Carrie Ferguson
Catering Coordinator
Cambridge,VT
Summary
Adaptable Business Manager successful at overseeing all aspects of business operation. Goal-driven leader, change manager and strategic problem solver. Knowledgeable about human resources, financial administration and inventory management. Personable, organized and professional seeking a new challenge.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
University of Vermont Catering Coordinator
Sodexo
Burlington, VT
08.2022 - Current
- Highly efficient with EMS, Microsoft Office, Teams, and many other apps and programs
- Currently working in close collaboration with UVM Presidential Team, UVM Foundation, UES, and Campus Coordinators to ensure customers receive high-quality service.
- Maintaining records to orchestrate event details, customer requests and billing information.
- Conducted post-event reviews and lead weekly staff meetings in order to evaluate performance levels and identify areas for improvement.
General Manager
The Hearth & Candle Restaurant
Smuggler's Notch Resort, VT
03.2017 - 08.2022
- Created schedules and monitored payroll to remain within budget.
- Enhanced operational performance by developing effective business strategies, systems and procedures.
- Recruited, trained and empowered employees to achieve key performance.
- Coordinated meetings, conferences, guest travel arrangements and department activities.
- Designed sales and service strategies to improve revenue and retention by adding catering and private events.
Summer Program and After School Program Director
Lamoille North Supervisory Union
Hyde Park, VT
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Developed programs and initiatives to increase student enrollment and promote retention.
- Collaborated with various departments to support and establish programs, lessons and student activities.
- Oversaw the daily operations of the after-school program, including staff scheduling, budget management, and student supervision.
- 21st Century Grant budgeting oversight and reporting
Owner/Operator
The Mix Cafe
Jeffersonville, VT
05.2010 - 03.2017
- Developed business plan and budget to maximize profitability.
- Managed daily operations of the business, including staff, sales, inventory, and accounting.
- Developed business from ground up and developed award winning menus.
- Managed operations budgeting, accounts payable and accounts receivable and payroll.
Health Care Supervisor
Riverview Life Skills Center for TBI Patient Care
Jeffersonville, VT
01.2007 - 05.2010
- Planned and implemented programs for health care or medical facilities supporting personnel administration and training.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Science
Vermont State University
Johnson, VT05.2005
Skills
- Highly Experienced with EMS
- Strong Attention to Detail
- Budget Administration
- Operations Management
- Policy Implementation
- Documentation And Reporting
Additional Information
- Certification - Human Health -Diet and Nutrition
- Certification - Johns Hopkins Covid-19 Contact Tracing
- Allertrain certified
- Certified American Red Cross First Aid, CPR, AED
- Computer Literate, Proficiency in EMS, Microsoft Office, Proficient in various apps, programs, internet, email and platforms.
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteRemoteHybridImportant To Me
Work-life balanceCareer advancementTimeline
University of Vermont Catering Coordinator
Sodexo
08.2022 - Current
General Manager
The Hearth & Candle Restaurant
03.2017 - 08.2022
Summer Program and After School Program Director
Lamoille North Supervisory Union
01.2017 - 01.2020
Owner/Operator
The Mix Cafe
05.2010 - 03.2017
Health Care Supervisor
Riverview Life Skills Center for TBI Patient Care
01.2007 - 05.2010
Bachelor of Science - Health Science
Vermont State University