Andrew Bridges
Event Coordinator
Aberdeen,WA
Summary
Creative and self-directed event coordinator with four months of experience creating strategic alliances with organizational leaders to align with and support key business initiatives for on-time, under-budget event completion. Organized and ambitious planner with expertise in managing costs and budgets while establishing partnerships with vendors for optimal savings. Customer-oriented time manager and decisive leader.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Event Coordinator
Grays Harbor College
Aberdeen, WA
08.2021 - Current
- Managed event logistics and operations.
- Selected and ordered décor and event materials.
- Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking and event promotions.
- Performed event coordination for larger parties and gatherings.
Restaurant Busser
Casa Mia Of Hoquiam
Hoquiam, WA
11.2018 - 05.2020
- Maintained adequate levels of condiments and well-stocked drink stations to keep service flowing smoothly.
- Kept close eye on customers to quickly spot leaving guests and clear tables for future patrons.
- Worked quickly, communicated with other staff and always looked for better ways of completing tasks to improve productivity and keep tables ready for incoming guests.
- Provided respectful and courteous bussing services while operating within active dining rooms.
Pantry Chef
Casa Mia Of Hoquiam
Hoquiam, WA
07.2018 - 05.2020
- Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activity.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
Education
Associate of Science - Biology
Grays Harbor College
Aberdeen, WA 09.2020 - Current
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Grays Harbor College
Aberdeen, WA 09.2020 - 03.2022
Skills
Event sales
Health, hotel and food service regulations
Vendor and contract negotiations
Events logistics management
Marketing and advertising
Timeline
Event Coordinator
Grays Harbor College
08.2021 - Current
Associate of Science - Biology
Grays Harbor College
09.2020 - Current
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Grays Harbor College
09.2020 - 03.2022
Restaurant Busser
Casa Mia Of Hoquiam
11.2018 - 05.2020
Pantry Chef
Casa Mia Of Hoquiam
07.2018 - 05.2020