Ruben Bizarro
Newark,NJ/NYC
Summary
Young (20), ambitious and passionate, professional with a strong background in customer service and hospitality looking to grow and thrive in the restaurant industry. Proven to work under fast-paced environments and calm one's, known for honesty, communication skills, and positive attitude, and an eagerness to fail and learn. A goal-oriented kid trying to fill in the talent gap this industry much needs.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Supervisor
Van Leeuwen Artisan Ice Cream
Jersey City, NJ/NYC
08.2024 - 06.2026
- Served 100+ customers daily while up keeping entire 1,500 sq ft. restaurant with cleanliness and tracking inventory
- Worked alone in 3 different locations across North Jersey/NYC maintaining a 5-star rating for 2 years on Yelp
- Trained several new hires
Dishwasher/Handyman/Janitor
Freelance
NJ
12.2019 - Current
- Washing dishes for coordinated private events up to 300 people
- Knowledgeable in keeping businesses sustained and clean
- Capable of moving large loads for extended periods of time, not reaching high places
Restaurant Expeditor & Cashier
Vic's Cafe
Newark, NJ
06.2018 - 03.2020
- Oversaw dishes and served them personally to customers at 12 years
- Prepped vegetables, fruits for service
- Forever loyal with handling money
Education
Diploma - Restaurant & Culinary Management
The Institute of Culinary Education
New York City11-2026
Paused - Management
New Jersey City University
Jersey CityDegree - Visual Arts & Photography
Arts School
Newark06-2024
Volunteer - Culinary Basics
Legion of GoodWill
Newark2020
Skills
- Exceptional hospitality/customer service
- Food safety & organization
- Time, team collaboration, & money management
- Upselling techniques on check builders
- Event coordination
- Resilient (strong work ethic)
- POS systems, familiar with Microsoft, Google, Adobe
Certification
- NYC Food Protection Certificate
- Certified Food Handler - State Food Safety (NJ)
- Global Seal of Biliteracy
- OSHA Certified - Construction
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
French
Elementary
Timeline
Supervisor
Van Leeuwen Artisan Ice Cream
08.2024 - 06.2026
Dishwasher/Handyman/Janitor
Freelance
12.2019 - Current
Restaurant Expeditor & Cashier
Vic's Cafe
06.2018 - 03.2020
Diploma - Restaurant & Culinary Management
The Institute of Culinary Education
Paused - Management
New Jersey City University
Degree - Visual Arts & Photography
Arts School
Volunteer - Culinary Basics
Legion of GoodWill
Goal
Trying to break into and fit in the restaurant scene as a server who can excell with the support of a quality restaurant and team. Not only am I so ready to make mistakes and learn and test my ability, I want to pursue what I adore, which is hospitality and food, and support a dream of opening my own restaurateur. I may not know a fraction compared to your employees, but I am confident in my passion and ability to absorb and apply acquired knowledge.