Dexter McDaniel
Wahaiawa,Hawaii
Summary
Client-focused private events manager focused on translating visions into one-of-a-kind events. Expert in all facets of event planning with success in controlling costs through strategic negotiations with vendors, suppliers and venues. Committed to going the extra mile to make clients wishes come true.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Events Manager
Hugh's Culinary
02.2018 - 08.2023
- Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking, and event promotions.
- Coordinated with kitchen or catering staff on delivery, timing and service style of food.
- Liaised with clients to determine exact event requirements.
- Oversaw preparation and management of event budgets to deliver at or below projected costs.
Bartender/ Banquets Captain
Jacaranda Golf Club
08.2022 - 07.2023
- Oversaw timeliness and quality of food delivery at high-volume events.
- Set and enforced performance and service standards to keep consistent, high-quality environment devoted to customer satisfaction.
- Organized and oversaw food service training to educate employees on resetting tables, relaying orders to cooks and upselling food and beverages.
- Liaised with venue management to monitor logistics and timelines.
Lead Bartender
Terra Mare
05.2016 - 06.2019
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
- Kept detailed inventories and notified management of ordering needs for liquor, beer, wine, and bar supplies.
- Maintained secure cash drawers, promptly resolving discrepancies in daily totals.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism, Broadcast
New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, NMHigh School Diploma -
Roswell High School
Roswell, NM05.2011
Skills
- Event Sales
- Crisis Management
- Budget Development
- Vendor Management
Timeline
Bartender/ Banquets Captain
Jacaranda Golf Club
08.2022 - 07.2023
Private Events Manager
Hugh's Culinary
02.2018 - 08.2023
Lead Bartender
Terra Mare
05.2016 - 06.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism, Broadcast
New Mexico State University
High School Diploma -
Roswell High School