Wren Vargas
Los Angeles
Summary
Experienced Food Service Worker with solid background in observatory operations. Demonstrated skills in customer service and teamwork in fast-paced environments. Well-versed in advanced, computerized telescope handling. Active astrophysical research education.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer
Mountain Skies Astronomical Society
01.2023 - 09.2025
- Expert in handling 17.2 inch RCT telescope, with RA/DEC mount and Meade Autostar.
- Present telescope shows to 20–70 guests.
- Create educational astronomy presentations.
Food Service Worker
UCLA Lake Arrowhead Lodge
10.2023 - 09.2025
- Host, take orders, and serve a four-course fine-dining dinner to 20-30 people.
- Manage up to 300 people during buffet dinner at family camp, refilling food lines.
Restaurant Team Member
Arrowhead Lake Association
05.2025 - 09.2025
- Take orders, manage the register, and expedite orders in burger shack-style restaurant.
- Manage MICROS reports and handle money.
Education
B.S - Astrophysics
University of California, Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA 05.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Rim of The World High School
Lake Arrowhead, CA06.2025
A.S - Astronomy
San Bernardino Valley College
San Bernardino, CA 05.2001 -
Skills
- Expert in computerized telescopes and repairing telescopes
- Experienced in touring and teaching astronomy classes
- Proficient in JavaScript and Python
- Hosting, managing money, and MICROS reporting
- Organized, flexible, and enjoys working with others
- Well-versed in scientific writing, research methods, and astrophysical hardware
AWARDS
- The Violet Richardson Award: Soroptimist International of ROTW, 2025 Recognized for volunteer service, including a scholarship and donation to charity.
- CA State Seal of Biliteracy: Rim of the World High School, 2025 Recognized for fluency in Spanish.
- Team Member Recognition (Hat’s Off): UCLA Housing & Hospitality Services, 2024, 2025 Recognized for Excellence in Customer Service, Commitment to Organization Excellence, and Exemplary Team Effort (2x).
Timeline
Restaurant Team Member
Arrowhead Lake Association
05.2025 - 09.2025
Food Service Worker
UCLA Lake Arrowhead Lodge
10.2023 - 09.2025
Volunteer
Mountain Skies Astronomical Society
01.2023 - 09.2025
B.S - Astrophysics
University of California, Los Angeles
05.2001 -
A.S - Astronomy
San Bernardino Valley College
05.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Rim of The World High School