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Carola Sahid

Weston,FL

Summary

Motivated professional with a five year Bachelor's Degree in Journalism, Communications and related field as Public Relations. Graduated with a vote of distinction from University with 23 years of experience leading teams.

Executes complex events, sales and managements. Supports customer service standards consistently achieving high levels of satisfaction through strategies that meet or exceed their needs. Works with commitment, strong values, willing to learn and looking for opportunities to grow and succeed.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Bartender On-call

Hard Rock Live
Hollywood, Florida
03.2023 - Current
  • Provided drink suggestions to customers based on their preferences.
  • Maintained inventory of liquor, beer, wine, and other beverage items.
  • Performed opening and closing duties including restocking supplies.

On-Call Banquet Server

JW Marriott Turnberry
Aventura, Florida
02.2023 - Current
  • Provide friendly, courteous service to customers.
  • Maintain cleanliness of banquet hall by clearing dirty dishes from tables in a timely manner.
  • Follow established sanitation practices while handling food items or cleaning equipment.
  • Greet guests upon arrival.
  • Assist with setup and breakdown of events as needed.

On-Call Banquet Server

The Pelican Grand Beach Resort
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
02.2023 - Current
  • Take food and drink orders.
  • Set tables according to the BEO.
  • Ensure that all food items are properly stored, labeled, and rotated for freshness.
  • Greet guests upon arrival and provide seating arrangements as requested.
  • Check order accuracy prior to delivering food items to guests' tables.

On-Call Banquet Server

Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino - Hollywood, FL
Hollywood, Florida
04.2022 - Current

Built relationships with potential partners to open new business.

  • Provide friendly, courteous service to customers throughout the duration of their meal.
  • Assist with setup and breakdown of events as needed.
  • Replenish buffet lines with food items when necessary during events.

Banquet Captain On-call

Signatura Grand
Davie, Florida
01.2023 - 12.2023
  • Assisted in setting up banquet tables, chairs, and linens for events.
  • Organized banquet staff to ensure efficient service of guests.
  • Coordinated with food and beverage team on menu selections and serving times.
  • Supervised the set-up of buffets, ensuring quality presentation of all dishes.
  • Provided guidance and direction to banquet staff regarding setup, meal service, clean-up.
  • Conducted pre-shift meetings with staff to review daily events, tasks, and expectations.
  • Inspected banquet areas before each event to ensure they met standards of cleanliness.

Barista On-call

Constant Grind
Hollywood, Florida
01.2022 - 11.2023
  • Greeted customers and took orders for coffee drinks, food items, and other beverages.
  • Prepared specialty coffee drinks such as lattes, cappuccinos, macchiatos, mochas, and Americanos.
  • Operated cash registers to process customer payments.

Buffet Attendant Seasonal

Corsair at JW Marriott Turnberry
Aventura, Florida
06.2023 - 10.2023
  • Greeted guests, provided menus, and answered questions regarding food items.
  • Assisted customers in selecting items from the buffet line.
  • Ensured that all food items were displayed attractively on the buffet table.

Banquet Manager

Artes de Banquetería
Santiago, Chile
06.2000 - 10.2019
  • Coordinated with employees to arrange tables and other equipment needed bringing the perfect atmosphere.
  • Supervised teams with a pattern of exceptional performance.
  • Solved problems in a creative way under preasure.
  • Orchestrated breakdown of rooms and cleanup to return event spaces to original order in time record.
  • Interacted with clients making them feel special.
  • Mentored and coached team of banquet setters and other event personnel, mantaining motivation.
  • Supervised food preparation, delivery and quality to ensure satisfaction.
  • Prepared and reviewed event budgets with clients and negotiated pricing.

Director of Wellness and Lifestyle

Pura Vida Yoga and Wellness Center
Santiago, Chile
03.2017 - 12.2018
  • Developed and maintained excellent member relationships to promote facility offerings and assist with health questions.
  • Managed the property, verifying safe and clean facility and equipment conditions to ensure an excellent service.
  • Developed marketing campaigns to promote healthy lifestyles and participation in wellness programs.
  • Provided individual support and counseling on general wellness and nutrition.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
  • Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
  • Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
  • Motivated and encouraged team members to communicate constructively with each other and meet the goals.

General Production Manager

Recreo Entretenimientos
Santiago, Chile
06.2007 - 06.2008
  • Led the team in problem-solving activities to resolve any production issues.
  • Monitored staff performance, identified training needs and provided coaching as needed.
  • Managed daily production operations and ensured efficiency of all processes.
  • Collaborated closely with Quality Control personnel in developing inspection procedures for incoming materials and outgoing products.
  • Oversaw maintenance of machinery and equipment to ensure optimal performance and minimal downtime.
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers regarding pricing, delivery schedules and payment terms.
  • Coordinated with other departments to ensure timely delivery of supplies for uninterrupted production flow.

Education

Associate of Science - Coaching

Institute of Integrative Nutrition
New York, NY
01-2018

Bachelor´s Degree - Communications

Universidad Finis Terrae
Santiago, Chile
12.2009

Skills

  • Staff leadership
  • Passionate about delivering exceptional guest experience
  • Productive and Proactive
  • Integrity
  • Hospitality
  • Efficiency
  • Time management
  • Sales
  • Customer service
  • Problem resolution
  • Resilient
  • Planning

Languages

English
Advanced
C1
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Certification

  • Certified Health Coach.
  • SafeServ Certified

Hobbies and Interests

  • Travel, read, create, decorate, family time, coaching, healthy food and wellness.

Timeline

Buffet Attendant Seasonal

Corsair at JW Marriott Turnberry
06.2023 - 10.2023

Bartender On-call

Hard Rock Live
03.2023 - Current

On-Call Banquet Server

JW Marriott Turnberry
02.2023 - Current

On-Call Banquet Server

The Pelican Grand Beach Resort
02.2023 - Current

Banquet Captain On-call

Signatura Grand
01.2023 - 12.2023

On-Call Banquet Server

Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino - Hollywood, FL
04.2022 - Current

Barista On-call

Constant Grind
01.2022 - 11.2023

Director of Wellness and Lifestyle

Pura Vida Yoga and Wellness Center
03.2017 - 12.2018

General Production Manager

Recreo Entretenimientos
06.2007 - 06.2008

Banquet Manager

Artes de Banquetería
06.2000 - 10.2019

Associate of Science - Coaching

Institute of Integrative Nutrition

Bachelor´s Degree - Communications

Universidad Finis Terrae
Carola Sahid