Patricia Alva
Miami,FL
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. I am looking to venture into the restaurant industry, either as a organizer events, kitchen assistant, bartender, waitress, or host, to excel to the fullest and bring all my experience and knowledge to the development of the position assigned to me.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Assistant for Events
Cilantro 27
2024.03 - Current
- Ensured proper storage of ingredients to maintain freshness and reduce waste.
- Managed inventory for kitchen supplies, contributing to cost-effective operations.
- Assisted chefs in food preparation tasks, resulting in timely meal service.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by maintaining clean and organized workstations.
Epicureans of Florida
Catering Services
2023.07 - Current
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
Restaurant Busser
5 Esquinas
2024.02 - 2024.04
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by ensuring tables were cleared and cleaned promptly after guests left.
- Assisted servers in managing their sections effectively, providing timely water refills and bread service.
- Supported the overall dining experience by setting up tables with appropriate silverware, glassware, and linens.
- Contributed to smooth restaurant operations by promptly resetting tables for new customers.
Suki Llama - Peruvian Japanese Cuisine
Kitchen Assistant
2023.11 - 2024.02
- Streamlined kitchen operations for improved efficiency and reduced food waste.
- Improved food presentation standards, elevating the overall dining experience for guests.
- Consistently maintained a clean and organized workspace, adhering to strict health and safety guidelines.
- Participated in special events, providing creative culinary offerings that delighted attendees.
Swarm Entertainment Group
Event Bartender
2021.11 - 2022.01
- Maintained a high level of professionalism and energy while serving food and beverages, ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Received consistent positive feedback from both guests and management for outstanding service quality.
- Demonstrated excellent multitasking abilities, managing multiple responsibilities simultaneously without compromising on quality or efficiency.
- Reduced wait times for drinks by efficiently managing the bar area and prioritizing orders.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
Superclub
Electronic Music Event Producer
2019.03 - 2021.09
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Streamlined event registration process for improved attendee experience and reduced wait times.
- Implemented innovative event concepts to create memorable experiences for attendees, driving repeat business and referrals.
- Coordinated logistics for large-scale events, including venue selection, catering arrangements, transportation services, and accommodations for guests.
- Enhanced brand awareness through creative social media campaigns that showcased upcoming events and drove engagement from potential attendees.
- Optimized event agendas for seamless transitions between activities, ensuring smooth flow throughout the duration of each function.
- Created engaging visual materials such as invitations, programs, banners, signage to promote consistent branding across all aspects of the event experience.
- Demonstrated adaptability in handling unforeseen challenges, ensuring events proceeded smoothly despite unexpected obstacles.
- Developed and executed detailed event timelines to coordinate the efforts of various team members, ensuring efficient completion of tasks.
- Conducted thorough post-event evaluations to assess strengths and areas for improvement, incorporating findings into future planning processes.
- Participated in strategy development and planning to grow organizing program and advance campaigns.
- Brainstormed and implemented creative event concepts and themes.
- Managed event logistics and operations.
- Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking, and event promotions.
- Performed event coordination for larger parties and gatherings.
- Communicated with catering, lighting and sound companies to obtain price quotes.
- Hired, trained and supervised volunteers and support staff required for events.
Education
Bartender Course -
Institute Le Cordon Bleu
Lima, Peru01.2023
Bachelor Of Art And Business Design - Graphic Design
San Ignacio University
Peru Lima12.2018
Skills
- Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
- Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Indesign
- Project Planning
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Customer Relations
- Logistics
- Hostess
- Problem-Solving
Timeline
Kitchen Assistant for Events
Cilantro 27
2024.03 - Current
Restaurant Busser
5 Esquinas
2024.02 - 2024.04
Suki Llama - Peruvian Japanese Cuisine
Kitchen Assistant
2023.11 - 2024.02
Epicureans of Florida
Catering Services
2023.07 - Current
Swarm Entertainment Group
Event Bartender
2021.11 - 2022.01
Superclub
Electronic Music Event Producer
2019.03 - 2021.09
Bartender Course -
Institute Le Cordon Bleu
Bachelor Of Art And Business Design - Graphic Design
San Ignacio University