
Los Angeles Dance Collective
01.2023 - 02.2026
Barista
Starbucks
11.2020 - 08.2021
Fundraiser and Advocate
One Voice Fundraising
04.2019 - 09.2019
Bakery Associate
Crown Supermarket
06.2016 - 01.2018
Bachelors of Arts - Health: Science, Society, and Policy, Italian Studies
Brandeis University
Master of Public Health - Community Health Sciences
University of California Los Angeles