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Emily Zelaya

Pearland,TX

Summary

I am an experienced and dedicated service professional with a strong background in high-volume hospitality and patient care. Skilled in managing customer interactions, cash handling, and maintaining a safe, clean environment while consistently delivering exceptional service. I have proven my ability to work efficiently under pressure, support team operations, and foster positive client relationships.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Bartender

Buffalo Wild Wings
10.2023 - Current
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, and taking inventory.
  • Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.

Patient Care Volunteer

Memorial Hermann Hospital
06.2024 - 08.2024


• Greeted patients arriving at the ER and guided them to their rooms.

• Sanitized patient areas after each visit to keep the space clean.

• Answered phone calls and directed them to the right departments.

• Helped patients find their way around the hospital.

• Assisted staff with non-medical tasks as needed.

Bartender/Server

Sam’s Boat
03.2022 - 10.2023
  • Handled $2,000+ in liquor and food sales for 200+ people a shift
  • Increased sales over 8% each month, earning #1 bartender 12 months in a row
  • Created a positive customer service experience in a fast-paced work setting
  • Created strong relationships and fostered loyalty from clientele through exceptional service
  • Trained new bartenders in alcohol handling procedures and safety standards.

Hostess

Sam’s Boat
04.2021 - 02.2022
  • Facilitated 50 weekly reservations via phone and email
  • Processed 40+ Togo orders over the phone daily
  • Ensured all wait staff got equal table assignments
  • Managed and resolved customer complains
  • Coordinated the intake of new applicants and scheduled interviews for management

Certified Trainer

Raising Canes
06.2020 - 08.2021

• Maintained front and back of house inventory levels for the shift

  • Supported the training and development of all new employees for front and back of house procedures

Education

Bachelor in Healthcare Administration - Health Administration

University of Houston Clear Lake
Webster, TX
12-2025

Skills

  • Multi-tasking
  • Health codes compliance
  • Communication
  • TABC Certified
  • Hospitality service expertise
  • Microsoft Word

Timeline

Patient Care Volunteer

Memorial Hermann Hospital
06.2024 - 08.2024

Bartender

Buffalo Wild Wings
10.2023 - Current

Bartender/Server

Sam’s Boat
03.2022 - 10.2023

Hostess

Sam’s Boat
04.2021 - 02.2022

Certified Trainer

Raising Canes
06.2020 - 08.2021

Bachelor in Healthcare Administration - Health Administration

University of Houston Clear Lake
Emily Zelaya