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Conyers, Ga, Us

Gainesville, Fl, Us

Project Engineer on $100,000,000 Multi School Project site. Approximately 400,000 sq. ft.Compose and distribute RFI's.Request view and process submittals.Coordinate walkthru's with sub's, architect's, and engineers.Assists Project Managers with maintaining job information and with complex project tasks.Assists with reports and documentation.Assists Project Management team with customer requests for bids.Assist Project Management team with maintaining critical and current job information.Assist Project Managers with various project administration responsibilities.Manage projects from inception to completion as assigned by Senior Project Management.Actively seek new customers and opportunities with existing customers to meet Company revenue goals.Assist with maintaining an efficient and effective office environment.Identifies priority and long lead items and expedites the review and approval of submittals.Manages the flow of information between the owner, architect, subcontractors, and project team.Attend project meetings, create meeting agenda as well as keep accurate meeting minutes while ensuring good follow-up so that issues are addressed in a timely manner.Responsible for knowing and understanding fully the “Scopes of Work” for the subcontractors onsite.Facilitate and support management and field supervision staff as required.

Gainesville, Fl, Us

Project Engineer on $100,000,000 Multi School Project site. Approximately 400,000 sq. ft.Assist with the flow of information between the owner, architect, subcontractors, andproject teamEnsure client needs are exceeded throughout the course of deliveryMaintain clear communication between the project teamResponsible for knowing and understanding fully the “Scopes of Work” for thesubcontractors onsiteTimely transmit all official contract documents to required partiesGenerate RFI’s and track through submission, review, and distributionMaintain the Record Drawings and ASI, CCD, RFI, and Field Order logsParticipate in ongoing training effortsResponsible for creating the filing system and maintaining all filesResponsible for creating the submittal log, reviewing submittals and follow through of theapproval processIdentifies priority and long lead items and expedites the review and approval of submittalsEnsure approved submittals are distributed to all required parties in a timely manner, andmaintained in the file system and project management databaseRegularly attend meetings with the Project Manager and generate the minutes of eachmeetingAssist with the close out process and ensure completion in a timely and organized mannerAssist with the punch listPerform periodic interior QC walksAssist with the LEED programs, ensure compliance, record keeping, and posting as requiredUnderstand and utilize the Company Policy and Procedures Manual and Best PracticesGuidelines including Master Forms LibraryAssist with the spreadsheet(s) to help compare proposals that have been submitted bysubcontractors or vendors to determine the best options during pre conRead and understand Terracon, Dulohery Weeks reports amongst othersAssist with Pre Bid and Bid Day CoordinationAutoDesk Build, REVU, E Builder proficiency

Fort Lauderdale , Florida, Us

Judge of the bartending competition for teams and individuals from various Caribbean countries to include teams from Puerto Rico, USVI, BVI, Trinidad and Tobago, Antigua and Barbuda, Barbados, Jamaica, Aruba, Anguilla, St. Maarten, Curacao, Bahamas, St Lucia, Bonaire, Bermuda and The Cayman Islands. Categories included Best Non Alcoholic, Best Rum and Best Vodka CocktailsWorked as a main point of contact between competition judges, volunteers from local culinary schools and event organizers with the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism AssociationAssisted well-known chefs with food preparation, food choice, assembly, vendor set-up, and product displaysManaged relationships and communications with food and beverage distributors, industry purveyors, vendors, and hotel staff.

Chicago, Il, Us

■ Verification and periodic inventory of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages to include beer, liquor, wine, mixers and soft drinks■ Responsible for beverage order entry, delivery, and fulfillment to customers at MBS events ■ Ensure guest satisfaction conflict resolution while in attendance of Mercedes Benz Stadium events ■ Ensure food and beverage quality, which include order expediting, taste, room set up, and correct holding temperature of ordered meals. ■ Supervise 10 -20 suite attendants and runners ensuring guest and attendee satisfaction

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■ Make cocktails and beverage per bar recipe and customer specification■ Conceptualize specialty and craft cocktails for specific events ■ Manage and supervise bar staff to provide exceptional customer experience during events■ Verify accuracy of beer, wine, and liquor counts to ensure inventory levels and liquor cost

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Prepare beverages according to recipes and customer satisfaction Manage a team of servers and bar staff to provide superior execution of catered and bartended events

Conyers, Ga, Us

■ Ensure on-time and accurate production of FDA and non FDA regulated cleaners sanitizers and chemical compounds■ Supervise personnel to ensure products are produced per FDA specification ■ Calibrate filling equipment to correct settings for optimum product fill levels ■ Coordinate and verify with on site quality control (QC) lab to ensure compounds are at correct ph and acidic levels ■ Responsible for upkeep of filling machinery ■ Responsible for safe discarding of hazardous and non hazardous chemicals■ Maintain a clean, safe and sanitary work station per FDA regulations■ Periodic employee placement and adjustment of duties to account for production

