Sequoia Barna-Ritter
Albuquerque
Summary
Professional hospitality specialist with robust experience in high-paced dining environments. Skilled in delivering exceptional customer service, managing tables efficiently, and ensuring guest satisfaction. Strong focus on teamwork, adaptability, and consistently achieving results. Known for reliability, effective communication, and positive attitude.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Construction Worker
Proving Ground Construction
Durango, CO
12.2025 - Current
- Operated machinery to assist in site work.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects within deadlines and safety regulations.
- Maintained tools and equipment, ensuring optimal performance and safety compliance.
- Assisted in framing, roofing, and drywall installation according to project specifications.
- Assisted in demolition and placement of tile.
- Help to paint interior and exterior homes.
Waiter's Assistant
Santacafe
Santa Fe, NM
07.2023 - 03.2026
- Supported wait staff by promptly delivering food and beverages to tables.
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and organization of dining area and service stations.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely order preparation and accuracy.
- Engaged with customers to provide exceptional service and address inquiries effectively.
- Cleared all plates and dishes as needed for each guest.
- Welcomed guests to maintain good connections with each guest.
- Supported wait staff by taking drink and desert orders as needed.
Customer Service Cashier
Alchemy Studio
Madrid, NM
01.2023 - 08.2025
- Processed customer transactions efficiently, ensuring accurate cash handling and minimal wait times.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints, enhancing overall satisfaction and loyalty.
- Maintained a clean and organized checkout area, promoting a positive shopping environment.
- Assisted in training new cashiers on operational procedures and customer service standards.
Host
Santacafe
Santa Fe, NM
11.2024 - 05.2025
- Managed guest seating arrangements to optimize flow and minimize wait times.
- Trained new hosts on operational procedures and customer service best practices.
- Coordinated with servers and kitchen staff to ensure timely service delivery.
- Handled guest inquiries and resolved issues to enhance overall dining experience.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mandela International Magnet School
Santa Fe, NM05.2025
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Heavy lifting
- Construction
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration
- Painting and finishing
- Equipment operation
- Basic carpentry
- Truck loading
- Team-oriented and dependable
- Flooring installation
- Materials loading
- Worksite preparation
- Site preparation
- Demolition experience
- Drywall hanging
- Equipment maintenance
- Customer service
- Multitasking proficiency
- Effective time management
- Team player mentality
- Adaptable to change
- Exceptional communication
- Detail-oriented
- Professional appearance
- POS software
- Server support
- Telephone reception
- Guest relations
- Safe food handling
- Time management
- Regulatory compliance
- Table setting
- Menu memorization
- Cash handling
- Order taking
- Table bussing
- Tableside service
- Dining area maintenance
- Conflict resolution
Certification
- Licensed Food Handler.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Construction Worker
Proving Ground Construction
12.2025 - Current
Host
Santacafe
11.2024 - 05.2025
Waiter's Assistant
Santacafe
07.2023 - 03.2026
Customer Service Cashier
Alchemy Studio
01.2023 - 08.2025
High School Diploma -
Mandela International Magnet School