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Benjamin Jones

Benjamin Jones

CLAYTON,NC

Summary

Motivated Real Estate Professional dedicated to giving clients first-class service and honest advice to enable sound financial decision-making in sales and purchases of real estate. Personable and ethical professional with years of comprehensive experience buying and selling properties on behalf of clients. Versed in contract negotiation, contract management and prospecting.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Licensed Real Estate Agent

Compass Real Estate
New York, NY
10.2022 - Current
  • Developed and maintained relationships with existing clients to ensure repeat business.
  • Utilized market research to evaluate and determine optimal property pricing using MLS listings and public records.
  • Demonstrated strong negotiation skills resulting in closed sales deals
  • Provided accurate estimates of property values to customers based on current market conditions.
  • Interacted with appraisers, home inspectors, title companies, mortgage brokers, attorneys, and surveyors during the course of a transaction.
  • Enhanced sales opportunities by counseling new buyers.

Stay at Home Dad /Stay at Home Dad /In-Home Caregiver

Self-employed
New York, NY
05.2006 - 10.2022
  • Assisted senior client in completing essential daily tasks like bathing, dressing, and grooming.
  • Provided companionship for senior client by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
  • Transported clients to doctor appointments and other errands.
  • Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
  • Ensured timely administration of prescribed medications as per care plan instructions.

Project Manager

IV247 design LLC
New York, NY
05.2013 - 10.2018
  • Conducted regular status meetings with internal teams and external partners to track progress against established milestones.
  • Analyzed data from various sources such as surveys, interviews, focus groups. to inform decision-making related to projects.
  • Developed and maintained project plans, timelines, and budgets.
  • Created and implemented processes to ensure successful completion of projects.
  • Collaborated closely with senior management on long-term strategic planning initiatives related to projects in development or execution stages.

Director of Sales and Marketing

Solarron Solar
New York, NY
04.2014 - 06.2016
  • Developed and implemented sales strategies to increase market share.
  • Identified and developed new markets for products or services.
  • Monitored industry trends and competitor activities to stay ahead of the competition.
  • Organized trade shows and other events as a means of increasing visibility in the marketplace.

Freelance Chef / Consultant

Various High Volume Caterers in NYC metro area
New York, NY
2003 - 2007
  • Conducted food tastings with clients to help them select the best options for their menus.
  • Provided training and guidance to chefs on proper cooking techniques, sanitation, safety protocols, and plate presentation.
  • Designed menus based on customer preferences, budget constraints, seasonal ingredients, and desired cuisine types.
  • Analyzed data from customer feedback surveys to identify areas of improvement in service or quality of food offerings.
  • Audited existing restaurants' kitchens for compliance with health codes, safety regulations, and operational procedures.
  • Implemented processes designed to streamline workflow within various departments within a restaurant environment.
  • Created new menu items, managed food expenses and supervised quality to ensure adherence to standards.
  • Monitored kitchen area and staff to maintain overall safety and establish proper food handling techniques.

Executive Chef

Ceasar Monroy Caterers
New York, NY
2002 - 2004
  • Directed kitchen staff in food preparation and presentation to ensure high quality standards were met.
  • Supervised the selection, training, scheduling, and performance of kitchen personnel.
  • Monitored inventory levels of all food items to ensure adequate supplies are available at all times.
  • Ensured compliance with health department regulations by implementing proper sanitation procedures.
  • Planned weekly production schedules to maximize efficiency while minimizing waste.
  • Created new menu items, managed food expenses and supervised quality to ensure adherence to standards.

Education

Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts

New York Restaurant School (The Art Institute)
NY, NY

Real Estate Sales And Purchase

New York Real Estate Institute
NYC/Online
08-2022

Skills

  • Active New York Real Estate License
  • Certified Negotiation Expert (CNE)
  • Contract Negotiation
  • Social Media Promotion
  • Open House Hosting
  • Local Market Expertise
  • Seller Representation
  • Buyer Representation
  • Fair Housing Regulations
  • Lead Follow Up
  • Lease Agreements
  • Highly Professional
  • Customer-focused
  • Tactful and diplomatic
  • Customer consulting
  • Creative problem solving
  • Customer service

Affiliations

  • REBNY - Real Estate Board of New York

Accomplishments

  • Designed logo and marketing materials for Multi media co.
  • Completed the "Spartan" race in Tuxedo NY 2013

Certification

Licensed NY Real estate professional

Certified Negotiations Expert

Certified by the NYC health department in Sanitation and Food Protection

References

References available upon request.

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Interests

Reading

Music

Arts and Culture

Timeline

Licensed Real Estate Agent

Compass Real Estate
10.2022 - Current

Director of Sales and Marketing

Solarron Solar
04.2014 - 06.2016

Project Manager

IV247 design LLC
05.2013 - 10.2018

Stay at Home Dad /Stay at Home Dad /In-Home Caregiver

Self-employed
05.2006 - 10.2022

Freelance Chef / Consultant

Various High Volume Caterers in NYC metro area
2003 - 2007

Executive Chef

Ceasar Monroy Caterers
2002 - 2004

Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts

New York Restaurant School (The Art Institute)

Real Estate Sales And Purchase

New York Real Estate Institute
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