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KARINA MONTERO

SANDIEGO,CA

Summary

Customer Service Agent /Jet Bridge Operator

Experienced aviation operations professional responsible for safety, and efficiently operating passenger boarding bridges and assisting with aircraft gate operations. Skilled in coordinating aircraft arrivals and departures, maintaining safety procedures, assisting passengers and crew members, and ensuring smooth, on-time gate operations in a fast-paced airport environment.

Overview

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Languages
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2
Certifications
12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Customer Service Associate Team Leader

WFS Worldwide Flight Services
San Diego, CA
07.2025 - Current

Customer service agent / Gate operator/ jet bridge operator. safety and efficiently manage aircraft gate operations, including operating passenger boarding bridges, coordinating aircraft arrivals and departures, assisting passengers, and following airport safety and security procedures.

  • Resolved customer inquiries and complaints, contributing to high satisfaction levels.
  • Assisted in resolving customer inquiries and complaints, ensuring high satisfaction levels.
  • Greeted passengers and provided seamless check-in and ticketing experience, creating positive start to trips.
  • Developed operational procedures to enhance efficiency and ensure compliance with regulations.
  • Maintained strong working knowledge of airline policies related to ticketing, boarding and cargo handling procedures that contributed to smooth airport operations.

Assistant Manager

SORRENTO ITALIAN RESTAURANT
San Diego, CA
01.2019 - 07.2025
  • Oversaw daily operations ensuring efficient service and adherence to quality standards.
  • Trained and mentored staff on customer service and food handling best practices, enhancing team capability and service quality.
  • Implemented inventory management systems, optimizing stock levels and minimizing waste.
  • Developed and maintained staffing schedules, ensuring adequate coverage during peak hours for improved service delivery.
  • Implemented inventory management systems to optimize stock levels and reduce waste.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to enhance menu offerings based on customer feedback.

Banquet Captain

ANDAZ HOTEL
San Diego, CA
01.2015 - 01.2019
  • Led banquet operations, ensuring seamless service delivery and guest satisfaction.
  • Coordinated event logistics, managing setup, execution, and breakdown of functions.
  • Supervised and mentored kitchen and serving staff, enhancing team cohesion and service delivery.
  • Improved overall service quality by conducting regular staff training sessions and performance evaluations.
  • Trained and mentored junior staff on service standards and operational procedures.
  • Collaborated with culinary team to create customized menu offerings for events.
  • Resolved customer complaints effectively, transforming negative experiences into positive outcomes and ensuring guest satisfaction.
  • Conducted regular staff training sessions and performance evaluations, elevating service quality and operational standards.

Food and Beverage Supervisor

Hotel Del Coronado
San Diego, California
03.2014 - 09.2015
  • Supervised daily operations within food and beverage service areas, ensuring compliance with health regulations.
  • Coordinated inventory management, optimizing ordering and stock rotation to minimize waste.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly, contributing to increased guest satisfaction ratings.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work environment to ensure compliance with health department regulations and company standards.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely food preparation and adherence to presentation standards.

Education

Business

San Diego State University
San Diego, CA

Lincensed Esthetician - Cosmetology

California Advanced Esthetics
SAN DIEGO
03.2024

Skills

Customer service and guest relations

Conflict resolution

Data entry and basic computer operations

Communication and team work

Certification

CM - Certified Manager Certification

Timeline

Customer Service Associate Team Leader

WFS Worldwide Flight Services
07.2025 - Current

Assistant Manager

SORRENTO ITALIAN RESTAURANT
01.2019 - 07.2025

Banquet Captain

ANDAZ HOTEL
01.2015 - 01.2019

Food and Beverage Supervisor

Hotel Del Coronado
03.2014 - 09.2015

Lincensed Esthetician - Cosmetology

California Advanced Esthetics

Business

San Diego State University
KARINA MONTERO