Ciara Keith
Miami,FL
Summary
- To obtain a position that will further develop my professional skills, as well as increase my knowledge of the work force. Willing to relocate: Anywhere Authorized to work in the US for any employer
- Motivated Chef polished in keeping kitchen staff on task and handling high-volume work. Knowledgeable about sourcing ingredients, maintaining budgets and maximizing customer satisfaction. Works with management to analyze food costs and forecast business trends to meet company goals.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Sous Chef
The Mad Table
Miami, FL
11.2023 - Current
- Coordinated ordering, receiving, storage, and distribution of food items.
- Trained new hires in proper cooking techniques and recipes.
- Assisted in menu development and recipe testing.
- Maintained accurate records for cost analysis purposes.
- Enforced portion control guidelines to minimize costs associated with overproduction.
Private Chef/Lead Caterer
Contracted
Miami, 33130
11.2023 - Current
- Youtuber - Lil Perfect
- Zeus Network
- Organized special events and dinner parties for clients, including menu planning and presentation details.
- Provided detailed instructions on plating techniques to kitchen staff prior to serving guests.
- Collaborated with waitstaff to ensure prompt delivery of dishes during service periods.
- Trained kitchen staff on proper knife skills, food preparation techniques, recipe execution.
- Established relationships with vendors to obtain competitive pricing on supplies needed for operations.
Project Manager
Kingdom Consulting Group
Raleigh, NC
04.2015 - Current
- Streamlined organizational processes for scheduling, travel coordination, and client data management.
- Oversaw all inventory requirements and facilitated efficient onboarding procedures
- Collaborated closely with senior management on long-term strategic planning initiatives related to projects in development or execution stages.
- Monitored progress of each project to ensure timely delivery of deliverables in accordance with established quality standards.
- Developed and maintained project plans, timelines, and budgets.
- Identified risks associated with each project and developed strategies for mitigating those risks.
Festival Coordinator
Ultralit LLC
Charleston, SC
02.2018 - 12.2020
- Curated the overall ambiance of the festival, ensuring a cohesive and immersive experience for attendees.
- Successfully planned and executed all scheduled events for the festival
- Established effective partnerships with vendors, oversaw project execution, and acquired required city approvals & police support
- Managed all aspects of festival's general functionality
- Created an online presence through social media outlets to promote the festival.
- Developed promotional materials to market the event and generate attendance.
- Organized transportation for performers and staff members.
- Facilitated meetings between organizers and stakeholders prior to event launch.
- Maintained communication between all parties involved in the planning process.
- Collaborated with local businesses to secure sponsorships for the event.
- Monitored donations received from patrons at various points onsite.
- Resolved any issues that arose during festival operations in a timely manner.
- Reviewed contracts with artists and performers prior to their performance times.
- Planned and coordinated festival logistics, including scheduling, budgeting, staffing, and security.
- Coordinated with vendors to ensure proper setup of booths and displays.
- Managed ticket sales both before and during the event.
- Scheduled musical acts across multiple stages throughout the day.
- Provided support for audio and visual technicians as needed.
Marketing Assistant
Star Bar Raleigh
Raleigh, NC
11.2015 - 05.2019
- Responsible for managing all aspects of marketing and promotion for the venue.
- Developed and maintained relationships with key stakeholders in the industry.
- Organized promotional events, including scheduling speakers and coordinating activities.
- Tracked results from various marketing activities utilizing analytics tools like Google Analytics and Hootsuite.
- Organized photo shoots related to product launches or special promotions when necessary.
- Created presentations for internal meetings or external clients using PowerPoint, Prezi.
- Researched current trends in digital marketing to stay up-to-date with industry developments.
Event Coordinator
St. Augustine's University
Raleigh, NC
10.2017 - 05.2018
- Provided oversight for the planning and execution of student activities
- Plan, Coordinate & Curate Homecoming
- Facilitate All Outreach Programs
- Liaison for student-faculty interactions.
