Mariana Quijada
Orlando,Florida
Summary
Skilled team player with a strong background in construction, sales, party planning, and management. Thrives independently, adeptly handles assignments, and consistently exceeds tasks. Passionate about crafting unforgettable experiences through innovative design and meticulous planning.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Food and Beverage Associate
Disney's Animal Kingdom
03.2023 - 10.2024
- Ensured all service areas were consistently well-stocked, clean, and properly organized to meet the demands of peak dining periods.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth operations during peak hours, minimizing wait times for guests.
- Maintained strict adherence to food safety guidelines, ensuring a safe dining environment for all guests.
- Managed cash handling procedures, ensuring accurate accounting records and minimizing discrepancies.
Remodeling Crew Member
MAC Construction
10.2021 - 11.2022
- Held timber, lumber and paneling in place for fastening or cutting.
- Installed drywall, siding and other structural components.
- Cleaned and disposed of debris to maintain safe and clean working environment.
- Mixed and poured concrete for variety of projects.
- Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
- Loaded and unloaded materials and equipment onto and off construction sites.
Restoration Crew Member
One Source Staffing
07.2021 - 09.2021
- Gathered waste and trash from job sites for placement in refuse containers to keep job sites clean and organized.
- Conducted daily site inspections to identify potential safety hazards.
- Installed new structures, updated systems and replaced worn components to bring buildings up to current codes.
- Worked with more knowledgeable professionals to grow understanding of principles and construction standards.
Restoration Crew Member
Servpro
12.2020 - 03.2021
- Placed fans and dehumidifiers in strategic room locations to remove moisture from carpet, air and upholstery.
- Maneuvered heavy-duty equipment to carry out moisture surveys and drying techniques.
- Optimized work readiness with effective gathering of parts and supplies in alignment with specifications.
- Detected and repaired machinery faults using electrical and manual testing methods.
Warehouse Associate
Amazon Fresh
05.2020 - 11.2020
- Confirmed accuracy, quality and quantity of materials received and listed on BOL.
- Assembled orders and packed items for shipment, conveying orders to shipping personnel
- Labeled and accurately moved customer orders to meet shipment timetables and minimize errors.
- Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
Sales Associate
GUESS Factory
01.2020 - 04.2020
- Assessed customer needs and utilized suggestive selling techniques to drive sales.
- Maintained current knowledge of evolving changes in marketplace.
- Attended monthly sales meetings and quarterly sales trainings.
- Built relationships with customers and community to promote long term business growth.
Warehouse Associate
Amazon Flex
10.2019 - 01.2020
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Prepared orders for shipment by picking, packing, and labeling merchandise.
- Manually or mechanically loaded and unloaded materials from pallets, skids, platforms, cars, lifting devices, or other transport vehicles
- Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
Party Planner
My Little Town
06.2018 - 10.2019
- Managed event logistics and operations.
- Attended conferences and events to stay up-to-date with industry trends and planning standards.
- Acquired contracts and agreements to finalize negotiations and obtain approval signatures.
- Brainstormed and implemented creative event concepts and themes.
- Inspected event facilities to confirm conformance to customer requirements.
Event Assistant
Hilton
11.2017 - 02.2018
- Managed event set-up and tear-down, ensuring timely completion of tasks for seamless transitions.
- Participated in pre-event planning meetings, providing input on event themes and strategies for success.
- Provided exceptional customer service to attendees, responding to inquiries or resolving issues professionally.
- Assisted in organizing successful events by collaborating with vendors and suppliers.
Education
Associate of Arts - Architecture
Valencia College
Orlando, FL12.2020
High School Diploma -
Cypress Creek High School
Orlando, FL05.2019
Skills
- Problem-Solving
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Effective Planning
- Home Installations
- Professional Networking
- Critical Thinking
- Costumer Service
- Bilingual
- Attention to Detail
- Multitasking and Organization
- Food presentation
- Event Planning
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Food and Beverage Associate
Disney's Animal Kingdom
03.2023 - 10.2024
Remodeling Crew Member
MAC Construction
10.2021 - 11.2022
Restoration Crew Member
One Source Staffing
07.2021 - 09.2021
Restoration Crew Member
Servpro
12.2020 - 03.2021
Warehouse Associate
Amazon Fresh
05.2020 - 11.2020
Sales Associate
GUESS Factory
01.2020 - 04.2020
Warehouse Associate
Amazon Flex
10.2019 - 01.2020
Party Planner
My Little Town
06.2018 - 10.2019
Event Assistant
Hilton
11.2017 - 02.2018
High School Diploma -
Cypress Creek High School
Associate of Arts - Architecture
Valencia College
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