Gabrielle Vasquez

As a server at Zuru Ramen, my primary role is to ensure a positive and seamless dining experience for customers. This includes greeting guests with a friendly attitude, accurately taking food and drink orders, and delivering them promptly and professionally. I also check in with customers throughout their meal to ensure satisfaction and address any concerns. Additionally, I handle payments, process tips, and maintain a clean and organized dining area. During opening, I ensure the dining area is properly set up by arranging tables, refilling condiments, and ensuring all utensils and glassware are clean and ready for use. At closing, I clean and reset tables, ensure all checks are processed, and clear any remaining dishes or glassware. I also make sure the restaurant is tidy, checking that all equipment is turned off, and assist in any closing tasks, such as restocking supplies or prepping for the next day’s service.

On June 24, 2024, I began my position at North Point Pool, where I gained valuable experience working within the office and contributing to the smooth operation of the facility. My responsibilities included assisting parents with signing up for swim classes, which required customer service skills, clear communication, and the ability to manage scheduling details efficiently. I was also entrusted with opening and closing the facility, a role that demanded a strong sense of responsibility, time management, and attention to security protocols. Additionally, I played an active role in maintaining a clean and organized office environment, ensuring that both staff and visitors had a welcoming and professional space. Another critical aspect of my role involved conducting inventory management for the facility, where I tracked and accounted for all items, from office supplies to pool equipment. Overall, my time at North Point Pool allowed me to develop a strong foundation in administrative support, customer service, and operational management while contributing to a team-focused environment

Between August 2023 and May 2024, I began to work as a cashier for Party City. Throughout my time there, I learned how to socialize with people, multitask and work under pressure. I greeted customers as they entered the store in a respectful, friendly, and professional manner. I helped them with their party and decorating needs. I have learned to balance my school and professional workloads and have a lot of patience with customers. My responsibilities while working at Party City were to attend to customers in a friendly manner, take care of mobile orders, prepare balloons for pickup, walk customers to parts of the store so they may find the items they are looking for, and offer decorating suggestions when customers are undecided. I worked closely with store managers and team members to ensure all work is completed before departing for the day and cleaning up the store during closing.