Joseph Raul Rivera Almeida
London,United Kingdom
Summary
Hi there! I’m Joseph, an energetic and customer-focused waiter with over two years of experience in amazing restaurants like Bob Bob Ricard Soho and Roka. I’m passionate about making every dining experience special and love working in fast-paced environments. I’m fluent in Spanish and English, can hold my own in Italian, and thrive connecting with people around the world. I’m also super flexible with hours and always ready to jump in and help when it’s busy. Let’s work together to create unforgettable moments for your guests!
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Waiter
Roka(Mayfair, Aldwych, Santorini)
London, United kingdom
07.2023 - 12.2024
- Provided warm, attentive service in high-end dining across multiple Roka locations.
- Took part in a 3-4 month pop-up at Roka Santorini and became the waiter with the most glowing reviews from guests.
- Adapted quickly to new teams and environments, always keeping service standards high.
- Helped customers choose the best dishes and drinks to suit their preferences, creating memorable experiences.
Commis waiter
Bob Bob Ricard Soho
London, United Kingdom
09.2022 - 01.2023
- Supported the team in delivering top-notch dining experiences at one of London’s most iconic restaurants.
- Set up tables beautifully and made sure everything ran smoothly behind the scenes.
- Resolved guest complaints promptly and professionally, notifying restaurant management of concerns.
- Polished glasses and cutlery to pristine standards.
- Served meals and drinks with professionalism and skill, maintaining high presentation and quality standards.
- Restocked frequently used items including clean napkins, tablecloths and cutlery roll-ups and maintained a clean server station.
Education
A-Levels - Mathematics-A Spanish-A* Italian-A*
St Thomas the Apostle
LondonSkills
- Friendly and professional customer service
- Staying cool under pressure
- Helping guests with menu and wine choices
- Team player with a positive attitude
- Fluent in Spanish and English; conversational in Italian
- Reliable and flexible with time management
Languages
English
Fluent
Spanish
Native
Italian
Intermediate
Additional Information
I usually work 30-35 hours a week but can step up to 40-45 hours when needed.
References:
Roka Santorini- m.galvez@rokarestaurant.com
Roka London- l.georgiu@rokarestaurant.com
BobBobRicard- michel.tran@bobbobricard.com
Timeline
Waiter
Roka(Mayfair, Aldwych, Santorini)
07.2023 - 12.2024
Commis waiter
Bob Bob Ricard Soho
09.2022 - 01.2023
A-Levels - Mathematics-A Spanish-A* Italian-A*
St Thomas the Apostle
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