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Michigan City, Indiana, United States

-Assembly, Production, and Shipment of Demo Prototypes-Market Research and Prospect Qualification projects as assigned-Prototype Styling for Photo and Video Marketing Campaigns-Recipe Development and Flavor Profiling -Data Entry and CRM Management for Optimizing Sales Team Productivity-Assist team members with various other projects as necessary

Long Beach, Indiana

• Work closely with Limelight Executive Chef to:o Implement opening, operating, closing, and inventory procedureso Have complete understanding of menu offerings and any/all food allergenso Interview and on-board all.
• Manage inventory of all merchandise and create local marketing campaigns
• Identify and maintain desirable atmosphere both indoor and outdoor for dining and gathering
• Oversee all cash handling and maintain POS
• Promote and practice safe work habits, health department code, and building maintenance
• Cultivate community relationships with vendors and individuals

Chicago, Illinois, United States

• Full oversight of Off-Premise catering events including:o Work closely with Sales Team, Chef/Kitchen, and service staff to ensure smooth event executiono Check menu items prior to departure from Production Kitchen to.
• Attend various staff meetings as required for training
• Promptly alert management of any workplace or service issues
• Cultivate and maintain repeat client relationships

Oak Brook, Illinois

• Full-time commissioned Salesperson with a specialty in Men’s Furnishings.
• Assist customers throughout department and store through purchase cycle while upholding the Nordstrom brand pillars of excellent customer service.
• Continued learning of product knowledge and new product specifications to answer customer questions.
• Follow up with clients to ensure orders are delivered and garments/products are to the customer’s satisfaction.
• Work with in-house tailors to provide style and proper fit of clothes to individuals.
• Generate and maintain customer lists and relationships to build individual book of clientele.

San Francisco Bay Area

• Full comprehension of the on-demand food delivery platform UberEATS
• Responsible for maintaining ethical integrity and professionalism while cold calling restaurants to get them to join the program.
• Upheld call volume of 40-50 calls and 70-80 minutes of talk time daily.
• Maintained the highest percentage commission rate closed among the sales team at 30.01% with 74 total restaurants on-boarded during tenure.
• Negotiated commission rates, drew up contracts, and maintained positive client relationships in a fast-paced technology startup.
• Participated in numerous weekly collaboration meetings to improve both user and restaurant needs & expectations of platform’s performance.

Chicago

• Assisted Events & Communication Manager in all aspects of the primary fundraising event-Ride For AIDS Chicago (RFAC) Duties Included:o Recruiting and Registering participants and volunteerso Arranging supplies and.
• Assisted with community outreach activities, event planning, and database/data entry
• Maintained required records, files, and forms in accordance with local, state, and federal guidelines
• Assisted Event Production Agency (E360) as required

San Francisco Bay Area

Provide exquisite banquet experiences that are expected from a luxury brand hotel. Work directly with the Banquet Manager and other supporting departments to deliver the best possible service to our guests.

Plan and assist brides and grooms as needed during the planning and execution of their wedding including: dress selection, tuxedo rentals, invitations, flower arrangements, venue selection and menu. Offer advice on popular trends in wedding receptions. Day of the event, stay on location and ensure that the event goes according to plan and make necessary.

Chicago Illinois

Demonstrated passion for personalized service to numerous daily events for a convention hotel, ranging in size of up to 2,500 guests.Responsible for scheduling, conducting monthly departmental meetings, training of associates, maintaining front and back of house operations, evaluating guest satisfaction surveys, networking, and client relations.Dynamic.

Chicago, IL

Seasonal restaurant and bar manager of high-volume establishment on Navy Pier. Involved in daily operations including: completion of daily floor chart, accounting for sufficient inventory, pre-service meetings, and overall supervision of bar and wait staff. Managed customer relations and assisted the General Manager as needed.

Full Time Server and Bartender at a reputable restaurant downtown Chicago. Operate a large sit-up bar as well as the service bar within the restaurant. Wait on tables as designated by our floor manager and also serve banquets and private parties. Utilize customer service to ensure a professional environment is maintained while providing excellent service.

Purdue Memorial Union

Involved in daily events, both on and off premise,from setup through cleanup. Manage student staff from 3 to 25 servers throughout event duration. Complete various other tasks including maintaining a ServSafe environment, taking inventory, assessing and completing direct reports performance reviews and working on miscellaneous projects for the department.

Promoted to department Steward for showing dedication and a good work ethic. Performed necessary duties as the department's Steward. Also designed and maintained promotional marketing display cases throughout the building. Supervised staff on small events (75 people or less) and acted as a Waiter Captain when needed.

Assisted in all aspects for catered events including bartending, serving, preparation, and clean up. Managed a number of events during this time as a Waiter Captain and supervised student staff. Worked with clients and contacts while maintaining a professional demeanor.

Performed necessary duties as a server including table setting, proper 3 course service and clearing, tear down and cleanup. Obtained Indiana State Liquor License to become a bartender and serve drinks appropriately.

Bachelor Of Arts, Public Relations And Rhetorical Advocacy

Activities and Societies: Phi Kappa Theta Fraternity-Social Chair

High School Diploma, General Studies