Pablo Bahena
Irving,TX
Summary
Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) Certified Apprentice Electrician with extensive supervisory experience in transportation, inflight catering operations, and warehouse management. Proven leader with expertise in safety compliance, team leadership, staff training, operational coordination, and logistics management. Skilled at improving efficiency, solving operational challenges, and ensuring on-time service in fast-paced, safety-focused environments. Recognized for strong organizational abilities, exceptional customer service, and a commitment to maintaining high standards of quality, reliability, and performance.
Overview
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Transportation Supervisor
Abby's Catering
Dallas, Texas
08.2024 - Current
- Executed inflight catering operations for high-volume international aviation clients.
- Completed daily Food Safety Assessment documentation in compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and internal/external audit standards.
- Prepared and distributed daily Excel production reports to support kitchen operations based on customer orders, ensuring timely communication of updates and schedule changes.
- Processed and submitted daily customer invoices, maintaining accuracy and timely billing.
- Coordinated team of flight coordinators and drivers during shifts, ensuring effective communication with management.
- Oversaw scheduling, routing, and dispatching of catering vehicles to aircraft gates for timely departures.
- Conducted pre-shift briefings, assigned daily tasks, and monitored team performance against targets.
- Maintained communication with airline station managers and gate agents to address gate changes and flight delays.
- Managed regulated waste and auxiliary supply logistics in compliance with SOPs.
- Participated in audits, third-party inspections, and internal reviews to maintain operational standards.
- Monitored inventory levels and organized warehouse operations for efficiency.
Airline Catering Flight Coordinator
Gate Gourmet
Dallas, Texas
01.2023 - 08.2024
- Coordinated accurate preparation and delivery of catering requirements for assigned flights, ensuring compliance with airline specifications, safety regulations, and quality standards.
- Executed inflight catering operations for large-volume international clientele.
- Oversaw incoming operational information and communicated with affected departments urgently, adhering to internal rules.
- Maintained direct communication with onboard flight crew regarding meal components and passenger counts, addressing questions promptly.
- Facilitated collaboration among local airline station staff, ramp personnel, and kitchen staff to optimize service delivery.
Education
Electrical Technology Certification Program - Commercial Electrical Technology
Northlake College
Irving, TX05-2026
High School Diploma -
Irving High School
Irving, TX05-2019
Skills
- TDLR Apprentice Electrician License
- Bilingual - Spanish and English
- Lifting equipment handling
- Customer service
- Quality assurance
- Safety compliance
- Microsoft Office proficient
- Staff training and leadership
- Organizational skills
- Supply Inventory Management
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- Texas Department of Licensing and Registration Apprentice Electrician License
- Food Manager Protection Certification
- ServSafe Food Handler Certification
- Walmart Operator License for Electric Pallet Jack and Walkie Stacker
Timeline
Transportation Supervisor
Abby's Catering
08.2024 - Current
Airline Catering Flight Coordinator
Gate Gourmet
01.2023 - 08.2024
Electrical Technology Certification Program - Commercial Electrical Technology
Northlake College
High School Diploma -
Irving High School