1. CLARA TAVAREZ
11644 Porter Valley Drive 818-370-1288
Porter Ranch, CA 91326 ctavarez18@msn.com
Admin/Human Resources - Event Planner – Passion for Hospitality
OBJECTIVE
Results-driven, dependable professionalseeking an Admin Assistant/Event Coordinator
position utilizing exceptional organizational skills to make a positive contribution to the
success ofa prospective employer and the overall organization
SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE AREAS
- Human Resources Professional - Event planning - Motivator
- Exemplify professionalismand leadership qualities
- Multi-task - Dynamic – Self Starter - Determined
- Catering, Buffets, Action Stations
- Fluent in Spanish (read/write/comprehension)
- Real Estate Broker/property admin manager
EXPERIENCE
07/2011 – Present
Human Resources/Admin - Professional/Consultant – West Coast division
A&A Maintenance Ent. (NY based company - 8+ yrs. Experience from New York State)
- Proactively assist in the recruitment and/or retention of staff process keeping in sync with headquarters.
Reviews documents to ensure documents are in line with HR Standards. Identifies any potential issues and
works with management/recruitment to make changes/updates as necessary.Ability to explain procedures
and reasoning in a concise,logical, thorough and practical manner.
- Strong interpersonal skills to establish and maintain cooperative relationships with staff at all levels. Ability
to work as part of a team and as a team leader to motivate others toward a common goal.
Ability to handle sensitive situations with discretion and to maintain any required confidentiality
agreement.
- Ability to work independently and set and maintain priorities while coping with a fluctuating workload and
maintaining thorough attention to detail.
- Ability to analyze problems, situations or procedures to define objectives, organize work and implement
projects. Ability to work under pressure and respond to changing priorities.
- Knowledge of computer hardware and software programs, including Microsoft Office, and Web browsers.
02/2013 - Current
On Call – Special Events – Line cook
Maison Akira (Pasadena, CA) – A fine casual French dining with a Japanese flair.
- Provide gracious customer service. Interact with team members and guests in a high volume off-
site buffet style dining environment.
- Support our Catering/Banquets Team, & Culinary staff in enabling them to maximize production;
Review contracts,proposals,and client’s referral letters, filling out event requests,processing and
distribution of BEO’s, coordinating date/time availability, calendar management, e-mail coverage,
and otherBanquet event related tasks.
- Set up station with predetermined mise en place to ensure everything will be ready for service
within a timely manner. Accurately and appropriately utilize all production equipment.
- Properly break down assigned station each shift and ensure that all items are stored in the
appropriate container and area.
- Adhere/ Practice sanitation and safety daily to ensure the total customer satisfaction.

2. Most Recent Off-site Events:
- Cultural/theatrical diversity special event @ The Pasadena Playhouse (400+ guests)
- Nikkei Women Legacy @ JACCC – (200 – 350 guests)
- Honored special client - 100 yrs. – Private Lunch @ JACCC – (100 guests)
- Go for Broke Evening of Aloha Gala dinner @ Westin Bonaventure Hotel & Suites (500 + guests)
Nov. 2012 to Jan 2013
Demi Chef de Partie
CLUBMED – Punta Cana, Dom. Rep. (overseas)
2nd largest World-wide recognized resort; a leader in upscale-all inclusive international cuisine.
- Supervised a team of local kitchen assistants
- Involved in buffet prep, applied excellent presentation skills. Prepared hot and cold international
cuisines station buffets – 200+ guests/night
- Prepared/served/displayed Specialty Chef menu items at specific station for clients
- Adhered/ Practiced sanitation and safety daily to ensure the total customer satisfaction
Line cook/Prep/Server
CULINARY STAFFING SERVICE/LCB (2012)
- Patina Restaurant Group – The Creative Emmy’s
- Wolfgang Puck Catering – Events at Hollywood Palladium, the Primetime Emmy’s/Governors
Ball, and the Beverly Wilshire Hotel
- TBI Unplugged concert
EDUCATION
05/ 2001 Mercy College, White Plains, NY
B.S. in Business Administration – Management
05/2007 NY Real Estate Broker/Owner - Multicultural
05/2013 Le Cordon Bleu – Culinary Arts Graduate
Los Angeles, CA - Degree Plan included:
 Culinary Foundations I – II – III
 Food Safety & Sanitation Certification
 Baking & Pastry
 Cuisine across Cultures
 Catering & Buffets
REFERENCES Available upon request