Xavier Cruz
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Xavier Cruz

XAVIER CRUZ

NORTH HILLS, CA 91343 | C:------------ | CRUZX------------

Summary
High volume waiter/fitness enthusiast with background in high stress and physically demanding environments looking to join a growing entrepreneurial and professional organization as part of an ambitious go-getting team. Seeking to build relationships and experience in multiple areas for personal growth and success.
Skills
• Nutrition and weight loss management
• Strength and conditioning
• Current fitness trends knowledge
• Safety-conscious • Food safety understanding
• Effective sales techniques
• High-volume dining

Experience
Personal Trainer Jan 2020 to Mar 2020
Ironlife Athletics ? ORLANDO, FL
• Supplied clients with list of exercises and activities.
• Communicated with clients to determine goals and performed client assessments.
• Arranged motivational exercise programs to promote healthy lifestyle choices.
• Studied multiple programs to provide health education, wellness and fitness program development to clients.
• Assisted clients with coming up with reasonable diets and nutritional guidelines.

Waiter Mar 2017 to Mar 2020
Santiago's Bodega ? ORLANDO, FL
• Updated repeat customers on menu changes and updates to maintain quality service relationships.
• Completed thorough and accurate opening and closing duties to facilitate smooth restaurant operations.
• Applied safe food handling and optimal cleaning strategies to protect customers and maintain proper sanitation.
• Addressed any concerns or complaints quickly to improve service and escalated more advanced issues to management for resolution.
• Met or exceeded sales targets on consistent basis with proactive promotional strategies and dessert mentions.

Waiter Mar 2017 to Mar 2018
Maggiano's Little Italy ? ORLANDO, FL
• Discussed alternative selections with chef for guests with food allergies or gluten-free requests.
• Completed opening and closing checklists, including emptying trash, safeguarding alcohol and polishing silverware.
• Added special garnishes and other finishing touches to improve visual impact of plates and contrast or add flavor to dishes.
• Prepared banquet rooms for use, adjusting lights, sound volumes and room temperature to provide comfortable experiences for guests.

Education and Training
Associate of Science, Engineering (Pre-Engineering)
Valencia College ? Orlando, FL

Engineering (Pre-Engineering)
Seminole State College of Florida ? Sanford, FL

Computer Science (Web Development)-
Santa Monica College - Santa Monica, California