SAMANTHA POLCARI

I’m a passionate traveler with a deep love for discovering new places and cultures, always on the hunt for my next “home away from home.” Over the past five years, I’ve worked in a fast-paced restaurant on the Jersey Shore, saving up to fuel my winter adventures. During this time, I’ve visited eight countries, some multiple times, immersing myself in diverse experiences that continue to inspire my journey. When planning a trip, I prioritize, adventure, local cuisine, culture and relaxation.

Places I have visited & Planned:

• France: Hossegor
• Italy: Montefalcione, Candida, Rome
• Portugal: Porto, Nazare, Peniche, Lisbon, Lagos, Albufeira, Faro
• Spain: Seville, Granada, Costa Calida, Valencia, Barcelona, Bilbao, San Sebastian, Madrid
• England: London
• Bahamas: Nassau
• Guatemala: El Paredon
• Costa Rica: Santa Teresa
• Mexico: Sayulita
• Puerto Rico: San Juan, Rincon
• States: NJ, NY, PA, VT, NH, MA, CT, RI, MD, DE, VA, NC, SC, GA, FL, HI, NV, AZ, CA

• I run a plant based blog on instagram sharing home made plant based recipes with high-quality ingredients inspired from my travels around the world. (soulfoodbysam)
• I have a travel document of each detail of every trip I have been on to send it to other people when they travel to the same spot.
• I plan trips in my free time and create full itineraries with hotels, flights, excursions, and restaurants to price out different locations incase I or somebody I know wants to travel to that specific place.
• Won team challenge for highest check averages, most specials sold and highest dessert sales.
• Work weddings, events and VIP parties.
• Recognized for consistency, ambition, and work ethic.
• My restaurant knowledge test was used as an example for new employees.
• Extensive knowledge on Toast POS systems including updating buttons, inventory check, splitting bills, and gift cards.