Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Timeline
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James F. Merritt

James F. Merritt

Porterville,CA

Summary

Very passionate individual who is self-motivated and creative with impeccable organization abilities and attention to detail. A polished communicator with strong interpersonal skills. Can work effectively and efficiently in a high paced environment.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Catering Manager

Wedgewood Weddings
05.2022 - Current

Catering Coordinator

Constellation, California Academy Of Sciences
San Francisco, CA
05.2021 - 05.2022
  • Communicated with customers to review catering goals and budget, deliver quotes and proposals, schedule event and carry out catering needs as contracted.
  • Analyzed catering orders and liaised with staff to set up equipment, supplies and menus to meet client expectations.
  • Handled incoming company phone calls, addressing customer needs, concerns and deadlines to promote retention and satisfaction.
  • Maintained calendar of events and attended necessary event meetings and conference calls

Wedding & Events Manager

Glenora Wine Cellars
Dundee, NY
06.2013 - 03.2021
  • Planned and executed over 200 weddings and over 400 non-wedding events.
  • Met with potential clients and gave quotes on services and general costs for both weddings, non-wedding events and corporate events.
  • Toured venue while answering questions and showcasing all that Glenora has to offer for an event, as well as remaining the point of contact for the duration of the planning process.
  • Directed event day happenings including guest arrivals, ceremony timing, meals, speeches, and staff.
  • Worked with various departments to ensure smooth run of show for events during setup, execution, and breakdown.
  • Used a web based program (Total Party Planner) to create detailed event sheets for each function.
  • Created floor plans for each event.
  • Responsible for supervising the Assistant Event Coordinator.
  • Generated clients and connections with local vendors by organizing and executing an annual Bridal Show.
  • Supported senior leadership by developing status reports on activities and data related to planning, scheduling, cancellation, inquiries, resourcing, and proposal development for various events. Responsible in providing a yearly budget to accounting.

Seasonal Sales Associate

Levi's Only Stores, Inc.
Waterloo, NY
07.2012 - 06.2017
  • Maintained organized, presentable merchandise to drive continuous sales.
  • Implemented up-selling strategies, encompassing recommendation of accessories and complementary purchases.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs to promote loyalty, satisfaction and sales numbers.
  • Used cash registers and POS systems to request and record customer orders and compute bills.

Server, Bartender, Banquet Staff

Esperanza Mansion/ Esperanza Rose
Branchport, NY
06.2006 - 08.2011
  • Waited on tables and worked as a bartender for regular service and for events.
  • Head server/ Bartender on the Esperanza Rose (Dining cruise on Keuka Lake)

Education

Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Science in Education, Music Conc.

State University Of New York At Fredonia
Fredonia, NY
05.2012

High School Diploma -

Penn Yan Academy
Penn Yan, NY
06.2007

Skills

  • Communication/ Customer Service
  • Decision Making/ Multitasking
  • Event Planning
  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Leadership
  • Proficient in Microsoft
  • Sales
  • Teamwork
  • Well Organized
  • Work under pressure
  • Time Management
  • Adaptability

Accomplishments

  • The Knot Best of Weddings Winner for 8 consecutive years, 2014-2021
  • Finger Lakes Tourism Alliance Outstanding Customer Service Award recipient in 2019

Certification

  • NYS Initial Certificate, Childhood Education (Grades 1-6) with music, 2012
  • Online Event Planning Course - Trendimi, 2017

Timeline

Catering Manager

Wedgewood Weddings
05.2022 - Current

Catering Coordinator

Constellation, California Academy Of Sciences
05.2021 - 05.2022

Wedding & Events Manager

Glenora Wine Cellars
06.2013 - 03.2021

Seasonal Sales Associate

Levi's Only Stores, Inc.
07.2012 - 06.2017

Server, Bartender, Banquet Staff

Esperanza Mansion/ Esperanza Rose
06.2006 - 08.2011

Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Science in Education, Music Conc.

State University Of New York At Fredonia

High School Diploma -

Penn Yan Academy

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