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FREELANCE EVENT COORDINATOR
Summary
Passionate restaurant professional seeking an events management position in an elegant fine-dining establishment.
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Experience
Aimbridge HospitalityChicago , ILFreelance Event Coordinator05/2014 to Current
- Wedding coordination specializing in Day-of Coordination and Design
- Manage vendors day-of wedding to ensure success of event
- Design and conceptualize overall look of venue
- Structure event from start to finish to provide a successful wedding
- Staff Management
AzaBirmingham , ALCatering Sales Manager01/2012 to 08/2012
- Catering Management: BEO creation and management, site visits, tastings, client satisfaction from start to finish of event.
- Designed Marketing materials to maximize revenue for new and existing clients.
- Scheduled and supervised all catering staff
- Opened restaurant daily
Sorrel River RanchMoab , UTJunior Event Coordinator06/2010 to 03/2011
- Assisted coordinating on site events including: THE Orange County Breast Cancer Fundraiser, Bravo's Shear Genius Wedding, Marcel's Quantum Kitchen Food Network.
- On-Site vendor management
- PR: Manage publication lists, write press released, creation of vision boards for presentations
Urbana Country ClubUrbana , ILJunior Event Coordinator11/2008 to 08/2009
- Assisted in coordinating private events including: Kate Hudson's Surprise 30th birthday party, Josh Lieberman's Industry Party, Liv Green Launch Party, Kyle McLauglin's 50th birthday
- Guest list management
- Vendor management: placed orders, confirmed deliveries, on-site management
The Cannery Seafood Of The PacificCity , STATELead Server and Trainer04/2008 to Current
- Maintained detailed knowledge of menu items and ingredients to drive sales and maximize the customers dining experience
- Collaborated with the kitchen through POS and verbally to ensure customer satisfaction
- Acquired loyal customers and received outstanding reviews over eight years
Make-A-Wish-FoundationCity , STATESpecial Events Intern04/2008 to 09/2008
- In charge of summer of events including: The Old Glory 4th of July boat parade in Newport Beach, Make-A-Wish wild rivers event
- Participated in client meetings and on-site preparation
- Designed personal invitations and managed guest list
- Researched and coordinated sponsorships needed for success
- Managed volunteers: Staffing, scheduling, job placement
KimeraCity , STATEFine Dining Server08/2007 to 04/2008
- Accurately recorded orders and partnered with team members to serve food and beverages that exceeded guests' expectations.
- Assisted guests with making menu choices in an informative and helpful fashion.
- Trained new employees
555 East Prime SteakhouseCity , STATEFine Dining Server10/2006 to 08/2007
- Executed daily menu presentation and shared distinguished knowledge of certified Angus prime beef and other gourmet menu items
- Provided wine presentations and recommendations to a discerning clientele
- Delivered exceptional service by greeting and serving customers in a timely, friendly manner.
Education
Bachelor of Arts:Communications with emphasis in Event Management2009California State University, City, State, USA
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School Attended
- California State University
Job Titles Held:
- Freelance Event Coordinator
- Catering Sales Manager
- Junior Event Coordinator
- Lead Server and Trainer
- Special Events Intern
- Fine Dining Server
Degrees
- Bachelor of Arts : Communications with emphasis in Event Management 2009
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