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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

●Founded and managed a successful culinary business, transforming the traditional cooking classes and private dining model. Reinvigorated the scene, prioritizing personalization and engagement, which led to an increase in business year over year and a robust referral rate, a testament to the exceptional guest experiences.● Continuously improved business performance by analyzing food waste and implementing a "second-chance dining" program for previous guests, reducing waste by 25%, boosting efficiency and profitability, and fostering customer loyalty. ● Implemented marketing strategies to promote business offerings, including social media marketing, email campaigns, and networking events, effectively increasing brand awareness and attracting new customers.●Swiftly pivoted to develop and launch a distinct brand under the existing name, introducing a direct-to-customer product line due to the business downturn caused by COVID-19. Oversaw all aspects of its sales and distribution while playing a pivotal role in marketing efforts through participation in live on-air interviews to enhance brand visibility and drive customer engagement.

Greater Philadelphia

●Crafted bespoke culinary experiences guided by a strategic vision, fostering guest engagement through personalized instruction, collaborative activities, and unique themes all aligned with brand principles for quality and authenticity, ensuring a five out of five average review rate from guests. ●Consistently achieved exceptional levels of repeat business by adeptly managing diverse clientele in varied settings, fostering harmonious interactions among participants, and ensuring equitable experiences for all attendees, regardless of their skill levels, thereby fostering enduring customer loyalty and satisfaction.●Facilitated interactive team-building workshops incorporating cooking scenarios to strengthen trust, improve communication, and enhance collaboration within diverse groups. Led participants through culinary activities designed to promote teamwork, problem-solving, and effective communication while emphasizing the importance of individual contributions to collective success.

National Live

Completed a full-stack Java coding boot camp to learn how to develop dynamic web-based software systems using the Java programming language and platform with 800+ hours of lecture. Below is a list of projects I've completed.● Virtual Vending Machine: A simulated vending machine written in Java. Able to make purchases, keep track of inventory, and maintain a persistent log and sales report file.● TEnmo : Implemented RESTful API principles, OOP, and integration testing to create an online payment calculator. Includes registration login system sends/receives/transfers payments, views transactions, logs HTTP response errors, and tests with the DAO integration approach.● Comic Book Collection Application: Developed, designed, and implemented a comic book collection management application utilizing Vue.js, Java, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and Spring Boot. Integrated Public API data to enhance collection item import and display.

Barbuzzo Private Events/Little Nonnas/Bud & Marilyn'S

●Led the end-to-end management of a year-long project for a new restaurant, overseeing construction, vendor coordination, menu development, staff hiring, and training. Executed comprehensive project plans, facilitated cross-functional meetings to ensure alignment on operational needs, and effectively communicated with stakeholders to achieve project objectives while demonstrating adaptability and resilience in navigating challenges.●Demonstrated versatility, dedication, and adaptability by seamlessly transitioning into various roles across the organization, leading by example, and fostering a hard work and determination culture, while also supporting diverse operational needs as the primary point of contact for a multi-restaurant group, managing tasks ranging from customer relations to inventory management and operational logistics, consistently showcasing reliability and serving as a go-to problem-solver. ● Streamlined restaurant operations by establishing clear communication channels and centralizing vendor selection, resulting in optimized procurement processes and competitive pricing. Orchestrated culinary operations across six restaurants, leading teams to deliver exceptional service to an average of 1000 guests per night while spearheading the development of my current role within the organization.● Performed supervisory inspections across multiple restaurants, monitoring service quality and conducting detailed performance evaluations. Collaborated with chefs to develop improvement strategies and provided comprehensive reports on business resources such as sales and labor costs, facilitating informed decision-making for stakeholders.

Greater Philadelphia Area

● Fulfilling management responsibilities such as opening and closing the restaurant, taking inventory, ordering inputs, supervised staff of 35.●Partnered with Iron Chef Jose Garces to develop authentic Spanish tapas menu items, translating authentic food into a product with mass appeal that was efficient and cost-effective to produce. ● Managed and optimized food and labor costs consistently, collaborating with colleagues and statkeholders to achieve monthly cost targets.

Orvieto, Umbria, Italy

During my time in Italy, I had the incredible opportunity to immerse myself in the rich culinary traditions of this gastronomic paradise. Under the guidance of skilled Italian chefs, I honed my culinary skills, learned the art of making fresh pasta, and discovered the importance of using locally sourced, high-quality ingredients. It was a transformative experience that deepened my appreciation for Italian cuisine and its emphasis on simplicity and authenticity.

Tech Elevator ~ National Live Remote, Java Web Application Development Bootcamp

A full-stack Java coding bootcamp to learn how to develop dynamic web-based software systems using the Java programming language.

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Culinary Arts And Hospitality Managment

Activities and Societies: Farming club, bread club, chocolate clubCulinary Institute of America at Greystone in the Napa Valley.