MIA ALVARADO
Knotts Berry Farm-Buena Park, CA
Yorba Linda,CA
2
Languages
1
Certification
4
years of professional experience
Motivated and dependable professional with over three years of experience working in fast-paced environments and providing exceptional customer service. Strong background in teamwork, communication, organization, food preparation, safety procedures, and maintaining efficient daily operations. Experienced in collaborating with diverse teams, training new employees, managing tasks independently, and adapting quickly to changing priorities. Recognized for a strong work ethic, personal responsibility, and commitment to creating positive experiences for customers and team members.
Work History
Food and Beverage
3 Years 7 Months- Elevated guest satisfaction at Knotts Berry Farm through exceptional Food and Beverage service since Jan 2023.
- Delivered outstanding guest service in Food and Beverage at Knotts Berry Farm to create memorable visits.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Back of House Team Member
1 Year- Working back of house at Gudetame Cafe consists of mainly prepping food. This consists of cutting and breading chicken, breading mozzarella, prepping bacon on sheets, stamping buns, making avocado smash, defrosting and portioning out wagyu, and making dressing. Assisted on the line as needed, washed dishes, and maintained cleanliness of prep tables to ensure efficient workflow. I love working fast when i get the hang of stuff and i love working even harder when there is a lot to be done.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow and improve service efficiency.
- Operated kitchen equipment and tools to maintain food preparation standards.
- Trained new staff on operational procedures and safety protocols for kitchen tasks.
- Managed inventory levels, reducing waste through efficient stock rotation practices.
Food and Beverage
1 Month- During my senior year, I was able to work with the Disney Company through the AIME Internship Program. This program was a month and a half long ( six weeks). I got to work with nine other high school students on designing an after-dark Disney event. Oversaw food and beverage selection for event. Selected three new food options and three new drink options for event. Every week, we got to meet employees that work in different departments at Disney and ask them questions to help with our event. Presented event ideas to over 40 Disney employees and the president of Disney.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Education
High school diploma - Teaching
Associate of Science
Skills
Customer service leadership
Teamwork
Time management
Guest services
Conflict resolution
Food safety
Food preparation
Kitchen sanitation
Line cooking
Inventory control
Staff training
Certification
- Food Handler Certification
- ServSafe
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Back of House Team Member
Gudetame Café-Anaheim, CA
05.2024 - 05.2025Read More
Food and Beverage
Knotts Berry Farm-Buena Park, CA
01.2023 - CurrentRead More
Food and Beverage
Disney-Anaheim, CA
06.2022 - 07.2022Read More
Savanna High School
High school diploma from Teaching
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Cypress College
Associate of Science
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