María Funes
Tampa
Summary
Hospitality professional with strong background in guest services and event coordination. Skilled in managing reservations, greeting guests, and providing exceptional customer experiences. Known for effective team collaboration and adaptability to changing needs. Highly organized with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Hostess
Whiskey Joe's Bar & Grill
03.2025 - Current
- Managed guest seating and waitlists to optimize restaurant flow and enhance customer experience.
- Resolved guest inquiries and concerns promptly to maintain high satisfaction levels.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, balancing responsibilities such as answering phone calls, greeting guests, and updating reservation logs simultaneously.
Barista
Target
12.2024 - Current
- Created wide variety of hot and cold drinks.
- Maintained and operated espresso machines, blenders, commercial coffee brewers, coffee pots, and other equipment.
- Made and served brand-specific café beverages with focus on speed, quality and consistency.
Assistant Project Manager
WSV Group
06.2024 - Current
- Developed and maintained project documentation for reliable records.
- Planned, monitored and analyzed project costs to meet financial goals.
Cashier
Target
12.2024 - 03.2025
- Helped customers complete purchases.
- Operated cash register.
- Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
Ambassador
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Engaged safety devices and monitored attraction during operation.
- Resolved guest issues by identifying source of complaint.
Cleaning Supervisor
Rp Clean
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Established routine inspections to monitor standards of cleanliness and developed and implemented improvement methods to meet evolving business needs.
- Trained and mentored all new personnel.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of South Florida
05-2026
High School Diploma -
Externado De San José
11-2021
Minor - Criminology
University of South Florida
05-2026
Languages
French
Languages
English
Languages
Spansih
Skills
- Customer Service
- Team Collaboration
- Conflict Resolution
- POS System Operation
- Beverage Preparation (Barista)
- Project Coordination
- Leadership & Training
- Computer Skills (Microsoft Office, Email, Scheduling Tools)
Timeline
Hostess
Whiskey Joe's Bar & Grill
03.2025 - Current
Barista
Target
12.2024 - Current
Cashier
Target
12.2024 - 03.2025
Assistant Project Manager
WSV Group
06.2024 - Current
Ambassador
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
01.2024 - 01.2025
Cleaning Supervisor
Rp Clean
06.2023 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of South Florida
Minor - Criminology
University of South Florida
Languages
French
Languages
English
Languages
Spansih
High School Diploma -
Externado De San José
Similar Profiles
April UhlendorfApril Uhlendorf
Server/Bartender at Whiskey Joe's Bar & GrillServer/Bartender at Whiskey Joe's Bar & Grill
Taylor ApostolTaylor Apostol
Server at Whiskey Joe's Bar & GrillServer at Whiskey Joe's Bar & Grill
Briana TerceroBriana Tercero
Server at Golden Corral Buffet and GrillServer at Golden Corral Buffet and Grill
Jonathan CastroJonathan Castro
Delivery Driver at White Cap Construction Supply Inc.Delivery Driver at White Cap Construction Supply Inc.
Tyler GrzybTyler Grzyb
General Manager of Operations at Tropical Smoothie CafeGeneral Manager of Operations at Tropical Smoothie Cafe