Jake Squillaro
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Proven leader with a track record of enhancing team productivity and morale at the Greater Philadelphia YMCA. A hard worker who is motivated to succeed in any setting. Excelled in team building and problem-solving, significantly improving workflow processes and communication. Skilled in coaching, fostering collaboration, and active listening, consistently achieving high levels of camper satisfaction and team efficiency. Inherits a deep passion for helping others by talking through issues and wants to use psychology to positively influence mental health.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Food Server
Foosackley's
Tuscaloosa, AL
11.2023 - 04.2026
- Delivered exceptional customer service in a fast-paced environment.
- Managed multiple tables efficiently while maintaining attention to detail.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely order delivery and accuracy.
- Monitored dining area cleanliness, ensuring compliance with health regulations.
- Handled customer inquiries and resolved issues to enhance dining experience.
Summer Camp Unit Leader
Greater Philadelphia YMCA
Ambler, PA
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Guided team to increase productivity by implementing efficient workflow processes.
- Coordinated scheduling for team members to ensure optimal coverage and support.
- Enhanced team communication with weekly meetings and updates.
- Improved team morale by recognizing achievements and providing constructive feedback.
Summer Camp Counselor
Greater Philadelphia YMCA
Ambler, PA
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Supported children by actively listening and offering encouragement.
- Organized and guided group activities by leading, coaching, and participating with campers.
Busser and Host
Enza Pizzeria
Wyndmoor, PA
07.2021 - 08.2022
- Reset and cleaned tables quickly to prepare for new customers.
- Collected trash, wiped up spills, and removed trays to maintain fresh and clean customer areas.
- Worked quickly, communicated with other staff and always looked for better ways of completing tasks to improve productivity and keep tables ready for incoming guests.
- Completed side work duties, ensuring that all necessary supplies were stocked for shift success.
Summer Camp Counselor
Flourtown Summer Day Camp
Flourtown, PA
06.2020 - 08.2020
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Supported children by actively listening and offering encouragement.
- Organized and guided group activities by leading, coaching, and participating with campers.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL05-2026
High School Diploma -
La Salle College High School
Wyndmoor, PA05-2022
Skills
- Team building
- Communication skills
- Employee motivation
- Collaboration skills
- Problem-solving
- Coaching skills
- Team leadership
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Active listening
Accomplishments
- Promoted in the beginning of summer for YMCA (2024)
- Lead and collaborated with a team of counselors and the site director
- Made a lot of campers happy with a collaborative and fun environment
- Ensured high quality customer service to customers by working with a positive attitude and by being attentive to store issues
- Earned the Charles Parker Yarborough Jr. Endowed Scholarship for scholastic excllence at The University of Alabama
- Achieved a semester GPA of 3.5 to qualify for the Dean's List at The University of Alabama three times
Timeline
Summer Camp Unit Leader
Greater Philadelphia YMCA
05.2024 - 08.2024
Food Server
Foosackley's
11.2023 - 04.2026
Summer Camp Counselor
Greater Philadelphia YMCA
06.2023 - 08.2023
Busser and Host
Enza Pizzeria
07.2021 - 08.2022
Summer Camp Counselor
Flourtown Summer Day Camp
06.2020 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
The University of Alabama
High School Diploma -
La Salle College High School