Solicit and respond to leads by telephone, email or direct conversations. Detailed sales and planning of catered events such as grand openings, charity functions, meetings, weddings, reunions, etc. New account development and existing client service. Consistently high ranking sales performance. Responsible for revenues exceeding $750,000 in 2005 (37% increase over previous year). Coordinate food, beverage, rentals, decorations, entertainment, staffing and all other items for special catered events.

Assisted with sales, new business development and ultimately management of this successful endeavor, specializing in corporate catering events. Multiple areas of accountability included taking and processing orders, event and menu planning, deliveries, staff training/scheduling, advertising, accounts receivable and ordering supplies (linens, desserts, rentals etc.) Maintained detailed computerized client files. Delivered presentations and prepared proposals to businesses, incorporating menu sampling. Represented the company at trade and bridal shows. Previous experience encompassed 10 years in fine dining establishments as lead server, banquet server, and bartender and table side service.