Timezone overlap
9h overlap with US East · Argentina
English level
Advanced
Self-assessed via CEFR ladder
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Tools
About
Maria is known for her expertise in operational management, workflow optimization, and team coordination across international settings. With over 8 years of experience spanning Australia, Europe, and LATAM, she has a proven ability to drive high-volume hospitality operations and navigate complex logistics within multicultural, multilingual environments. This background has honed her resilience and adaptability. Her approach blends architectural systems thinking with hands-on leadership, allowing her to bridge high-level strategy with smooth daily execution. Maria's career has included work in hospitality, manufacturing, and business consulting, where she consistently demonstrates a capacity to solve problems under pressure and build trust. She applies her structured thinking and proactive nature to every challenge. Based in Córdoba, Argentina, Maria is fully bilingual in Spanish and English (C1), with proficiency in Italian. She thrives in roles that prioritize organization, structure, and human connection, and is seeking remote opportunities as an Assistant Project Manager, Project Coordinator, SDR, or Operational Support Lead. Maria is ready to bring her energy and leadership to her next global team.
Highlights
- • Recognized for performance and offered partnership in new café project in Milan.
- • Led end-to-end seasonal operations, achieving a 44% YoY revenue increase through strategic upselling and a transition to 7-day-a-week operations.
- • Achieved top 10 ranking in the Data Analysis course based on overall project quality.
- • Awarded a full scholarship to participate in an exchange semester at the Pontifical Catholic University of Peru.
Work preferences
- Job type
- Full-time, Part-time
- Company size / type
- Early-stage startup (0-20), Growth-stage startup (21-200), Large/multinational (200+), Nonprofit / NGO, Social/Environmental Impact Company
- Culture
- Early-stage startup (0-20), Growth-stage startup (21-200), Nonprofit / NGO
- Industries
- Business Consulting, Manufacturing, Tourism & Hospitality
- Hours
- EST business hours
- Available from
- Jul 2026
- Notice period
- -
- Engagement
- Open to contract / freelance
Salary context
Benchmarks for SMB non-tech role · Mid (3–7 yrs).
US figures from BLS OEWS 2024 + Glassdoor; India figures from US SMB offshore vendor pricing. Adjusted for the candidate's seniority.
Work experience
- Store Supervisor · George's Ice Cream ShopOct 2025 — Apr 2026NZ
- Led end-to-end seasonal operations, achieving a 44% YoY revenue increase through strategic upselling and a transition to 7-day-a-week operations. - Implemented management systems, including inventory maps for storage optimization, digitized…
- Kitchen Manager · Aldo's CafeJan 2025 — Jun 2025AU
- Took over full kitchen management after head chef's resignation. - Supervised staff and coordinated daily operations ensuring food quality and timely service.
- Production Supervisor · Margaret River BakeryFeb 2024 — Oct 2024AU
- Scheduled shifts, monitored quality control, and optimized resource use. - Supported customer satisfaction by ensuring consistent product standards.
- Store Manager · Sweet NingalooMay 2023 — Feb 2024AU
- Led daily store operations, supervising sales and staff. - Handled scheduling, inventory management, and financial reporting.
- Barista · Mara dei BoschiMar 2022 — Jan 2023IT
- Delivered high-quality customer service in a fast-paced specialty café. - Recognized for performance and offered partnership in new café project in Milan.
- Baker & Pastry Chef Intern · Standard 69May 2020 — Nov 2020AR
- Managed full bakery production during COVID-19 outbreak. - Successfully delivered high-volume production, leading to offer as Pastry Chef.
- Pastry Chef · La Boca de MalbeckMay 2019 — Jan 2020DK
- Managed full-scale artisanal pastry production (empanada dough, alfajores, fillings, and sauces from scratch). - Collaborated directly with the Executive Chef/Owner to ensure high-quality standards and refine traditional recipes. - Executed…
- Sales Associate · VitaminaApr 2017 — Oct 2018AR
- Consistently exceeded sales targets and promoted to Lead Sales Associate. - Entrusted with visual merchandising and seasonal display design.
- Junior Architect · Metropolitan Municipality of LimaAug 2016 — Dec 2016PE
- Assisted urban planning team in project documentation and site inspections.
Education
- Licenciatura · National University of Cordoba2011—2017AR· Architecture
- Exchange program (Master of Architecture) · Pontifical Catholic University of Peru2016PE· Architecture
Certifications
- Data Analytics
- Google Project Management
- Sustainable Management Certification