- Coordinated with media personnel such as photographers and videographers for capturing important moments during the event.
Event Promoter/Coordinator
Starbar Raleigh
Raleigh, NC
04.2016 - 05.2018
- Managed digital marketing campaigns for events
- Enhanced recruitment strategies
- Oversaw the scheduling and confirmation of talent bookings.
- Implemented successful social media campaigns
- Overseeing all Social Media Platforms
- Booking & Managing all Vendors (sound, food, security, etc.)
- Assisted with setup and breakdown of event spaces.
Assistant Manager
STAR BAR
Raleigh, NC
10.2015 - 03.2018
- Implemented a system to track food orders, improving efficiency and accuracy.
- Able to effectively handle cooking responsibilities when short-staffed
- Managed the performance of all wait staff
- Managed profit/loss records
- Implemented efficient payroll systems to streamline processing time and reduce errors
Events Associate
CRABS Fun Castles, LLC
04.2010 - 08.2015
- Handled candy sales at vendor booth during a range of special events, such as Expos, car and bike shows, festivals, and others.
- Set profit goals for items to be sold; determine wages for additional workers
- Prepare and monitor jump castles during major events
- Manage snow cone and cotton candy sales at events
- Planned and executed marketing campaigns to promote events.
Education
A.A.S. in Culinary Arts -
Miami Culinary Institute
06.2024
Bachelor's in Marketing, Business -
Clark Atlanta University
05.2019
Wakefield High School
06.2015
Hanahan High School / Goose Creek High School
12.2012
Skills
- Sales
- Heavy Lifting
- Leadership
- Merchandising
- Event Planning
- Marketing
- Events Management
- Writing Skills
- Presentation Skills
- Social Media Management
- Payroll
- Project Management
- Blogging
- Administrative Experience
- Search Engine Optimization (SEO)
- Inventory Management
- Food Preparation
- Portion Control
- Employee Scheduling
- Cost Control
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Customer Service
- Workflow Optimization
- Food Safety
- Menu Memorization
- Equipment usage
- Menu development
- Team Leadership
- Kitchen Management
- Wine pairing
- Compliance
- Ordering and Requisitions
- Positive and professional
- Recipe creation
- Vendor Relations
- Staff Motivation
- Catering background
- Staff Training
- Sauce preparation
- Foodservice
- Performance Improvement
- Knife Skills
- Culinary Trends
- Detail Oriented
- Root Cause Analysis
- Schedule Management
- Vendor Sourcing
- Data Entry
- Proposal Writing
- Clerical Support
- Research
- Database Management
- Deadline-oriented
- Microsoft
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Tech-Savvy
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Complex Problem-Solving
Additional Information
Skills Good relational skills; Experienced in sales; Proficient in MSWord, PowerPoint, & Excel; Familiar with cash management; Strong leadership skills; Exceptional writing skills.
Workauthorization
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Personal Information
Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
Affiliations
- Muay Thai
- Capoeria
- Brazilian JiuJitsu
Timeline
Private Sous Chef
The Mad Table
11.2023 - Current
Private Chef/Lead Caterer
Contracted
11.2023 - Current
Festival Coordinator
Ultralit LLC
02.2018 - 12.2020
Event Coordinator
St. Augustine's University
10.2017 - 05.2018
Event Promoter/Coordinator
Starbar Raleigh
04.2016 - 05.2018
Marketing Assistant
Star Bar Raleigh
11.2015 - 05.2019
Assistant Manager
STAR BAR
10.2015 - 03.2018
Project Manager
Kingdom Consulting Group
04.2015 - Current
Events Associate
CRABS Fun Castles, LLC
04.2010 - 08.2015
A.A.S. in Culinary Arts -
Miami Culinary Institute
Bachelor's in Marketing, Business -
Clark Atlanta University
Wakefield High School
Hanahan High School / Goose Creek High School
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