Maria Gabriela Gonzalez Sagel
State College,PA
Summary
Highly sociable and adaptable individual with international experience, currently serving as PR Chair for the National Society of Minorities in Hospitality and a member of Volé Dance Club at Penn State. Born in Costa Rica and having lived in England, Brazil, Honduras, and Panama, I bring a diverse perspective and a passion for continuous learning and cross-cultural engagement.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Food Service Worker
Penn State University
State College, PA
09.2024 - Current
- Served meals to customers in a friendly and courteous manner.
- Stocked supplies such as food, dishes, utensils, and cleaning materials.
- Cleaned kitchen areas, equipment, and utensils.
- Replenished condiments at customer tables as needed.
- Responded promptly to customer inquiries regarding menu items or special requests.
- Followed established cash handling procedures when collecting payments from customers.
- Organized take-out orders for customers who requested them.
Summer Intern
Intermaritime
Panama
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Interned at a company specializing in servicing the shipping industry in Panama.
- Collected and organized information for the company's new database, demonstrating strong organizational skills applicable to managing guest information and reservations.
- Enhanced the company's efficiency by consolidating valuable information into user-friendly software, showcasing the ability to improve operational efficiency in hospitality settings.
- Managed certifications and organized them in Excel sheets, reflecting proficiency in handling compliance documentation and staff training records.
- Communicated with prospective surveyors, coordinated their training, created IDs, and registered them in the database, highlighting strong communication and administrative abilities.
- Requested permits for detained ships in Greece, Turkey, and China, demonstrating experience in dealing with international regulations and logistics.
Summer Assistant
IL Dolcino
Panama
01.2023 - 08.2023
- In charge of client relations, assuring all their need were met.
- Assured inventory was replenished on time.
- Deliver orders to clients.
Education
El Colegio De Panama
Panama 12-2022
Hospitality Management
Penn State University
State College, PASkills
- Good at time management
- Team work
- Creative
- Ability to adapt to changes
- Leadership skills
- Bilingual in English and Spanish
- Flexible Schedule
- Complex Problem-Solving
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Portuguese
Limited
Websites
Timeline
Food Service Worker
Penn State University
09.2024 - Current
Summer Intern
Intermaritime
06.2024 - 07.2024
Summer Assistant
IL Dolcino
01.2023 - 08.2023
El Colegio De Panama
Hospitality Management
Penn State University
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