9810 Zelzah Ave

Northridge, CA, 91325

October 9, 2015

Mr. Jonathan Fox

Franchise Owner
Starbucks
11315 S Figueroa St
Los Angeles, CA, 90061
Dear Mr. Fox:
I was in Boyle Heights yesterday when I noticed the new Starbucks that is opening
near a high school campus. Your advertisement outside the store for a store
manager immediately caught my attention because my education and training
closely parallel your needs. I also spoke to one of your close friends, and my current
manager at Freudian Sip, Merilyn Mathews about the position and she believes I am
the perfect fit for the position.
I began to research the job duties a manager carries out which include efficiency in
team building, leadership experience, preparation planning, and some experience
with business. I have been working as a barista for a coffee house located inside
my college campus for over a year. I won an award for employee of the month my
3rd month of employment and two months later I was promoted to supervisor. As a
supervisor I gained leadership experience, usually working night shifts I would lead
my team. Duties as supervisor included counting money and calculating the profit,
making orders on supplies or food, keeping track of waste, assigning hours, and
training new employees (team members). What I am most proud of is the
relationship I have been able to establish with my co-workers. My subordinates tell
me that they look forward to coming into work, despite closing, and other workers
request to work when Im the leader on the floor.
Intensive course work at California State University, Northridge in management and
accounting has made me a proficient leader and employee. The demand in these
classes has taught me valuable assets that I am sure will be helpful for managing
your store. These classes have helped improve my customer skills and proficiency in
using software programs such as excel and word, which are necessary for
managers,
After you have examined the enclosed resume for details of my qualifications, I
would be happy to answer questions. Please call me at (323) 273-1051 to arrange
an interview at your convenience so that we may discuss how my supervisor
experience and interpersonal skills could contribute to your Starbucks.
Sincerely,
Carlos J. Cruz

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