Venue Coordinator Resume Example The Kaaterskill Inn

VENUE COORDINATOR

Summary

Energetic, adaptable, motivated coordinator who is highly organized and skilled at balancing the needs of clients in both personal and professional capacities. Client-focused and particularly talented in the areas of active listening, communication, and building relationships.

Skills

Fast learning
Excellent verbal communication
Coordination skills
Creative problem solving
Client focused

Strong organizational skills
Active listening
Exceptional customer care skills
Excellent writing skills
Self motivated

Experience

Venue Coordinator02/2013 to CurrentThe Kaaterskill InnCatskill, NY

Through tours of property and relationship building with potential clients, successfully booked entire 2014 wedding season
Maintained consistent communication with clients and vendors through email and phone
Created and implemented dynamic client database organizational system
Worked closely with on site team at each event to maintain property, troubleshoot and problem solve, and keep everything running smoothly
Resolved client and guest complaints and concerns, maintaining a positive experience for all venue patrons.
Consistently recognized by clients for providing superior customer service

Culinary Instructor01/2013 to CurrentPace University Briarcliff Manor, NY

Designed and conducted an ongoing workshop to a diverse group of early college students on the topic of healthy cooking and eating
Instructed students individually and within group context using various teaching methods such as discussion, demonstration, and hands on participation
Observed students to determine limitations, abilities, preferences, and interests
Successfully exposed students to new concepts and information
Empowered students to take ownership over their choices and their health
Received high remarks for the creativity of classes and instructional techniques from students and faculty.

Culinary Instructor08/2012 to 08/2013Trinity ChurchNew York City, NY

Designed and conducted an ongoing bi-monthly baking workshop for a diverse group of students

Event Coordinator and Designer06/2012 to CurrentFreelanceSaugerties, NY

Consulted and collaborated with clients to achieve results based on their objectives and visions
Assertively gathered vital information about each event project from clients and key vendors
Proposed new ideas to improve the planning and implementation process
Created dynamic project organization systems, timelines, and production schedules
Delegated key projects and managed teams based on the specific needs of each event
Assisted clients with negotiations for contracts and budgets
Served as key liaison between clients, venue, and vendors throughout the planning process and at the event
Managed all aspects of onsite production and break down for events

Head Bartender/Staff Supervisor02/2003 to 04/2012The Bowery BallroomNew York City, NY

Developed high level of rapport with diverse customer base by handling difficult issues with professionalism and kindness
Supervised new staff training
Resolved customer questions, issues, and complaints
Provided consistently excellent service under challenging conditions

Education and Training

Chefs Training Program: Culinary Arts2010The Natural Gourmet InstituteNew York, NY

Bachelor of Arts: Liberal Arts2007The New SchoolNew York, NY, USA

Minor in Creative Writing

Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

The Kaaterskill Inn
Pace University
Trinity Church
Freelance
The Bowery Ballroom

School Attended

The Natural Gourmet Institute
The New School

Job Titles Held:

Venue Coordinator
Culinary Instructor
Event Coordinator and Designer
Head Bartender/Staff Supervisor

Degrees

Chefs Training Program : Culinary Arts 2010
Bachelor of Arts : Liberal Arts 2007

Venue Coordinator Resume Example

Resume Score: 70%

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