Gregg Salazar
Salt Lake City,UT
Summary
Adept at event planning and staff leadership, excelled at Cuisine Unlimited Catering by consistently surpassing client expectations and driving memorable catering experiences. Showing expertise in food safety and budget management, coupled with a knack for enhancing customer satisfaction and team performance, showcases the comprehensive skill set in the catering industry. Seasoned Catering Manager with passion for creating quality food experiences. Skilled at managing employees and organizing large-scale events, including weddings and banquets. Well-known for delivering excellent dishes and customer service, resulting in business growth. Energetic Team player with 30 plus years of experience offering quality food services. Team leader focused on coaching staff and solving problems involving kitchen efficiency, inventory and customer satisfaction.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Catering Manager
Cuisine Unlimited Catering
12.2019 - 06.2023
- Successfully managed 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.
- Enhanced event satisfaction by planning and executing memorable catering experiences for clients.
- Handled payment collection and payroll of 15-20 employees.
- Handled payment collection and payroll of 15-20 employees.
Catering Chef Pastry/Master Baker
Main Event/ Tiffany's Catering
03.2019 - 05.2023
- Created catering menu based upon client specifications, event type, dietary needs, and budget.
- Collaborated with event planners for seamless execution of catered functions, resulting in positive feedback from clients.
- Sampled each dish for quality control prior to serving, identifying mistakes and solving immediately.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between courses during formal dinners with expertly timed plating, ensuring an enjoyable dining experience for guests.
- Trained and mentored junior chefs, elevating their culinary skills and performance levels.
- Traveled across 50 mile-range to provide exceptional service, offering critically-acclaimed High end catering in various settings.
Catering Manager
Red Iguana
10.2022 - 01.2023
- 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.
- Designed catering packages to increase sales and customer experience.
- Promoted catering packages with most profitable outcomes without sacrificing client desires.
- Proactively addressed any issues or concerns from clients or staff members promptly and professionally resolved them.
Catering Supervisor
Elizabeths Catering
10.2017 - 05.2022
- Streamlined catering operations by implementing efficient processes for food preparation, service, and cleanup.
- Managed 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.
- Established environment of respect among staff members by modeling professionalism in every aspect of our work together.
- Maintained strict compliance with local health department regulations regarding food safety and sanitation practices.
Education
Associate of Science - Tourism And Hospitality Management
SLCC
Salt Lake City, UT05.2023
Graduate Certificate - Business Management
Utah State University
Logan, UT03.1992
High School Diploma -
Cottonwood Sr High School
Salt Lake City, UT05.1981
Skills
- Event planning proficiency
- Staff Leadership
- Food Safety
- Budgeting understanding
- Sanitation Standards
Timeline
Catering Manager
Red Iguana
10.2022 - 01.2023
Catering Manager
Cuisine Unlimited Catering
12.2019 - 06.2023
Catering Chef Pastry/Master Baker
Main Event/ Tiffany's Catering
03.2019 - 05.2023
Catering Supervisor
Elizabeths Catering
10.2017 - 05.2022
Associate of Science - Tourism And Hospitality Management
SLCC
Graduate Certificate - Business Management
Utah State University
High School Diploma -
Cottonwood Sr High School
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