Julie Barbanti
Somerville, Massachusetts
Summary
High-volume restaurant experience with a friendly, natural style. Comfortable in busy shifts, keeping patrons satisfied with an organized work flow while paying attention to details. Clear communicator, dependable, and easy to work with.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Server, Host
Nowon (Asian Fusion Restaurant)
Boston, MA
03.2025 - 12.2025
- Worked in an energetic, high-volume, NYC-style restaurant/ bar
- Ran large sections during peak shifts, kept course pacing steady while maintaining a warm, engaging presence
- Guided guests through a large menu, including multi-course options and imported beverages
- Helped manage busy nights at the host stand— balancing bookings, handling waitlists, and keeping the energy up with guests
- Helped onboard new hosts and servers and supported day-to-day floor flow
Host
La Brasa (Mexican Fusion Restaurant)
Somerville, MA
02.2025 - 09.2025
- Set the tone at the door with a polished, welcoming presence
- Managed reservations, seating, and flow with strong awareness of timing
- Kept the front composed and adjusted quickly as volume shifted
- Helped with weddings through setup and breakdown, keeping things organized throughout
Behavioral Technician
Specialized Autism Consultants
Wakefield, MA
10.2021 - 11.2024
- Worked one-on-one with children using structured programs
- Tracked progress through consistent data collection
- Created a supportive, engaging environment through activities
- Coordinated with staff to keep care consistent
Host, Server, Barback
Commonwealth Restaurant
Cambridge, MA
06.2021 - 01.2024
- Moved between hosting, serving, and barback roles as needed, stepping in to keep service flowing
- Delivered consistent, courteous service in a busy team-focused American-style upscale-casual setting known for friendly service
- Managed the door during peaks, handling waits and guest communications
- Supported bar operations with restocking, prep, and opening/closing tasks, building basic cocktail knowledge through hands-on bar training
- Helped with dessert prep and backed up the kitchen during rushes
- Set up and worked private events, weddings, and market service
Education
Bachelor of Science - Neuroscience
Simmons University
Boston, MA06-2021
Skills
Exceptional Guest Service & Guest Experience
Front of House Operations (hosting, flow, reservations)
Passion for Hospitality
Quick on Feet / Thinks on Feet
Takes Initiative & Stays Composed Under Pressure
Direct, Clear Communication, Team-Player
Basic Bartending & Bar Support
Timeline
Server, Host
Nowon (Asian Fusion Restaurant)
03.2025 - 12.2025
Host
La Brasa (Mexican Fusion Restaurant)
02.2025 - 09.2025
Behavioral Technician
Specialized Autism Consultants
10.2021 - 11.2024
Host, Server, Barback
Commonwealth Restaurant
06.2021 - 01.2024
Bachelor of Science - Neuroscience
Simmons University