event director resume example with 8+ years of experience
JessicaClaire
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Summary
Organized Event Director bringing 5 years of experience coordinating and executing large and small scale events. Builds value by researching vendor brand values to create inclusive promotional strategies and building rapport with venue management and personnel to foster seamless collaboration between departments.
Skills
Meeting Support
Client Relations
Administrative Recordkeeping
Program Planning and Development
Budget Planning and Administration
Staff Leadership
Catering Oversight
Event Billing
Payment Approval
Complaint Resolution
Staff Training
Agenda Setting
Contract Negotiation
Display Creation
Multitasking and Prioritization
Food Service Oversight
Team Leadership and Motivation
Public Relations
Critical Thinking
Time Management
Independent Thinking
Creativity and Adaptability
Decision Making
Conflict Resolution
Employee Training
Service Oriented
Experience
Event Director, 01/2018 to Current Restaurant Management Search – Tuscaloosa, AL,
Met with service providers to evaluate offerings and pricing structures.
Coordinated event catering, signage, displays, security and transportation for participants.
Organized venues, budgets, guest lists, catering and event timelines.
Designed contracts, collected fees and booked venues for events.
Assessed events planning services and related costs.
Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
Juggled multiple projects and tasks to ensure high quality and timely delivery.
Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs.
Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
Improved operations by working with team members and customers to find workable solutions.
Motivated and encouraged team members to communicate more openly and constructively with each other.
Food and Beverage Manager, 11/2016 to 01/2018 Pier 98 – City, STATE,
Developed and implemented budgets, met or exceeded sales targets, hired, trained and supervised 8 team members and fulfilled dining needs and desires of patrons.
Evaluated and analyzed levels of guest satisfaction and focused on continuous improvement and innovative foodservice solutions.
Moved throughout dining and kitchen areas, visually monitored alignment with food quality and service standards and took relevant corrective actions.
Wrote and communicated clearly, understood internal documents and reports and interacted professionally with guests and employees.
Designed exceptional menus, purchased superior goods, continuously improved and modernized operations and liaised between guests, service staff and kitchen.
Consistently maintained high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage and sanitation of food and beverage products to ensure quality.
Trained front-of-house staff on restaurant policies and procedures, guest service techniques and communication skills to promote positive experiences.
Resolved problems or concerns to satisfaction of involved parties.
Exhibited thorough knowledge of foods, beverages, supervisory duties, service techniques and guest interactions.
Restaurant Manager\Night Club Manager, 08/2014 to 11/2016 The Black Sheep Night Club – City, STATE,
Communicated well and used strong interpersonal skills to establish positive relationships with guests and employees.
Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
Trained workers in food preparation, money handling and cleaning roles to facilitate restaurant operations.
Prepared employee schedules to maintain appropriate staffing levels during peak periods.
Scheduled and directed staff in daily work assignments to maximize productivity.
Resolved and investigated complaints regarding service, food quality and accommodations.
Enforced sanitary practices for food handling, general cleanliness and maintenance of dining and kitchen areas.
Directed and coordinated restaurant activities to obtain optimum customer service and strong employee development.
Counseled and disciplined staff to address issues promptly and provide constructive feedback.
Worked in close collaboration with team members to ensure customers received high-quality service.
Assisted staff by serving food and beverages or bussing tables.
Took note of local competition and successful marketing strategies to increase profit.
Removed unruly patrons to achieve safe and positive work environment.
Marketed and highlighted social events by coordinating with internal teams.
Coordinated menus, wine lists and allergy options for large events.
Education and Training
GED: , Expected in 05/2008 to Homeschooled - Hattiesburg, MS, GPA:
: , Expected in to Jones County Junior College - Ellisville, MS GPA:
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