Jacob Aguilar
New York,NY
Summary
A hardworking native New Yorker taking time off from school to build a career in the professional job industry. Dutiful, respectful, and detail-oriented. Extensive experience in hospitality and customer service. Proven record of courteous service while anticipating the needs of others. Encouraging and professional. Ability to improve surrounding environment, promote teamwork, and deliver quality service. References available upon request.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Counselor-in-Training
New York Presbyterian Cornell - Weill Center
11.2025 - 12.2025
- Attended a 6-week training program to develop emotional regulation skills for crisis intervention
- Engaged in team-building and scenario reconstruction with highly trained professionals
- Participated in multidisciplinary approaches such as talk-therapy, art-therapy, and mindfulness to improve collective soft skills and expertise
- Provided feedback during group discussions to enhance learning and material retention
Bartender
The Queen’s Head Pub
09.2021 - 12.2025
- Worked as a bartender at a college town pub; tasked with serving tap beer, keeping and restocking inventory, cash handling, and bar station management.
- Assisted with gear management and set up during open-mics and live performances
- Created and led weekly pub trivia nights; creating games with engaging, original questions and categories.
- Trained and mentored staff through bar, host, and kitchen duties
- Experienced busy nights serving over one-hundred customers at a time
- Worked grills, ovens, and industrial dishwasher during kitchen shifts
- Gained communication, customer-services, and teamwork skills
Grant Writing Intern
The Mexican Coalition
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Conducted thorough research on funding opportunities to identify potential grant sources.
- Drafted and edited grant proposals, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and funder requirements.
- Collaborated with team members to gather necessary data and documentation for grant applications.
- Created a novel excel database to organize grant proposals
- Assisted in developing project budgets that align with funding guidelines and expectations.
- Participated in local canvassing to promote the Mexican coalition’s activities and outreach
- Developed organizational, editing, and team-work skills
- Improved diplomatic and interpersonal skills
Full-time Nanny
Private Family
09.2020 - 09.2021
- Managed childcare and housekeeping responsibilities as a nanny of three elementary school-aged children during the Covid-19 pandemic.
- Received calls, took messages, and performed other daily administrative tasks for the family.
- Worked daily with respect, passion, and dutifulness.
- Created engaging non-technology based activities to keep kids active and entertained during the pandemic .
- Supervised daily activities including field games, outdoor time, and narrative-based indoor games, ensuring safety and engagement in educational play.
- Assisted the children with remote school by providing homework help and supervising independent work.
- Prepared lunch and performed household cleaning chores on a daily basis.
Farm Hand
The Hotchkiss School
09.2017 - 02.2020
- Cultivated and harvested organic produce, contributing to school farm’s seasonal yield.
- Maintained livestock, including feeding and cleaning, ensuring animal welfare standards.
- Assisted with daily operations, including soil preparation, weeding, and irrigation.
- Developed strong time management and adaptability skills working in diverse farm conditions.
Education
High school diploma -
The Hotchkiss School
Lakeville, CTSkills
- Resourceful
- Adaptable
- Detail-oriented
- Goal-driven
- Experienced customer service
- Strong time and calendar management
- Online data entry and POS system management
- Python and JavaScript proficiency
- Excel and Powerpoint proficiency
- Multicultural competence
- Empathetic and resilient
Certification
- Allergy Awareness Training, National Restaurant Association - 2022-2027
- Crowd Manager Training, Commonwealth of Massachussetts - 2022-2025
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Limited Working
Interests
- Youth Development Programs
- Volunteer Work
- LGBTQ Organizations
- First-Gen Programs
- Latinx Community Outreach
Timeline
Counselor-in-Training
New York Presbyterian Cornell - Weill Center
11.2025 - 12.2025
Grant Writing Intern
The Mexican Coalition
06.2024 - 08.2024
Bartender
The Queen’s Head Pub
09.2021 - 12.2025
Full-time Nanny
Private Family
09.2020 - 09.2021
Farm Hand
The Hotchkiss School
09.2017 - 02.2020
High school diploma -
The Hotchkiss School