Alexandru Botnari
Bryce Canyon City,UT
Summary
Dedicated hospitality professional with long-term experience growing within a single organization. Started at entry-level roles and advanced through multiple departments to leadership positions through reliability, strong work ethic, and people skills. Over a decade of customer service experience in resort, casual, and fine dining environments. Former restaurant manager with hands-on leadership experience, currently serving on the floor. Licensed EMT and ski instructor, firefighter in progress, known for calm decision-making and accountability.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Restaurant Manager
Ruby’s Inn
Bryce Canyon, UT
01.2023
- Promoted to restaurant manager based on consistent performance and leadership
- Led daily front-of-house operations, staff coordination, and service flow
- Supported team members during busy shifts and resolved guest concerns professionally
- Ensured cleanliness, organization, and adherence to service and safety standards
Fine Dining Server
Prime Italian Restaurant
Chicago, IL
01.2022
- Delivered polished, high-level service in a fine dining urban restaurant
- Maintained strong menu knowledge and attention to guest experience
Fine Dining Server
Bangkok Thai Restaurant
Park City, UT
01.2019
- Provided attentive, personalized service while balancing a second job
Ski Instructor
Deer Valley Resort
Park City, UT
01.2019
- Instructed guests of all ages and skill levels with focus on safety and enjoyment
Server / Front-of-House Team Member
Ruby’s Inn
Bryce Canyon, UT
01.2013 - Current
- Over 8 years of experience delivering warm, attentive service in a high-volume tourist environment
- Worked across multiple roles including host, cashier, stocker, busser, supervisor, and server
- Built long-term guest relationships and maintained consistent service standards
- Comfortable with POS systems, cash handling, and fast-paced service
Education
Bachelor’s Degree - Engineering & Construction Management
Technical University of Moldova
Chisinau04.2012
Master of Science - Real Estate
Technical University of Moldova
Chisinau, Moldova04.2013
No Degree - EMT
Garfield County EMT Class
Escalante, UT05.2025
No Degree - Firefighter 1
Garfield County FFI
Bryce Canyon City, UT04.2026
Skills
- Customer Service & Guest Experience, Team Leadership & Support, Restaurant Operations, Cash Handling & POS Systems, Conflict Resolution, Multitasking in Fast-Paced Environments, Cleanliness & Safety Standards, Reliability & Accountability
- Point of sale (POS) system operation
- Operations management
- Organization and prioritization
- Complaint resolution
- Staff scheduling
- Team management
- Staff management
- Customer engagement
- Inventory control and record keeping
Certification
- EMT (Emergency Medical Technician) – Licensed
- Ski Instructor – Licensed
- Firefighter I – Licensed
Languages
Spanish
Elementary
English
Full Professional
Romanian
Native or Bilingual
Russian
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Restaurant Manager
Ruby’s Inn
01.2023
Fine Dining Server
Prime Italian Restaurant
01.2022
Fine Dining Server
Bangkok Thai Restaurant
01.2019
Ski Instructor
Deer Valley Resort
01.2019
Server / Front-of-House Team Member
Ruby’s Inn
01.2013 - Current
Bachelor’s Degree - Engineering & Construction Management
Technical University of Moldova
Master of Science - Real Estate
Technical University of Moldova
No Degree - EMT
Garfield County EMT Class
No Degree - Firefighter 1
Garfield County FFI