Ethical, professional and versatile worker with articulate, instinctual interpersonal skills and an ability to organize and plan efficiently. Accustomed to a fast-paced work environment while concurrently handling a variety of tasks and responsibilities with proficiency and accuracy. Focused on team support and customer relationship building. Persuasive and friendly individual poised to consistently exceed performance standards and sales targets. Delivers memorable guest experience through welcoming interactions and extensive product knowledge.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Event Assistant
A & M Hospitality Management
Auburn, NY
05.2012 - Current
Provided guidance and direction to banquet staff regarding setup, meal service, clean-up.
Monitored guest satisfaction levels throughout event duration. Resolved customer complaints promptly while maintaining a professional demeanor.
Developed strong relationships with vendors to ensure prompt delivery of supplies. Collaborated closely with catering managers on upcoming events and their needs.
Trained new employees on proper sanitation practices, customer service etiquette. Ensured compliance with alcohol policies by monitoring consumption at events.
Responded quickly to any unexpected changes or issues that arose during an event. Mentored and coached staff as a team
Interacted with kitchen staff to plan food and beverage logistics. Helped senior staff carry out daily facility operations, set schedules and meet customer requirements.
Developed customer service policies, procedures and standards for operational teams. Identified areas for improvement within the organization's operations process.
Assisted in developing and implementing operational strategies to ensure efficient operations.
Tasting Room Manager
Varick winery
Romulus, NY
10.2018 - 08.2021
Developed relationships with key accounts within local markets for increased visibility. Assisted with developing marketing campaigns to promote wines or upcoming events.
Provided exceptional customer service to create a positive experience for guests, worked directly to build lasting relationships and generate repeat business.
Assisted with merchandising displays throughout the tasting room and performed cash handling duties including opening and closing registers.
Managed reservations for private tastings, large groups and trail events. Assisted in planning specialty venue events.
Organized and maintained inventory of wine, merchandise, and supplies. Monitored daily operations in the tasting room to ensure compliance with state laws and regulations.
Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
Made wine recommendations with knowledge and confidence of correct wine and food pairings.
Assisted visitors at tastings by pouring samples and offering educational information about featured wines.
Provided customer service by answering inquiries and providing information about winery products.
Education
Bachelor's degree - Social Sciences/Psychology
Niagara University
05.2012
Associate degree - Human Services
Cayuga Community College
05.2009
Skills
Building Rapport
Regulatory Compliance
Product Merchandising
Product Knowledge
Inventory Management
Organizational Skills
Adaptability and Flexibility
Strong Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Continuous Improvement
Team Cooperation
Computer Proficiency and Microsoft Office
Analytical Skills
Sales Expertise
Multitasking
Brand Promotion
Problem-Solving Aptitude
Attention to Detail
Merchandise Receiving and Handling
Time Management
Positive Customer Engagement
Certification
Driver's License
CPR/AED, 06/01/22, 06/01/24
Adult and Infant First Aid/CPR, 05/01/23, 05/01/25
Additional Information
Knowledge of different cannabis strains, their properties, uses and what effects to expect. I have grown my own flower, dried, processed and trimmed, as well as made butter with the trimmings.
I have experience with an industrial heat press for extracting live rosin from flower, creating different kinds of oils, shatters and waxes.
I know the differences between an indica and a sativa but I also understand that not every strain is going to mesh the exact same way for each person so I believe being able to have reflex listening skills is important in order to make a proper assessment and recommendation.
I have a holistic approach to healing with cannabis and an extensive mental catalog of knowledge from all the research I have done over the years.