>Regional Catering and Events Manager for the Northeast and LATAM Region – comprised of 1,000+ employees located across 5 countries.>Manage, plan and execute large scale events with over 200+ attendees - including the Gensler and Interior Design Magazine Anniversary Celebration, Gensler’s ‘Fifty On’ Anniversary Events in both Costa Rica and Toronto, The Design Experience Opening Party at the New Gensler NYC office.>Oversee all aspects of internal NYC company wide event, meeting and conference planning such as, Gensler’s Bonus Party, Holiday Celebrations, Town Hall Gatherings and Board of Director Events.>Develop and maintain annual catering and events budget including social, meal, inventory and supplies.>Lead and train regional hospitality team members on event execution best practices including food handling, client etiquette and overall event/ meeting aesthetic.>Responsible for day-to-day operations of the catering department which includes managing successful client meetings, in-house office events, assigning responsibilities to my team and ensuring proper presentation.>Created a catering platform for the Northeast and LATAM Region - a resource used to seek out new vendors and outsource tasks.

>Responsible for delivering, on a daily basis, outstanding service and quality food to a very diverse and demanding customer base both at the Café and for Major Events, including, but not limited to, activities such as the General Assembly.>Responsible for introducing and implementing new food concepts for the cafeteria stations.>In charge of revising and approving menus and new food programs.>Manage strict budget, allocating limited funds for labor while delivering consistent service to customers.>Supervise over thirty union employees to ensure compliance with a stringent Collective Bargaining

>Managed the daily operations of a café that served over 1,200 customers per day.>Executed role of creative lead for the campus; introducing special events that motivated both customers and associates.>Supervised 25 union associates, ensuring hourly employees followed proper food handling standards. >Supported and assumed all responsibilities in director’s absence.

>Directed the launched of Lifeworks, a gourmet restaurant inspired food service concept, first in its class in the Northeast. >Co-directed catering events for high profile customers. >Coordinated all marketing initiatives for the campus.>Handled day-to-day financial systems.

>Oversaw all aspects of café operations that served over 800 customers per day.>Coordinated with Executive Chef to deliver seasonal menus. >Solely responsible for budget management and cost control.

>Coordinated events for Citigroup clients, which ranged from 10 to 250 guests per event.>Worked closely with Executive Chef to improve and manage daily operations of Private Dining Room and catering events.>Worked on and became proficient in EMS, scheduling software.

>Assisted in training new hourly associates in various key positions for the account. >Served as translator for employees and fellow managers.>Prepared menus, signage and advertising of new products