Paul Sharifi
San Diego
Summary
Professional with experience in managing events, prepared for this role. Skilled in event planning, vendor coordination, and budget management. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs. Reliable and resourceful, bringing creativity and organization to every project.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Catering and Events Manager
Aztec Shops Ltd.
San Diego, CA
06.2025 - Current
- Trained and mentored junior staff on event planning protocols and customer service best practices.
- Evaluated event success through client feedback, and implementing improvements for future engagements based on insights gathered.
- Led team meetings to align objectives, delegate tasks, and enhance communication among departments involved in event execution.
- Managed multiple bars across stadium
- Set POS menu's for events
- Complete tip payroll on a weekly basis
Events Manager
9rooftops
San Diego, CA
05.2023 - 06.2026
- Managed budgeting processes, optimizing resource allocation for maximum impact on event outcomes.
- Trained junior staff on best practices in event planning and execution, promoting knowledge sharing within the team.
- Implemented innovative event themes and designs to create memorable experiences for attendees.
- Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking, and event promotions.
- Increased client satisfaction by consistently delivering well-executed events within budget constraints.
Events Coordinator
Caesars Entertainment
LV NV
01.2021 - 04.2023
- Managed on-site event operations, directing staff to maintain high service standards.
- Established strong relationships with clients, ensuring repeat business through exceptional service delivery.
- Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
- Enhanced attendee experience by meticulously planning and executing event logistics.
Assistant Warehouse Manager
Amazon Logistics
San Diego, CA
06.2016 - 02.2020
- Managed scheduling of personnel to optimize resource allocation across shifts.
- Coordinated with logistics teams to streamline inbound and outbound shipments, improving delivery timelines.
- Managed daily shipping and receiving operations, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in all transactions.
- Managed day-to-day operations of warehouse, freight and parcel shipments, returns, and transfers.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA06-2023
Skills
- Team leadership
- Problem-solving
- Staff training
- Responsible alcohol service
- Bar management
- Inventory management
- Staff scheduling
- Conflict resolution
- Customer relationship building
- Guest interaction
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Farsi
Native or Bilingual
Kurdish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Catering and Events Manager
Aztec Shops Ltd.
06.2025 - Current
Events Manager
9rooftops
05.2023 - 06.2026
Events Coordinator
Caesars Entertainment
01.2021 - 04.2023
Assistant Warehouse Manager
Amazon Logistics
06.2016 - 02.2020
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
San Diego State University