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Jay Schulte

Dallas

Summary

High-performing Food and Beverage Director with an extensive portfolio of national events and accomplishments for over 15 years. Outgoing, hands-on professional bringing valuable relationship building and retention skills, which amassed diversified network of service providers, ensuring optimal quality and results for successful client events.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Event Consulting

Schulte Consulting
06.2022 - Current
  • Oversaw preparation and management of event budgets to deliver at or below projected costs.
  • Hired and cross-trained staff members for various event-specific functions and assessed employees' understanding of associated processes and procedures.
  • Coordinated catering services and planned menus to compliment event theme and selected musical or guest speaker entertainment.
  • Greeted and monitored guests at events, remaining attentive to individual needs to gain continuous repeat support.
  • Liaised with event support personnel, outside vendors and suppliers.
  • Solicited feedback from clients to assess event success and uncover opportunities for improvement.

Food & Beverage Director, Special Events

Culinaire International
07.2008 - Current
  • Assist in planning, logistics, and execution of special events, including managing all food and beverage engagements at the Meyerson Symphony Center and Dallas Music Hall.
  • Managed event logistics and operations.
  • Compile and manage event inventory, supplies, donor information, guest lists, and equipment.
  • Greet and monitor guests at events, remaining attentive to individual needs to gain continuous repeat support.
  • Supervise up to 150 individuals and different teams for each special event including, but not limited to internal and external staff.
  • Tracked and maintained project budgets adhering to event-specific guidelines.
  • Evaluate existing plans, processes and events planning services to identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Conducted post-event evaluations for continuous improvement suggestions and recommendations.

Assistant Food & Beverage Director

Elmcrest Country Club
10.2007 - 04.2008
  • Developed unique events and special promotions to drive sales.
  • Led and directed team members on effective methods, operations and procedures.
  • Developed, implemented and managed business plans to promote profitable food and beverage sales.
  • Purchased adequate quantities of food, beverages, equipment and supplies.
  • Oversaw front of house personnel to maintain adequate staffing.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Business And Sports Studies

University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA
05.2004

Associate of Arts - Business Administration

Kirkwood Community College
Cedar Rapids, IA
05.2002

Skills

  • Managing Events Start to Finish
  • Special Events Performances
  • Project Deadlines Management
  • Vendor Relationship Management
  • Records Management
  • Customer Experience
  • Client Satisfaction
  • Relationship Building

Timeline

Special Event Consulting

Schulte Consulting
06.2022 - Current

Food & Beverage Director, Special Events

Culinaire International
07.2008 - Current

Assistant Food & Beverage Director

Elmcrest Country Club
10.2007 - 04.2008

Bachelor of Arts - Business And Sports Studies

University of Iowa

Associate of Arts - Business Administration

Kirkwood Community College

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