Bethesda, Md, Us

Atlanta, Ga, Us

Senior Assistant Manager to General Manager of Concessions International at Cyril E King Airport St Thomas USVI.Manage at 3 restaurant and grab and go outlets Manage Cruzan Rum concept restaurant Manager of Assistant Managers and Shift Leaders and approximately 50 employeesReview and analyzes P & L statements and other operating reports Develop and manage relationship with airport management and applicable authorities Manage the operation to deliver Superior Guest Service by performing the following duties: manage the day-to-day operations of the unit’s performance and quality of products and services. Manages quality of product to ensure compliance with company, franchise, brand/concept, and regulatory agency requirements.Implementation of food safety and food handling process.Manage price, vendor, and supply chain to ensure quality and efficient pricing of restaurant supplies and equipment.Average daily customer count to exceed 1,500 patrons to also range upwards of 3 - 4K per day per weekend during "busy season"Check dollar average = $15 approximately Analyze and reduce labor cost and improve profitability of restaurantsServSafe for Manager CertificationData Central knowledge

Chicago, Il, Us

Supervision of suite attendees during Georgia Dome events, ensuring guest satisfaction Monitoring of 10 - 20 guest suites during Georgia Dome events.Pre and post game inspection of suites ensuring of cleanliness.Check suites for food and beverage order accuracy, presentation, and food handling safety.Upsell of Levy menu items.

Stamford, Ct, Us

Task Force Bartender at the W Downtown and Atlanta Perimeter Suites Prepare beverages according to recipes and customer satisfaction

Stamford, Ct, Us

Participated and completed Starwood Hotels Associate Development Program concentration included Food and Beverage, Culinary, Six Sigma, Kaizen, Guest Services; Finance, and other ongoing training

Stamford, Ct, Us

2010 Meeting Planner Satisfaction Index score of 4.53 on a 5.0 scaleCreate and manage communication to team members and various departmentsInteract with directors of various departments to ensure alignment of services to exceed client expectationsInteract with customers to ensure a positive and memorable event experience, and to manage on site client eventsConduct quality control inspections of hotel floor, function space, along with banquet and common areasPerform food and product quality inspections, along with audiovisual, lighting, temperature checks, etc. Verify accuracy of room sets via group resumes and profiles, daily events lists and banquet event ordersConduct site tours, market and up sell hotel packages

Englewood, Colorado, Us

Establish, maintain and increase sales with customers in the hotel and lodging industry. This includes pantry, in-room coffee, limited service breakfast and other amenities. Sales territory included Alabama, Florida and Georgia.Consult with customers on profit making strategies for pantry and food service areasYTD Sales Variance 212%Brand flags included Drury Inn, Starwood Hotels and Resorts, Wyndham, IHG, Choice Hotels, Marriott, Best Western and various franchise and independent properties.Use product knowledge and analytical skills to effectively target/prospect customers to increase sales and profitability. Call upon and engage prospective properties, attain 100% of sales quota by closing new accounts. Utilize territory management to efficiently identify and call on customers. Build and effectively maintain relationships with key hospitality management companies, franchise owners, regional operators and brand owners. Work with inside sales representative to cultivate and support customer relationships and ensure seamless hand-off of account management responsibilities. Submit sales reports and other required data via Salesforce.com Develop customer base and establish Vistar as service provider across multiple product lines in hospitality segment.Planogram implementation based on property and brand specsConduct product presentations and provide training on various sales initiatives and programs

Lawrenceville, Ga, Us

GWINNETT TECHNICAL COLLEGE, – HOTEL, RESTAURANT, AND TOURISM MANAGEMENTPHI THETA KAPPA - HONORS SOCIETY 2008 - 2010Certification includeHospitality Events SpecialistFood and Beverage DirectorHotel Manager

Noblesville, In, Us

Ranked #1 SMC Fastenal Support Salesman countrywide via YTD and POS Sales for 2009 sales cycle.Grow market share within sales territory which included the entire state of GA and into western SC. Provided sales and technical support for all Fastenal Company stores BDI USA in Ga. Conduct training and provide technical knowledge on pneumatic applications. Attend trade shows as need to promote SMC. Show cost savings within end user, MRO, and OEM accounts via direct and indirect sales channels.

Grow market share within sales territory which included the entire state of GA and into western SC. Provided sales and technical support for all Fastenal Company stores BDI USA in Ga. Conduct training and provide technical knowledge on pneumatic applications. Attend trade shows as need to promote SMC. Show cost savings within end user, MRO, and OEM accounts via direct and indirect sales channels

Deerfield, Il, Us

Assistant Manager at Walgreens Drug store. Oversaw store operations. Managed staff of up to 15 people including front store crew, and pharmacists. Conduct money drops, cash handling and accounting expertise. Work with vendors to cut down store stock and waste product.

Atlanta, Georgia, Us

Assistant department head of Kitchens and Bath and appliance saes specialist. Provide customer service and support. Provide technical knowledge on applicances. Assist department head and store manager with product marketing strategies to make store profitable. Received awards for sales strategies and accomplishments. Conduct training within store and department

Marietta, Ga, Us

Assist in the recruiting of minorities, and office duties.

Bachelor Of Science, Management

Certificate, Hospitality Administration/Management

Bachelor'S Degree, Management

Commercial Construction Mgt, Commercial Construction