Colin Wiebe
Durham,NC
Summary
Community-oriented professional with a Sociology degree and strong interpersonal skills developed through leading teams in high-pressure culinary environments. Experienced in community outreach, volunteer recruitment and management, and program coordination.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Service Manager
Happy And Hale
Durham, NC
01.2026 - Current
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure optimal service flow and customer satisfaction for
- Trained and mentored staff on best practices for service excellence and efficiency.
- Fostered a positive work environment that encouraged teamwork and high employee morale.
- Monitored inventory levels and coordinated supply orders to maintain operational efficiency.
Community Engagement & Volunteer Recruitment Coordinator
Love Your Block
Durham, NC
12.2024 - 12.2025
- Coordinated 5 resident-led neighborhood revitalization projects
- Managed outreach to over 250+ residences in the Durham Walltown neighborhood and helped residents complete mini-grant applications
- Participated in the assessment of mini-grant applications
- Recruited, trained, and managed over 50+ community volunteers; including developing a volunteer database
- Comprehensive metrics documentation and reporting
- Collaboration and coordination with city departments, nonprofits, and residents to deliver beautification projects
Pop-Up Line / Prep Cook
Snap Pea Creative Dining
Durham, NC
09.2023 - 12.2024
- Contributed to a small culinary team recognized for producing award-winning pop-up events accommodating 50 to 600 guests per event
- Held responsibilities for knife skills, sauce preparation, and protein fabrication
- Developed and executed menus utilizing seasonal, locally sourced ingredients in conjunction with classical French techniques
Lead Line Cook
M Pocha
Durham, NC
07.2023 - 08.2024
- Managed a high-volume service producing Korean street-food style dishes for 500+ dinners a week
- Operated multiple stations and prepared a diverse range of Asian ingredients
- Ensured speed, consistency, and quality in a high-pressure enviorment
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Cultural Anthropology
University of North Carolina At Asheville
Asheville, NC12-2017
Associate of Arts - Cultural Studies
Asheville-Buncombe Community College
Asheville, NC12-2015
Skills
- Community Outreach & Engagement
- Volunteer recruitment and management
- Verbal & Written Communication
- Relationship Building & Trust Development
- Case Documentation & Record Management
- Scheduling & Time Management
- Community Knowledge & Lived Experience in Durham
Timeline
Service Manager
Happy And Hale
01.2026 - Current
Community Engagement & Volunteer Recruitment Coordinator
Love Your Block
12.2024 - 12.2025
Pop-Up Line / Prep Cook
Snap Pea Creative Dining
09.2023 - 12.2024
Lead Line Cook
M Pocha
07.2023 - 08.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Cultural Anthropology
University of North Carolina At Asheville
Associate of Arts - Cultural Studies
Asheville-Buncombe Community College