Hi, I’m
ASHLEY WILLIAMS
Banquet Manager
South Bend,IN
Summary
Hands-on Banquet Manager overseeing successful set up of functions, meetings and events. Maintains productive relationships with internal and external staff and vendors to spearhead collaborative efforts. Creates and embodies guest satisfaction by demonstrating high hospitality standards and delivering positive guest experiences.
Overview
9
years of professional experience
2
Certification
Work History
Hotel Elkhart
Banquet Manager
08.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Set up and broke down conference and banquet rooms to meet facility standards and specifications.
- Organized banquet storage and surrounding areas to facilitate access to products and materials.
- Hired, trained and scheduled staff to maintain adequate coverage for successful operations.
- Established and maintained equipment inventory for accurate tracking, record keeping and to avoid loss.
- Negotiated with vendors to obtain favorable rates for goods and services while maintaining good working relationships.
- Oversaw timeliness and quality of food delivery at high-volume events.
- Liaised with catering department about event changes and implemented requested adjustments.
NAVARRE HOSPITALITY GROUP
Event Specialist
05.2014 - 07.2022
Job overview
- Successfully and efficiently managed more than 200 events in 2021 per customer guidelines
- Assigned tasks and oversaw the direction of employees to ensure compliance with food safety procedures and quality control guidelines
- Ensured proper cleanliness was maintained in all areas of bar, kitchen, and front of house
- Reviewed and recorded food, liquor, and kitchen inventory
- Managed event logistics and operations
- Planned large-scale events such as trade shows, conferences and meetings
Gordman's
Assistant Store Manager
02.2019 - 01.2020
Job overview
- Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities
- Supervised, scheduled and evaluated staff to help improve skills
- Interviewed, hired and trained staff associates and equipped to comply with company policies and procedures
- Developed innovative and creative merchandise displays to drive point-of-sale purchases.
Education
Elkhart Memorial High School
High School Diploma
06.2013
Skills
- Proficient in banquet operations and off-site catering
- Proficiency in inventory and ordering
- Ability to handle fast-paced environment
- Exceptional multi-tasker
- Efficient with Microsoft Office
- Staff Leadership
- Schedule Coordination
- Liquor Law Compliance
Certification
- IN Liquor Permit - 2016
- ServSafe Certification - 2020
Timeline
Banquet Manager
Hotel Elkhart
08.2022 - Current
Assistant Store Manager
Gordman's
02.2019 - 01.2020
Event Specialist
NAVARRE HOSPITALITY GROUP
05.2014 - 07.2022
Elkhart Memorial High School
High School Diploma