Julian Ruiz
Smyrna,GA
Summary
Dynamic restaurant team member skilled in delivering exceptional customer experiences across diverse roles. Proven ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently while maintaining high standards of quality and service. Keen to utilize extensive experience in high-energy environments for new ventures
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Server Assistant
Terrain Cafe
Devon, Pennsylvania
08.2025 - 03.2026
- Supported servers in delivering food and beverage service efficiently during peak periods
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of dining areas and service stations to enhance guest experience
- Relocated from Pennsylvania to Georgia due to personal circumstances
Server/Hostess
Nudy's Cafe
Glen Mills, Pennsylvania
12.2024 - 07.2025
- Delivered exceptional customer service in fast-paced dining environment, enhancing guest experiences
- Resolved customer inquiries and issues promptly, ensuring high satisfaction levels
- Executed opening and closing duties, including setting up dining area and restocking supplies to maintain service readiness
Busser/Host
The Creamery of Kennett Square
Kennett Square, USA
12.2024 - 05.2025
- Bussed large crowds efficiently across various event spaces, ensuring cleanliness and organization throughout the venue.
- Monitored children's safety at ice rink, ensuring a secure environment and preventing accidents
- Worked part-time while balancing two jobs, demonstrating strong time management skills.
Barista/Cashier
Cafe Emis
Kennett Square, USA
11.2023 - 12.2024
- Trained new staff on coffee preparation and customer service standards
- Prepared and served coffee, espresso drinks, blended coffees and teas.
- Maintained clean work environment, ensuring compliance with health standards and improving customer experience
- Learned valuable time management and work ethic
Cook/Prep
Capriotti's Sandwich Shop
Kennett Square, USA
01.2023 - 10.2024
- Maintained consistent quality and accuracy in daily preparation of identical dishes
- Oversaw food inventory and ensured proper storage of ingredients and supplies to minimize waste
- Cooked items using grills, fryers, and broilers to meet daily service demands
Bus Boy
Byrsa Bistro
Kennett Square, USA
10.2021 - 08.2022
- Led team in fast-paced environment to maintain cleanliness by sweeping, restocking, wiping down walls, and scrubbing tables
- Transported bus tubs and carts to kitchen, ensuring efficient dishwashing and managing waste removal and water refills
Dishwasher
La Verona
Kennett Square, USA
11.2021 - 06.2022
- Operated industrial dishwashers to clean plates, glasses, silverware, and cooking utensils
- Collaborated with team members to streamline dishwashing processes during peak hours
Cashier/Customer Service
State Street Grill
Kennett Square, USA
10.2020 - 08.2021
- Processed transactions and addressed customer complaints to ensure satisfaction
- Managed cash register operations and reconciled daily cash drawers for accuracy
- Guided customers with menu selections and accommodated special requests for enhanced experience
Education
High school diploma -
Kennett High School
Kennett Square, PA06-2025
Skills
- Serving Experience
- Food Presentation
- Point of Sale
- Sanitation Practices
- Food Safety Practices
- Cooking
- Kitchen Experience
- Cash Handling
- Cashiering
- Goal orientation
- Host/Hostess
- Server support
- Time Management
- Shift flexibility
- Working under pressure
- Reliability and punctuality
- Server assistance
- Conflict mediation
- Cleaning Experience
- Food Production
- Cocktail knowledge
- Beverage Service
Affiliations
- Eagle Scout Troop 53 Kennett Square PA, (2022)
- Volunteer, SPCA, West Chester PA, (2020-2022)
- Camp Counselor/Volunteer, Wipeout at Willowdale Chapel, Kennett Square PA, (2018-2022)
- Road Side Cleanup Volunteer, BSA ,Kennett Square PA (2016-2022)
- Volunteer selling Christmas Trees, Troop 53 BSA, Kennett Square PA (2016-2022)
- Mushroom Festival Volunteer, Kennett Square PA, (2018-2020)
Timeline
Server Assistant
Terrain Cafe
08.2025 - 03.2026
Server/Hostess
Nudy's Cafe
12.2024 - 07.2025
Busser/Host
The Creamery of Kennett Square
12.2024 - 05.2025
Barista/Cashier
Cafe Emis
11.2023 - 12.2024
Cook/Prep
Capriotti's Sandwich Shop
01.2023 - 10.2024
Dishwasher
La Verona
11.2021 - 06.2022
Bus Boy
Byrsa Bistro
10.2021 - 08.2022
Cashier/Customer Service
State Street Grill
10.2020 - 08.2021
High school diploma -
Kennett High School