Blake Cala
Hog Island Inc./ C.K.Pearl
Gloucester,MA
16
years of professional experience
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Eager to learn any and all software and technology related to the position. A driven leader with strong problem-solving and customer service skills. Dedicated to providing the highest level of service to clients as well as staff.
Work History
Restaurant Manager/Waitress/Catering/Private Event
10 Years 11 Months- Developed and implemented staff training programs, enhancing team performance and customer satisfaction.
- Collaborated with culinary team to design seasonal menus, aligning offerings with customer preferences and trends.
- Managed daily operations to ensure a high level of efficiency, consistency, and quality in both food and service.
- Worked/Managed Private events in house.
- Helped create Event Sheets/BEO/worked with Executive Chef to help maintain proper pricing and ordering.
- Well versed in many client contract systems for events.
Event Manager/Talent Buyer
16 Years 4 Months- Managed event budgets to align expenditures with financial projections.
- Managed administrative logistics of event, event booking and event promotions.
- Utilized job related software to create standard guidelines, calendars and budgets.
- Coordinated with marketing team to publicize the event.
- Nurtured and built relationships with talent and vendors.
- Created and executed production specs and advance sheets prior to event/show.
- Created and executed contract systems for musicians.
Education
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Skills
Event management/planning/execution
Organizational skills
Client relations/relationship building
Creative/Innovative
Time management
Adaptable/Eager to learn
Seasoned in the hospitality industry
Timeline
Restaurant Manager/Waitress/Catering/Private Event
Hog Island Inc./ C.K.Pearl
10.2015 - CurrentRead More
Event Manager/Talent Buyer
Serenitee Restaurant Group
09.2010 - 01.2027Read More
Rhode Island College
Associate of Arts from General Studies
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