Locksley Blanchard Email & Phone Number

Pinehurst, North Carolina, United States

Asheville, North Carolina, United States

Asheville, North Carolina

Asheville, North Carolina Area

Asheville, North Carolina Area

Greater New York City Area

Greater New York City Area

-Direct in all corporate and social event operations-Maintain and evolve standards for "5 Diamond" service-Manage supervisors and support staff in execution of events-Focus on presentation of product to showcase full potential-Encourage respectful working practices for a mixed venue staff-Succeed in creating a point of reference for local competitors-Praise in the overall reaction of each client's experience

Greater New York City Area

-Responsible for all banquet operations for 20K+ square feet of event spaces-Oversee functions including corporate, business and entertainment meetings, weddings and social events-Ensure each employee is fully prepared for their tasks and working to their maximum potential-Scheduling while following standard A list and B list rotations and union policies-Closing duties including posting and adjust banquet checks, room resets and organizing equipment pulls-Success with clients needs and requests while maintaining high standards of service and polished presentation of food and amenities

Greater New York City Area

-Oversee all F&B outlet operations and staff-Ensure each staff member is fully prepared and working to their maximum potential-Handle any guest complaints or issues that may arrive and ensure the outcome is suitable for each guests needs-Responsible for the appearance and presentation of the bar and restaurant; address any and all issues of cleanliness, functionality and performance-Asked to facilitate in Food and Beverage manager responsibilities including coverage, schedule issues and events preparation and execution-Currently working toward food safety and fire director certification-Recently provided cost saving ideas such as increasing the efficiency of lighting plans and new higher profit margin inventory options

Greater New York City Area

-Office and floor manager for multimillion dollar restaurant-Oversee day to day operations of mixed staff -Respond to guest concerns and questions-HR recruitment, training, performance, incentives and discipline-Work alongside restaurant staff and coordinate with private events -Handling of cash and daily money reports and drops

Greater New York City Area

-Met daily with clients and designers-Accountable for sales performance, purchase orders and inventory-Worked with hospitality institutions-Answered calls and emails regarding product ordering-On site consulting and design assistance

Master'S Certificate, Essentials Of Hospitality Management

Ba, History & Dramatic Arts

Gap Certification, Golf Course Operation And Grounds Management

Master'S Certificate, Hospitality Administration/Management