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Danell Jensen

Trenton,FL

Summary

Dedicated food service professional well-versed in food and beverage operations and guest services. Experienced in managing large-scale events or intimate gourmet dining and afternoon tea services. Successful at building relationships with customers to increase loyalty and repeat business.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Catering Supervisor

Compass Group, Chartwell
06.2022 - Current
  • Streamlined catering operations by implementing efficient processes for food preparation, service, and cleanup.
  • Managed a team of catering staff members, ensuring proper training and adherence to company standards for quality service.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by providing exceptional catering services for all events.
  • Ensured timely setup and breakdown of event spaces while adhering to all safety protocols.

Catering Supervisor

ARAMARK, Higher Education
09.2021 - 06.2022
  • Streamlined catering operations by implementing efficient processes for food preparation, service, and cleanup.
  • Managed a team of catering staff members, ensuring proper training and adherence to company standards for quality service.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by providing exceptional catering services for various events, including corporate meetings and weddings.
  • Ensured timely setup and breakdown of event spaces while adhering to all safety protocols.

Catering Manager

The Gathering Table
08.2019 - 09.2021
  • Successfully managed a diverse range of events including weddings, corporate functions, and special occasions, consistently exceeding client expectations.
  • Set and enforced performance and service standards to keep consistent, high-quality environment devoted to customer satisfaction.
  • Hired and trained both permanent and temporary staff members.
  • Handled catering scheduling, ordered food and planned events.
  • Managed high-quality food preparation and presentation, ensuring consistent client satisfaction.
  • Met with clients to outline desired goals and prepared quotes for overall catering costs.
  • Enhanced event satisfaction by planning and executing memorable catering experiences for clients.
  • Coordinated with event planners for floor and table layouts, guest numbers, and overall catering needs.
  • Developed comprehensive event proposals that clearly outlined deliverables, timelines, budget requirements based on client input.
  • Increased staff productivity through effective scheduling practices that ensured optimal coverage during peak periods.

Catering Manager

Chef Brothers Catering
02.2013 - 08.2019
  • Successfully managed a diverse range of events including weddings, corporate functions, and special occasions, consistently exceeding client expectations.
  • Set and enforced performance and service standards to keep consistent, high-quality environment devoted to customer satisfaction.
  • Hired and trained both permanent and temporary staff members..
  • Managed high-quality food preparation and presentation, ensuring consistent client satisfaction.
  • Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.

Education

High School Diploma -

Bronson High School
School St. Bronson, FL
05.1986

Skills

  • Scheduling Staff
  • Food presentation
  • Food Safety Compliance
  • Relationships and rapport
  • Staff Management
  • Client Engagement
  • Allergy awareness
  • Nutrition knowledge
  • Catering supervision
  • Customer Service
  • Time Management

Timeline

Catering Supervisor

Compass Group, Chartwell
06.2022 - Current

Catering Supervisor

ARAMARK, Higher Education
09.2021 - 06.2022

Catering Manager

The Gathering Table
08.2019 - 09.2021

Catering Manager

Chef Brothers Catering
02.2013 - 08.2019

High School Diploma -

Bronson High School
Danell Jensen