Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Affiliations
Education Related Courses
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Valeria Montero

Charlotte,NC

Summary

Creative, centered student looking for a position to utilize organized detail skills in events. Quick learner. Prioritize responsibilities, with social skills, and can stand up as a leader when needed. Experienced and dependable general worker with a proven track record of efficiently completing tasks in various settings. Skilled in maintaining a clean, organized workspace. Safety-conscious, with a strong work ethic, and the ability to adapt to different environments. Ready to contribute to a dynamic team and make a positive impact.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Team Member- Sales

Spectrum Hornets Sports & Entertainment Fanshop
Charlotte, NC
08.2023 - Current
  • Provide guest service at the Hornets Fan Shop and various retail kiosks in Spectrum Center
  • Cashiering, merchandising, greeting, and general store/kiosk upkeep primarily on Hornets game nights
  • Work basketball games as well as concerts, and other non-Charlotte Hornet events
  • Oversee merchandise operations for concerts and non-Charlotte Hornets events, handling display setup/breakdown and coordinating with the tour manager to ensure effective inventory management

Bar Back

U.S Open Golf Championship
Pinehurst, NC
07.2024 - 07.2025
  • Assisted in inventory management, tracking usage, and ordering supplies as needed.
  • Restocked bar with necessary supplies, including liquor, beer, wine, and mixers.
  • Removed empty bottles and trash, keeping work areas clear and sanitary.
  • Restocked ice and prepared garnishes for drinks.
  • Managed ice supply, ensuring bars were adequately stocked throughout shifts.

Special Events Student Assistant

Johnson & Wales University
Charlotte, NC
12.2023 - 04.2024
  • Organized student events such as open houses, orientation sessions, private cooking classes, private dinners, and guest lectures.
  • Assisted administrative personnel, professors, and chefs in providing culinary equipment for events.
  • Created floor plans for university and private events.
  • I worked and prepared WSET and recreational cooking classes for locals in Charlotte.

Crew Member

Tropical Smoothie Cafe
Cameron, NC
08.2021 - 01.2022
  • Oversaw the cashier, cook, and smoothie maker.
  • Maintained safe food handling practices to prevent germ spread.
  • Informed customers about daily specials in an engaging manner.
  • Prepared quality products while maintaining portion control and presentation within service goal times.
  • Stored food in designated areas following wrapping, dating, food safety and rotation procedures.
  • Assembled and served meals according to specific guest requirements.
  • Processed cash and credit card payments, promptly returning receipts, coin, bills and payment cards to customers.

Education

BS - Hospitality Management

Johnson & Wales University
Charlotte, NC
12.2025

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Self-motivated
  • Patient
  • Problem Solving
  • Team Worker
  • Cleanliness maintenance
  • Fast-paced environment
  • Efficient multitasking
  • Able to create BEOs
  • Food and Beverage operations

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Affiliations

  • Johnson & Wales Residential Life Assistant

2024-Current

Education Related Courses

  • The Business of Event Management (Spring 2024)

Completed a comprehensive course covering event planning, research, and organize to deliver a university event for all students. Learned to create banquet event orders, event coordination, equipment setup and breakdown. 

  • Advanced Event Production: Special Events (Fall 2024)

Focused on a high-level event production, including logistics, risk management, decor, venue selection,and timeline development . Created an event towards high school students who were passionate in learning about the hospitality and culinary industry.  Gained hands-on experience in organizing and executing a successful event. 

Timeline

Bar Back

U.S Open Golf Championship
07.2024 - 07.2025

Special Events Student Assistant

Johnson & Wales University
12.2023 - 04.2024

Team Member- Sales

Spectrum Hornets Sports & Entertainment Fanshop
08.2023 - Current

Crew Member

Tropical Smoothie Cafe
08.2021 - 01.2022

BS - Hospitality Management

Johnson & Wales University
Valeria Montero