Maria Thoner
Harlingen,TX
Summary
Bilingual hospitality professional with extensive experience in high-volume meal service management. Seeking Part-Time Server position at Texas Roadhouse to apply strong communication skills and commitment to "Legendary Service" for exceptional guest experiences. Authorized to serve responsibly with active TABC and Texas Food Handler certifications.
Overview
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Language
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Certification
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer Breakfast Server
Way Of The Cross Church Ministries
Harlingen, Texas
01.2021 - Current
- Set up breakfast stations with utensils and beverages for smooth service.
- Prepared breakfast meals for congregants and community members.
- Assisted with meal service during special church events to meet increased demand.
- Followed food safety and sanitation guidelines during handling and service.
- Organized and stored food items to maintain freshness and quality.
Volunteer Event Planner
Way Of The Cross Church Ministries
Harlingen, Texas
05.2022 - 11.2024
- Planned, organized, and executed special community events for church members, overseeing operations from concept to completion.
- Hosted annual Fall Festival, coordinating schedules and activities to enhance community engagement.
- Managed all vendor coordination, activity scheduling, and site setup/teardown logistics for the Fall Festival
- Directed logistics for Mother's Day and Father's Day Brunch, ensuring menu planning, ingredient prep, kitchen organization, and timely meal service for families.
- Maintained high-energy, welcoming, organized environment under tight time constraints; contributing to overall event success.
Education
High School Diploma -
The PossAble Dream Adult High School
Pharr, TX08-2026
Skills
- Event planning and logistics
- Event logistics management
- Vendor coordination
- Catering coordination
- Event menu design
- Health and safety compliance
- Community engagement
- Buffet operations
- Multitasking and organization
- Customer service excellence
- Strong work ethic
Languages
Spanish
Limited
Certification
- Food Handler Certified
- TABC Certified
Timeline
Volunteer Event Planner
Way Of The Cross Church Ministries
05.2022 - 11.2024
Volunteer Breakfast Server
Way Of The Cross Church Ministries
01.2021 - Current
High School Diploma -
The PossAble Dream Adult High School