Ruby Gober
Long Beach
Summary
Friendly and dedicated employee with diverse experience in customer service, community engagement, and volunteer work. Proven ability to communicate effectively with the public and the team, support youth programming, and contribute to smooth operations in fast-paced environments. I bring a positive attitude, creative problem-solving, and strong interpersonal skills to every role. Communication is incredibly important to me, and I take pride in contributing to a supportive, welcoming work environment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Hostess
Nicks Restaurants
Long Beach, CA
12.2025 - Current
- Greeted and seated guests promptly in a fast-paced dining environment
- Managed reservation system to optimize seating arrangements effectively
- Handled guest inquiries and resolved concerns with professionalism and courtesy
- Greeted guests warmly upon arrival, seating them promptly
Program Leader
City Of Santa Ana
Santa Ana, CA
12.2023 - 11.2025
- Assist with the planning, organizing and supervision of recreation activities for children, like summer camp
- Provide friendly, informative service to patrons and promote a welcoming environment
- Provide information about programs and services to the public in person and via email/telephone
- Plan and teach creative art lessons to elementary school children, adapting content to suit different age groups and learning styles
- Use Excel to track planning details and logistics; create flyers and promotional materials using Canva
Volunteer
OC Animal Care
Tustin, CA
09.2023 - 01.2024
- Maintained cleanliness of shelter facilities, ensuring a safe environment for animals.
- Provided care for animals by walking dogs, keeping them active, and providing companionship.
- Learned proper handling techniques for different types of animals.
- Managed and organized incoming donations to ensure the shelter had accessible, properly sorted resources to support daily operations.
Hostess
Maggiano's Restaurant
Costa Mesa, CA
09.2022 - 07.2023
- Greeted guests warmly upon arrival, seating them promptly.
- Managed the waiting list, ensuring that all parties were seated in a timely manner.
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills when interacting with customers.
- Stayed attentive to server availability and table turnover to quickly seat guests.
Cashier
Buccaneer Pizza
Santa Ana, CA
11.2021 - 09.2022
- Provided friendly customer service in a fast-paced environment.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining area and workstations.
- Resolved customer inquiries and concerns promptly and courteously.
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
- Worked closely with front-end staff to assist customers.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Consumer Affairs, Minor in Psychology
California State University, Long Beach
Long Beach, CA06-2028
High School Diploma -
Orange County School of The Arts
Santa Ana06-2023
Skills
- Communication
- Customer Service
- Attention to Detail
- Brings Positivity to Workplace
- Multitasking
- Works Well With Others
- Takes Initiative
Timeline
Hostess
Nicks Restaurants
12.2025 - Current
Program Leader
City Of Santa Ana
12.2023 - 11.2025
Volunteer
OC Animal Care
09.2023 - 01.2024
Hostess
Maggiano's Restaurant
09.2022 - 07.2023
Cashier
Buccaneer Pizza
11.2021 - 09.2022
High School Diploma -
Orange County School of The Arts
Bachelor of Arts - Consumer Affairs, Minor in Psychology
California State University, Long Beach