Joshua Xicotencatl
Elmhurst,NY
Summary
I am a responsible, reliable, respectful, and self-motivated individual. I can work well under pressure, can multi-task, and always respond with a positive attitude to any challenging situation.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Busser
Carmines
New York, NY
06.2025 - 03.2026
- Ensured dining area cleanliness and organization to enhance guest experience.
- Assisted servers in delivering food and beverages promptly during peak hours.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to maintain efficient workflow and timely service.
- Trained new bussers on proper cleaning techniques and restaurant protocols.
- Monitored supply levels of utensils, napkins, and condiments for seamless operations.
- Implemented strategies for improved table turnover rates during busy shifts.
- 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.
Busser/Runner
Sotto 13
New York, NY
02.2021 - 05.2025
- Assisted with moving tables, chairs, and other restaurant service equipment within dining rooms.
- Provided respectful and courteous bussing services while operating within active dining rooms.
- Reset used tables within prescribed timeframes to expedite turnover and increase available dining room space.
- Collaborated with team members to address emergent dining room situations and fill gaps in duty schedules.
- 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.
- Transported dirty utensils, dishes and trays to kitchen to help team stay on top of cleaning.
- Kept close eye on customers to quickly spot leaving guests and clear tables for future patrons.
- Developed excellent relationships with managers and fellow team members to support team success and positive work environment.
- Delivered smooth and timely service to customers by offering additional silverware, extra napkins and cleaning spills.
- Trained new staff in bussing and cleaning procedures.
- Pitched in extra hours and helped other staff during unexpected times of high volume to improve seating availability and food delivery to tables.
Delivery Driver
Amazon
Maspeth, NY
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Reviewed route and ensured to carefully load or unload correct packages.
- Utilize excellent time management skills to ensure that orders are received on time.
- Maintained the cleanliness of the trucks to ensure goods were transported in an acceptable environment.
- Performed routine maintenance checks on trucks.
- Regularly heavy lifting up to 70 pound packages.
- Applying safe driving and delivery protocols during all delivery routes.
- Friendly and professional attitude with customers and teammates.
Maintenance Engineer
Marie Robinson Salon
New York, NY
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Independently worked on projects, while offering process coordination and cooperation with other teams.
- Performed basic and semi-skilled work under supervision and instruction from management.
- Removed old sinks, toilets and pipes in preparation for installation of new fixtures.
- Organized and moved materials from truck to job site to support project requirements.
- Followed safety practices with tools and general behaviors to prevent accidents and safeguard equipment.
- Unclogged sinks and toilets for customers using tools and drain cleaners. Measured, threaded and cut materials to correct angles.
Busser
Toloache
New York, NY
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Reset used tables within prescribed timeframes to expedite turnover and increase available dining room space.
- Performed pre-bussing duties such as vacuuming surrounding floors and removing large waste.
- Participated in pre-staging dining rooms for meals, arranging tables according to restaurant policies.
- Collaborated with team members to address emergent dining room situations and fill gaps in duty schedules.
- 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.
- Transported dirty utensils, dishes and trays to kitchen to help team stay on top of cleaning.
- Worked well in diverse team settings by partnering with others to complete tasks.
- Organized and cleaned assigned sections by sanitizing and cleaning table, counter and kitchen surfaces.
- Trained new staff in bussing and cleaning procedures.
Education
High School Diploma -
Long Island City High School
LIC, NY01.2019
Skills
- Time management
- Multi tasking
- Customer service
- Team collaborative
- Problem solver
- Organized
- Punctual
- Adaptable
Timeline
Busser
Carmines
06.2025 - 03.2026
Delivery Driver
Amazon
01.2023 - 01.2024
Maintenance Engineer
Marie Robinson Salon
01.2022 - 01.2023
Busser/Runner
Sotto 13
02.2021 - 05.2025
Busser
Toloache
01.2019 - 01.2020
High School Diploma -
Long Island City High School