Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Languages
Affiliations
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Julianna Cerulli

Millersville,MD

Summary

Hardworking professional with proven relationship-building and time management skills in fast-paced restaurant environments. Successful at handling tables of all sizes with accuracy and impeccable service skills. Strives to meet customer needs, drive satisfaction and promote long-term loyalty.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Chef Intern

The Ritz Carlton Resort
Honolulu, HI
01.2025 - 05.2025
  • Collaborated with head chef to develop creative dishes using seasonal produce.
  • Rotated food stocks, using older items first and tossing expired products.
  • Monitored team workload to prevent burnout and ensure equitable task distribution.
  • Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.

Junior Assistant Chef

Best Impression
Charlotte, NC
08.2023 - 02.2025
  • Communicated effectively with team members regarding daily tasks assigned in the kitchen.
  • Used proper cleaning supplies and methods to disinfect counters where raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs had been prepared.
  • Helped management stay on top of supply needs by sharing information about low or spoiled inventory.
  • Monitored food temperatures to ensure safe consumption for customers.

Cocktail Server

Hooters
Charlotte, NC
01.2024 - 05.2024
  • Cleaned tables after service and quickly resetting supplies to maintain restaurant and service flow.
  • Took reservations and to-go orders to streamline process for both customer and restaurant.
  • Assessed patrons' needs to always provide proactive service.
  • Assisted in inventory control and restocking of bar supplies and ingredients.

Chef

Sand Castle Resort
St. Croix, USVI
05.2023 - 07.2023
  • Conducted frequent line checks to keep food at proper temperatures in holding zones.
  • Coordinated ordering, receiving, storage, and distribution of food items.
  • Supervised food preparation staff to deliver high-quality results.
  • Supervised kitchen food preparation in demanding, high-volume environments.
  • Liaised closely with kitchen and front-of-house personnel.

Beach Waitress

Sand Castle Resort
St. Croix, USVI
12.2022 - 05.2023
  • Set up tables in between patrons to reduce wait times.
  • Checked identification to verify if guests meet minimum age to legally purchase or consume alcoholic beverages.
  • Presented food and beverages to guests at tables.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of wine selection, pairings, vintages.
  • Presented menus and answered questions regarding items.

Cocktail Server

The Greene Turtle Sports Bar & Grille
Gambrills, MD
12.2021 - 12.2022
  • Circulated within assigned areas to assess and address customer needs, effectively prioritizing tasks during peak hours.
  • Maintained accurate cash handling practices while efficiently serving customers.
  • Filled condiments and napkin containers during slack periods.
  • Cleared tables quickly after guests departed.
  • Assisted in stocking bar area with beer, wine, spirits, paper products, straws and stirrers.
  • Developed rapport with regular customers to encourage repeat business.

Server

Ginger Cove Assistant Living
Annapolis, MD
03.2022 - 06.2022
  • Satisfied customers by topping off drinks and offering condiments, napkins and other items.
  • Implemented feedback from customers to improve service quality and menu offerings.
  • Presented menus and answered questions regarding items.
  • Accurately recorded orders on cash register and point-of-sale system.

Server

Brightview Assisted Living
Annapolis , MD
06.2020 - 12.2021
  • Checked with guests to get feedback on food served, resolve issues, bring additional items and refill beverages.
  • Implemented feedback from customers to improve service quality and menu offerings.
  • Promoted desserts, appetizers, and specialty drinks to optimize sales.
  • Communicated with hosts, bussers and kitchen staff to prepare for and serve customers.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts

Johnson & Wales University
Charlotte, NC
05-2025

High School Diploma -

Indian Creek School
Crownsville, MD
05-2022

Skills

  • Inventory management
  • Safety standards
  • Problem solving
  • Time management
  • Bar equipment use
  • Sales expertise

Accomplishments

  • Spanish Honor Society President
  • Tri-M Honor Society
  • National Honor Society
  • Key Club
  • Lifetime Award
  • STEM
  • Class President Senior Year
  • Honor Roll 3 Years
  • 4.95 High School GPA
  • 3.5 College GPA
  • Presidential Scholarship Award

Certification

  • ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification
  • ServSafe Alcohol Certification

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Full Professional

Affiliations

  • Lacrosse 12 years
  • Basketball 4 years
  • Equestrian 2 years

Timeline

Chef Intern

The Ritz Carlton Resort
01.2025 - 05.2025

Cocktail Server

Hooters
01.2024 - 05.2024

Junior Assistant Chef

Best Impression
08.2023 - 02.2025

Chef

Sand Castle Resort
05.2023 - 07.2023

Beach Waitress

Sand Castle Resort
12.2022 - 05.2023

Server

Ginger Cove Assistant Living
03.2022 - 06.2022

Cocktail Server

The Greene Turtle Sports Bar & Grille
12.2021 - 12.2022

Server

Brightview Assisted Living
06.2020 - 12.2021

Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts

Johnson & Wales University

High School Diploma -

Indian Creek School