Sarah

Female

Oakland, California

United States

Profile Information:

What is your position in the coffee industry?
barista, coffee enthusiast
Where are you located? ( City and Country )
Oakland, California USA
How many years have you been in the industry?
13
If you are a barista or shop, are you interested in a barista exchange with another coffee shop/barista?
yes
Tell us more about your coffee shop or barista skills.
lots of experience making coffee and serving customers. I love coffee and always interested in learning more. I love the culture and art of coffee.
What cities or countries are you interested in traveling to?
Spain, Chile, Peru, Buenos Aires, Mexico, New Zealand, Scotland, Ireland, Wales, Finland, France, Italy, England, Yugoslavia, Japan, Thailand, India. Everywhere really! I speak some Spanish and French.
About Me:
I love to write, draw and make things with my hands. I am very interested in alternative health and am studying Western Herbalism. I love food and cooking. I love nature in all forms. It's important to me to respect others. Aesthetics are important to me, color, movement, texture, taste, sound, smell. I love art, language, food, different cultures and history. I am a calm but passionate person. I'm happy to be alive!
About My Company:
I need a job!
What is your favorite thing about the coffee industry?
I love being in a cafe, whether working or hanging out. I love the constant stream of humanity that comes through, meeting others, exchanging ideas. Soaking in the environment.
Website:
http://www.linkedin.com/pub/sarah-l-stanwood/56/80b/b09

Comment Wall:

  • Steve Lanphier

    Hi Sarah and Welcome. I'm happy you chose Portland, it sounds like you will be able to carve out your niche quickly, we have a truly amazing local coffee scene here as I can se you are already aware of if you've been to Andrea's place...unfortunately, I no longer have my shop so I can't extend an invitation but am wondering if you have ever done any cupping? if you are interested, let me know and I'll tell you when I'm having one.-Mostly C.O.E. Brazils, a few others as well
    Also, check out Caffe' D'arte at SE 15th & Weidler (by Lloyd Center), Drop off your resume' ask for Diana and tell her I said to come by and at least introduce yourself, express your passion and it will carry you well there-it's all about perfection.
    Cheers, Steve

    Nov 12, 2009

  • Alun Evans

    Hello Sarah. I would say Portland and Eugene cafe owners/staff are really well represented on BX. I am sure the contacts you can make through this site with those people should help you find employment in Portland. I guess its one of the greatthings about this site, the networking value and the friendships you can make. Good luck with the search.

    Dec 3, 2009