Dorothy L Johnson
Lompoc,CA
Summary
Dedicated professional with a solid background in retail management spanning over eleven years, followed by seven years of diverse freelance work in the arts, hospitality and cannabis industries. Took a break from career life for a few years to embrace the joys of motherhood and now are eager and prepared to reenter the workforce with renewed enthusiasm. Bring a wealth of experience and versatility to any team. Proven track record in managing teams and delivering exceptional customer service, making a valuable asset for any organization.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Art Model
Academy of Arts University
12.2011 - 12.2018
- Effectively organized 3 months of work schedules while regularly participating in various classes and workshops.
- Displayed versatility in holding long and short poses, one minutes to twenty minutes each.
- Demonstrated versatility and adaptability by effectively posing for different genres such as costume design, anatomy studies, animation and sculpture classes.
- Worked six to twelve hours daily for five days.
- Collaborated with artists to achieve their desired vision, providing creative input and adapting poses as needed.
- Established trust among artists and instructors by consistently providing high-quality work in a professional manner.
Front of House Manager
Fogcutters
02.2016 - 10.2018
- Managed the preparation and layout of various event areas such as serving stations and buffet tables.
- Performed a range of duties in both back of house and front of house positions, including food preparation, serving food, bottle service and bussing tables.
- Managed immediate staff of ten people and contributed to business promotion at a range of events, from the Super Bowl VIP event in South San Francisco to weddings of fifty or more guest in Napa Valley.
- Acted as the main point of contact for guest inquiries, addressing concerns promptly and professionally while maintaining a positive rapport with clientele.
- Trained new hires on company policies, procedure, s as well as proper food handling techniques which resulted in reduced turnover rates.
- Partnered with back-of-house management in order to maintain seamless communication between teams, ensuring a smooth dining experience for guests.
Stock Room Manager
The Rainbow Connection
03.2017 - 08.2018
- Scheduled three employees efficiently.
- Demonstrated attention to detail by consistently providing well-manicured products.
- Managed promotional sales and contributed to business promotion.
- Conducted regular performance reviews, providing constructive feedback to team members for continuous improvement.
- Trained new staff members on proper stock handling procedures, ensuring a consistent level of expertise across the team.
- Streamlined order processing with accurate and timely documentation of incoming shipments.
- Enhanced team productivity by providing clear guidance and support in daily tasks.
- Improved stockroom efficiency by implementing an effective organization system for inventory management.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Sales And Marketing Education
Cincinnati State Technical And Community College
Cincinnati, OHSkills
- Staff Management
- Motivating Team Members
- Guest Relations
- Employee Scheduling
- Accounts Payable
- Promotional Events
- Creating Art/ Decor
- Conflict Resolution
- Attention to Detail
References
Dana Sornstein 510.334.8115 Fine Arts director; AAU
Mike Brown 415.407.4779 Kitchen Manager; Fogcutters
Devin Thomure 415.966.6480 Owner; The Rainbow Connection
Annalise Newmeyer 513.255.5531 Dean, Corban Learning Center
Susan Schulter 513.709.7503 Hoxworth Call Center Manager
David Waszmer 631.827.3991 Stock Mgr, Gadzooks21
Projects
Freaks En Flique- Co-founder
A dance collective that performed at small private events and large-scale music festivals from 2013-1017. I managed the scheduling, payment, promotions, website, social media, and video editing. I prepared routines, costumes, camping, and transportation arrangements for the members.
El Oceano- Artist
An interactive Ocean of blue fabric in the playa at Burning Man three years in a row. I created the concept art and managed the transportation, build, and tear down, all finances, social media accounts, and fabrication of the art piece.
Timeline
Stock Room Manager
The Rainbow Connection
03.2017 - 08.2018
Front of House Manager
Fogcutters
02.2016 - 10.2018
Art Model
Academy of Arts University
12.2011 - 12.2018
Some College (No Degree) - Sales And Marketing Education
Cincinnati State Technical And Community College
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