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Chase Barruga

Santa Barbara

Summary

Highly motivated college student with a strong desire to gain practical experience and contribute to a dynamic work environment. Eager to develop professional skills while collaborating effectively with a diverse team. Have shown to demonstrate adaptability, exceptional problem-solving abilities, and a head-on approach to challenges. A dedicated individual who is passionate about personal and professional growth, committed to delivering high-quality results, and eager to make a positive impact in the workplace.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Front Desk Agent

Montecito Inn
07.2023 - Current
  • Took reservations over phone, in person, and via computer for guests and provided confirmation information.
  • Collected room deposits, fees, and payments.
  • Used internal software to process reservations, check-ins and check-outs.
  • Calculated billings and posted charges to room accounts, reviewing charges with guests at checkout.
  • Oversaw fast-paced front desk operations and guests' needs at busy facility.
  • Acquired in-depth knowledge of surrounding area to offer guests information about dining options, entertainment, and shopping activities.
  • Assisted in managing mulitple teams via slack messaging including the housekeeping, maintenancemultiple, and guest services teams

Lifeguard

Tahiti Village
07.2021 - 09.2021
  • Regulated safety of guests in and around swimming pool
  • Learned and maintained first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in need
  • Maximized customer satisfaction by greeting pool patrons with courtesy and resolving issues when needed
  • Attentively monitored swimmers to identify any possible struggles
  • Regularly cleaned pool deck area
  • Worked on shift cycle of lifeguarding towers dependent on teamwork and communication between staff members

Assistant

Summit Homes NV
08.2018 - 03.2020
  • Greeted guests in with friendliness and professionalism.
  • Provided refreshments for guests
  • Managed paperwork including important real-estate documents
  • Sign-spun when needed

Education

Bachelor of Science - Political Science

University of California, Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, CA
06.2025

High School Diploma -

Faith Lutheran Highschool
Las Vegas
08.2021

Skills

  • People Skills
  • Level headed
  • Willingness to learn and adapt
  • Public Safety
  • First Aid
  • Patron Support
  • Policy Management
  • Customer Transactions

Timeline

Front Desk Agent

Montecito Inn
07.2023 - Current

Lifeguard

Tahiti Village
07.2021 - 09.2021

Assistant

Summit Homes NV
08.2018 - 03.2020

Bachelor of Science - Political Science

University of California, Santa Barbara

High School Diploma -

Faith Lutheran Highschool
Chase Barruga