Sapphire Harburg
@sapphireharburg
Experienced hospitality professional and certified recovery peer support specialist.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I am an accomplished server with five years of high-pressure hospitality experience and certification as a recovery peer support specialist (CCAR). I combine strong customer-relations skills with training in addiction counseling and harm-reduction to create safe, supportive environments for guests and clients.
Throughout my career I've worked in busy restaurants, catered events, and supported community-focused projects like an organic farm internship, demonstrating adaptability, teamwork, and reliability under pressure. I bring proven strengths in conflict resolution, multitasking, and guest services.
I am committed to continued professional growth in supportive care and hospitality roles, leveraging my CCAR training, first aid and food-safety certifications, and hands-on experience to support teams and clients effectively.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Server / Waiter
Buddy's Pizza
May 2025 - Present (10 months)
Work in a high-volume, fast-paced environment handling orders, resolving customer conflicts, and maintaining service efficiency under pressure.
Organic Farm Intern
We The People Opportunity Farm
Feb 2025 - Present (1 year 1 month)
Performed planting, transplanting, soil preparation and weeding while collaborating with diverse team members and navigating personnel challenges.
Server
Black Rock Bar & Grill
Sep 2024 - Feb 2025 (5 months)
Provided table service, managed guest interactions, and supported floor operations to maintain a positive dining experience.
Server
Jolly Pumpkin Café & Brewery
Jun 2023 - Aug 2024 (1 year 2 months)
Delivered customer service in a busy café and brewery environment, upselling menu items and ensuring guest satisfaction.
Server
Mac's Acadian Seafood Shack
Aug 2022 - Jun 2023 (10 months)
Provided attentive front-of-house service, built rapport with guests, and collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely deliveries.
Banquet Server
Manchester Catering
Mar 2020 - Aug 2022 (2 years 5 months)
Assisted with event setup and takedown, served food and beverages to guests, and managed service logistics for catered events.
Server
Chelsea Grill
Jan 2017 - Dec 2018 (1 year 11 months)
Served guests in a restaurant with a bar, gained experience in wine and bottle service while maintaining service standards.
Cake Decorating Intern
Sweet Heather Ann
Jun 2014 - Oct 2014 (4 months)
Supported bakery operations by washing dishes, measuring ingredients, and assisting with wedding cake decoration processes.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Home School Connection
High School Diploma, General
2009 - 2014
Completed a general homeschool program culminating in a high school diploma or GED in June 2014.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
United StatesAuthorized to work in
Job categories
Skills
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