Jhonny Campos
Summary
-Experienced recreation professional with a history of working in event planning, sports management and recreational sports facilities for dining/entertainment. Strong interpersonal and leadership skills with a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) magna cum laude in Commercial Recreation Administration with a focus in Sports and Event Management from Kean University.
-Banquet professional with comprehensive experience in event management and client relations, ready to deliver exceptional service. Proven ability to lead teams, coordinate logistics and ensure success of various events. Known for effective problem-solving and adaptability in dynamic settings.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Banquet Manager/ Maitre d'Hotel
Pines Manor
06.2022 - 04.2025
- “The Knot” Best Weddings 2025, “Wedding Wire” Couples Choice 2025
- Organize and execute banquet events to ensure client satisfaction
- Assist Director of Banquets in setting departmental strategies and goals to achieve operational targets
- Supervise, train and inspect the performance of assigned Banquet Staff, ensuring that all procedures are completed to the Pines Manor's standards
- Coordinate and manage all activities pertaining to food service operations
- Maintain inventory of food materials, equipment, linens and paper supplies to avoid any shortages
- Perform accurate reconciliation of daily cash controls pertaining to each event
- Directed and managed banquet functions for 1,200+ person events
- Oversaw scheduling of banquet staff while maintaining optimal staffing levels during peak seasons without compromising on quality service delivery
- Enhanced banquet operations by streamlining communication between kitchen and service staff
Dining Room Supervisor/Lead Server
Somerset Hills Country Club
07.2019 - 04.2021
- Consistently rated in the top 100 clubs in the U.S.A
- Ensure and cater to the individual needs of each member
- Operate private and club events to the satisfaction of the clubhouse manager
- Coordinated high-quality dining services to meet or exceed guest expectations, enforcing quality standards and facilitating smooth operations
- Set performance goals for the team based on historical data analysis, motivating employees to work together towards achieving these targets
Assistant Manager
Zumiez
07.2018 - 06.2019
- Maximized personal & store sales results
- Assist the Store Manager in maximizing sales results in the area of sales, merchandising & operations
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
- Opening & Closing the store
- (Including but not limited to reconciling the register, markdowns, transfers, promotion set up, inventory audits and store execution audits)
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment
- Oversaw daily cash reconciliations, ensuring accurate financial reporting and minimizing discrepancies
Program Coordinator (480-hour Internship)
Readington Township Parks and Recreation Department
12.2017 - 05.2018
- Coordinate basketball season and annual March Madness tournament
- Researched, designed, and implemented the first sponsorship package
- Assist Director in planning and executing annual March Madness tournament
- Organized events and workshops to engage participants, enhancing their learning experience within the program framework
- Delegate for NJRPA Annual Conference
- Established strategic partnerships with external organizations, expanding program reach and impact
Banquet Captain, Event Management Practicum
Fiddler's Elbow Country Club
04.2014 - 04.2017
- Distinguished Emerald Club of the World award in 2017
- Oversee staff for small events
- 250 hour practicum in summer of 2016 with the Director of Banquets Tim Cornine
- Maintained clear communication channels between all departments involved in banquets, contributing to successful event outcomes
- Enhanced guest satisfaction by overseeing banquet operations and ensuring smooth execution of events
- Promoted team collaboration among banquet staff members through effective leadership practices that fostered a supportive work environment
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Recreation Administration, Sport And Event Management
Kean University
Union, NJ05.2018
Skills
- Leadership qualities
- Venue coordination
- Team management
- Staff leadership
- Guest experience management
- Staff management
- Team member development
- Schedule coordination
- Food safety and sanitation
- Weddings background
- Corporate event coordination
- Food and beverage operations
- Operational efficiency
Certification
- Proficient in Caterease- A comprehensive catering and event management software designed to streamline the planning, management, and execution of events, catering to businesses like catering companies, event planners, and venue
- Proficient in Social Tables - A collaborative event planning platform that helps event planners and venues create and manage event diagrams, seating charts, and attendee information
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite - (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) with experience creating and delivering presentations, managing spreadsheets, and writing reports
- Proficient in Jonas Software - A vertical market software for various industries, including clubs, construction, foodservice, and more, helping businesses streamline operations and improve efficiency
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Banquet Manager/ Maitre d'Hotel
Pines Manor
06.2022 - 04.2025
Dining Room Supervisor/Lead Server
Somerset Hills Country Club
07.2019 - 04.2021
Assistant Manager
Zumiez
07.2018 - 06.2019
Program Coordinator (480-hour Internship)
Readington Township Parks and Recreation Department
12.2017 - 05.2018
Banquet Captain, Event Management Practicum
Fiddler's Elbow Country Club
04.2014 - 04.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Recreation Administration, Sport And Event Management
Kean University
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