Caroline Farr
Asheville,NC
Summary
I am passionate about the Hospitality and Events industry. I enjoy cultivating memorable experiences and genuine connections. I am interested in applying my creative, collaborative and adaptable skill set to become an asset of any team.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Catering Services Manager
The Omni Grove Park Inn
06.2023 - Current
- Manages all wedding and catering clients with high success rates in guest satisfaction scores.
- Coordinates will all departments of the Resort to effectively communicate groups expectations and details all food and beverage selections on Banquet Event Orders in Sales Force.
Catering Sales and Services Coordinator
The Omni Grove Park Inn
02.2023 - 06.2023
- Assisted Catering and Convention Managers with daily tasks including conducting daily reports and communicating changes to all departments.
Restaurant Events Coordinator
The Omni Grove Park Inn
01.2022 - 02.2023
- Coordinated the planning and execution for all large parties and special events in The Omni Grove Park Inn 4 on site restaurants.
- Utilized sales techniques to sell event spaces accordingly to the client’s specific needs.
Wedding/Events Intern
Ausable Club
08.2021 - 10.2021
- Rotated through positions in Food and Beverage, Housekeeping, and Front Desk shifts to gain a comprehensive knowledge of event planning and execution.
Lead Ambassador
The Players Championship
03.2020 - 01.2021
- Managed a 10-person ambassador team to greet, seat and warmly welcome guests to The Players Club VIP Clubhouse access.
- Maintained the flow of the dining areas and memorized the daily changing menu and action stations.
Food and Beverage Intern
Cullasaja Club
05.2020 - 08.2020
- Served members promptly with a positive attitude
- Retained extensive knowledge of menu and wine list
- Rotated through positions of server, hostess, expediter, captain, and manager on duty shifts.
Recreation Intern
Sawgrass Marriott Resort and Spa
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Led programs and special events for guests and members of the Ocean Club including all holiday activities.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management with a major in Global Club Management and Leadership -
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FLSkills
- Sales Force (Delphi/FDC)
- Opera
- Social Tables
- Open Table
- Enthusiastic Customer Service
- Organization
- Event Planning
- Interpersonal Communication
- Ability to work well under pressure
- Creative problem solver
- Leadership
- Adaptability
- Coordination and implementation of large scale projects
Websites
Industry Involvement
Club Management Association of America
- 2020-2021 Florida State University Alumni Coordinator
- 2020 World Conference and Club Business Expo Atendee
Hospitality and Tourism Management Competition
- 2017- Placed Third in Hotel Operations
Trinchero Vineyards Certified specialist of wine program
- 2020 scholarship recipient
Timeline
Catering Services Manager
The Omni Grove Park Inn
06.2023 - Current
Catering Sales and Services Coordinator
The Omni Grove Park Inn
02.2023 - 06.2023
Restaurant Events Coordinator
The Omni Grove Park Inn
01.2022 - 02.2023
Wedding/Events Intern
Ausable Club
08.2021 - 10.2021
Food and Beverage Intern
Cullasaja Club
05.2020 - 08.2020
Lead Ambassador
The Players Championship
03.2020 - 01.2021
Recreation Intern
Sawgrass Marriott Resort and Spa
05.2019 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management with a major in Global Club Management and Leadership -
Florida State University
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