Christine KIrk
McMinnville
Summary
Dynamic in elevating guest experiences, I excelled at Biscuits & Pickles Catering, mastering food presentation and fostering interpersonal relations. My knack for turning high-pressure events into memorable moments led to significant efficiency improvements. With a blend of hard skills like food safety and soft skills in guest engagement, I consistently enhanced service quality and operational effectiveness.
Hospitable Catering Staff with solid background in food and bar service for weddings, social events, and corporate functions. Executes food delivery and facility set-up for complex events .
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Catering Staff Member(lead)/Special Events Bartender
Biscuits & Pickles Catering (on Call Staff)
06.2022 - Current
- Provided excellent service under high-pressure situations, ensuring smooth event operations.
- Provided friendly, courteous service to create memorable moments for guests.
- Maintained clean and organized workspaces, adhering to strict health standards.
- Served appetizers, delivered entrees, and refilled beverages for banquet guests.
- Increased efficiency by assisting in equipment setup, breakdown, and maintenance during events.
- Demonstrated flexibility in handling diverse catering needs, from small gatherings to large corporate events.
- Helped chefs prepare and present food to event guests with strong attention to detail and presentation expertise.
Tasting Room Goddess
Bull RunDistillery
12.2019 - Current
- Increased membership sign-ups for the whiskey club by effectively communicating benefits and incentives.
- Enhanced customer experience by providing personalized spirit recommendations and cocktail suggestions.
- Assisted in special events, contributing to increased brand exposure and revenue generation.
- Developed strong relationships with local businesses, fostering mutually beneficial partnerships that drove referral traffic to the tasting room.
- Handled cash transactions accurately, balancing daily sales reports for timely submission to management.
- Maintained a clean and inviting tasting environment, promoting a positive atmosphere for guests.
- Ensured compliance with all alcohol serving regulations, maintaining a safe environment for guests and staff alike.
- Established rapport with customers through attentive listening skills and genuine interest in their preferences, encouraging loyalty over time.
- Boosted tasting room sales through engaging presentations of spirit profiles and disillery history.
Owner/Teacher
All People Yoga
10.2011 - Current
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
Hostess/Catering Server
Nick's Italian Cafe
08.2021 - 06.2023
- Greeted customers warmly upon arrival and provided friendly and warm presence throughout dining experience.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, balancing responsibilities such as answering phone calls, greeting guests, and updating reservation logs simultaneously.
- Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
- Completed daily side work and opening and closing duties without fail.
- Cross-trained to handle different restaurant roles, including bar, kitchen and to-go stations.
- Demonstrated flexibility in handling diverse catering needs, from small gatherings to large corporate events.
- Prepared tables by laying out napkins and utensils, refilling condiments and performing other preliminary tasks.
- Served and assisted diners by carrying plates of food, taking and delivering beverage orders and refilling glasses.
- Leveraged hand-held trays and buffet carts to serve food and beverage items to guests.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mc Minnville High School
McMinnville, OR06-1975
Skills
- Table setting
- Food safety
- Food presentation
- Sanitation practices
- Food restocking
- Interpersonal relations
- Bartending
- Safe food handling
- Weddings background
- Chef support
- Team management
- Health code compliance
- Guest monitoring
- Chef assistance
- Hospitality and accommodation
- Food handler certification
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of up to 20 staff members.
Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
- Oregon Driver's License
- Yoga Fit 300+hours
- OLCC Service Permit , OR Liquor & Cannabis Commission
2014 Mac Downtown Assco. UFO Queen
As a Mac townie since 1969, I fully embrace our community adventures with tenacity & vigor.
I was Galactic Ajna, the 3rd Eye of the galaxy. I was a humbling honor & such a delight to be chosen for this prestigious honor
Timeline
Catering Staff Member(lead)/Special Events Bartender
Biscuits & Pickles Catering (on Call Staff)
06.2022 - Current
Hostess/Catering Server
Nick's Italian Cafe
08.2021 - 06.2023
Tasting Room Goddess
Bull RunDistillery
12.2019 - Current
Owner/Teacher
All People Yoga
10.2011 - Current
High School Diploma -
Mc Minnville High School
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