Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Certification
Interests
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Samantha Barrios

Eustis,FL

Summary

To enhance my educational and professional skills in a stable and dynamic workplace. Customer-oriented Wait Staff Member with experience in service industry. Excellent interpersonal communication skills with focus on guest satisfaction when interacting with patrons. Licensed for preparation and sale of alcoholic beverages, bar procedures, and liquor laws.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Cocktail Server

AC Hotel by Marriott
08.2025 - Current
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs. Enhanced my education in spirits and cocktail knowledge.

Osteria Italian Kitchen
02.2020 - Current
  • I work as a head waitress at an Italian styled restaurant although I started out as a hostess/buster. I now help manage the front of house and deal with any day to day issues. I have remained full time through school semesters and COVID19 protocols.

Daycare Teacher

Stepping Stones Academy
04.2025 - 08.2025
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
  • Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Implemented curriculum to enhance classes with learning-focused activities.
  • Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
  • Taught hand washing and proper use of utensils to promote good hygiene and etiquette habits.

Bartender

Omni Hotels & Resorts
02.2023 - 02.2025
  • Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
  • Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
  • Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
  • Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.

BOH Team Member

Little Greek Prep/FOH
09.2020 - 09.2021
  • I was in charge of all food prep Monday through Friday, keeping everything stocked. Here I learned kitchen protocols and how the quick serve food industry is run within restaurants.
  • Unloaded and stocked kitchen supplies.
  • Maintained and sanitized service stations, prep areas, and countertops.
  • Performed shift side work as necessary to maintain kitchen output during peak service times.
  • Performed daily cleaning and maintenance tasks to keep kitchen clean and organized.
  • Maintained updated certifications in food safety and sanitation regulations.

Helicopter Crew Chief

LEADING EDGE HELICOPTERS
07.2017 - 01.2020
  • Employer: Pablo Hernandez
  • On an average shift I will work as customer service, salesman, cashier, photographer and loader. I learned how to manage customers and multi-task.
  • Enforced strict safety protocols to protect crew members.
  • Directed aircraft fueling, loading and unloading operations.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.

Retail Sales Associate

TJ Maxx
01.2018 - 04.2018
  • I worked here a short time but in this time I learned how bigger companies and operations maintain their day-to-day work and how to fit in with teamwork objectives.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Greeted customers and provided outstanding customer service.
  • Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
  • Developed strong rapport with customers and created positive impression of business.
  • Created inviting environment for customers by maintaining store organization and cleanliness.

Education

Associate of Arts - Architecture

Valencia College
Orlando, FL
05-2025

High School Student -

Ridge Community High School
Davenport, FL
05.2019

Skills

  • I am a dependable, reliable, prompt, trustworthy, good with numbers/math and respectful Am good with Windows programs
  • High volume dining
  • Lesson planning
  • Point of sale (POS) system operations
  • Customer service
  • Food safety
  • Craft cocktails
  • Cash handling
  • Banquet coordination
  • Bartending proficiency
  • Wine service
  • Safe food handling
  • Preschool educator

Certification

  • Safe Serve Certified
  • TIPS Certified
  • CPR Certified (Heartsaver Pediatric First Aid CPR AED)
  • Abuse Prevention
  • Back Safety
  • Bloodborne Pathogens and HIV (Human)
  • Child Abuse Prevention and Awareness
  • Emergency First Aid
  • Reducing Foodborne Illness Risk Factors in Food Service and Retail Establishments
  • Fire Safety
  • Hazard Communication
  • Slips, Trips and Falls Prevention




Interests

  • High-Intensity Interval Training
  • Yoga
  • Enjoy participating in hiking for overall physical and mental well-being
  • Gym Workouts
  • Committed to improving personal fitness through regular participation in powerlifting
  • Drawing and Painting
  • Creative Writing
  • Music

Timeline

Cocktail Server

AC Hotel by Marriott
08.2025 - Current

Daycare Teacher

Stepping Stones Academy
04.2025 - 08.2025

Bartender

Omni Hotels & Resorts
02.2023 - 02.2025

BOH Team Member

Little Greek Prep/FOH
09.2020 - 09.2021

Osteria Italian Kitchen
02.2020 - Current

Retail Sales Associate

TJ Maxx
01.2018 - 04.2018

Helicopter Crew Chief

LEADING EDGE HELICOPTERS
07.2017 - 01.2020

Associate of Arts - Architecture

Valencia College

High School Student -

Ridge Community High School