Hospitality Operations Leader and Event Specialist

JORGE ANTONIO ALVAREZ GARCIA

Falls Church, VA

571-***-**** – *****************@*******.***

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Hospitality and administrative leader with a Bachelor’s in Business Administration, Professional Chef Certification, and 10+ years of experience in banquet operations, event coordination, and business management. Proven ability to lead teams, streamline operations, and deliver exceptional guest experiences in high-volume, fast-paced environments. Bilingual in English and Spanish.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Business Administration – Universidad Privada del Valle (Bolivia)

Professional Chef Certification – Argentinian Gastronomic Institute (IGA) (Bolivia)

High School Diploma – Washington Lee High School, Arlington, VA

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Business Manager – Restaurant “CHIFA CHINA CBBA” Cochabamba, Bolivia 2018–Present

Direct daily operations, overseeing staff performance, scheduling, and service quality.

Implement process improvements, reducing waste and increasing operational efficiency.

Maintain strict adherence to food safety, sanitation, and quality control standards.

Administrative Manager – Jordan Distributor (Coca-Cola Partner) Cochabamba, Bolivia 2018–2025

Managed inventory tracking, stock control, and daily cash operations.

Prepared and reviewed operational documents, including liquidation reports and returns.

Coordinated with logistics and sales teams to achieve operational targets and compliance.

AV Technician – Crystal City Marriott Arlington, VA 2012–2018

Operated, maintained, and troubleshot audio-visual systems during corporate and social events.

Provided technical support for speakers, performers, and presentations.

Certified Level 2 Technician.

Banquet Captain / C&F Hospitality Service Inc. – Marriott Hotels & West Park Hotel Arlington, VA 1988–2018

Led banquet setups, service execution, and breakdowns for events ranging from 50 to 1,000+ guests.

Supervised and trained servers, bartenders, and support staff for high-profile events.

Delivered exceptional guest service in banquet, front desk, and concierge positions.

CORE SKILLS

Event & Banquet Coordination

Team Leadership & Staff Training

Customer Service Excellence

Inventory & Cash Management

Food & Beverage Operations

Front Desk & Guest Services

AV Setup & Technical Support

Bilingual: English & Spanish

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