Hannah Curran
Madison
Summary
Experienced Bartender and Event Coordinator with over 7 years in hospitality, specializing in client relationship development, event planning, and guest services. Proven ability to manage corporate and social events, oversee bar operations, and deliver exceptional customer experiences. Seeking to leverage strong organizational and marketing skills in an upscale or fine dining environment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Event Manager
Spare Time Entertainment
Madison
08.2024 - Current
- Plan and execute corporate parties, field trips, birthdays, and large group buyouts, including events of up to500 guests. Serve as the primary client contact from inquiry to post-event follow-up, ensuring a smooth planningexperience and clear expectations. Personally manage contracts, invoicing, and deposits, keeping details accurate, organized, and on schedule. Build and update proposals and event detailing documents using Tripleseat and Excel (guest counts,timelines, pricing, and package components). Coordinate with front-of-house, bar, kitchen, and operations teams to align staffing, room setup, foodtiming, and overall event flow. Troubleshoot day-of changes calmly and professionally while maintaining service standards and guestsatisfaction.
Bartender/Event Coordinator
Bonfyre Grille
Madison
07.2022 - 08.2024
- Coordinated and executed corporate and private events, ensuring smooth event flow and guest satisfaction.
- Developed event concepts and managed event calendars to maximize venue bookings.
- Built strong client relationships through attentive service and clear communication.
- Managed social media marketing and event promotion to increase event attendance.
- Oversaw catering logistics and collaborated with kitchen staff for seamless service.
- Provided bar and guest services, maintaining high standards of hospitality.
- Handled time-sensitive tasks and adapted quickly to changing event needs.
- Supported sales efforts within the hospitality industry by upselling event packages and services.
Shift Manager
McDonald's
Monroe
12.2016 - 07.2022
- Ensured customers had a satisfactory experience through excellent service and problem resolution.
- Trained workers in food preparation, service, sanitation, and safety procedures.
- Coordinated and supervised kitchen staff to maintain efficient operations.
- Compiled and balanced cash receipts, counted money, and made bank deposits.
- Investigated and resolved complaints regarding food quality, service, or accommodations.
- Performed food preparation and service tasks as needed to support team.
- Developed strong multitasking and communication skills in a fast-paced environment.
Education
High school diploma -
Monroe High School
Monroe, WIBlackhawk Technical College
Janesville, WISkills
- Client relationship development
- Kitchen Management Experience
- Hospitality
- POS
- Time management
- Serving
- Cash handling
- Guest services
- Organizational skills
- Shift Management
- Bar
- Corporate event planning
- Sales experience within hospitality industry
- Event marketing
- Restaurant experience
- Cooking
- Event concept development
- Restaurant Management
- Host/Hostess
- Food Service
- Catering
- Event planning
- Communication skills
- Event flow planning
- Social media strategy
- Calendar management
- Serving Experience
- Food Preparation
- Events management
- Social media marketing
- Marketing
- Food industry
- Supervising Experience
- Event Coordinator
- Customer service
- Social media management
- Bartender Experience
- Food Safety
Timeline
Event Manager
Spare Time Entertainment
08.2024 - Current
Bartender/Event Coordinator
Bonfyre Grille
07.2022 - 08.2024
Shift Manager
McDonald's
12.2016 - 07.2022
High school diploma -
Monroe High School
Blackhawk Technical College