Open To Work
Julia Murray
Figs & Honey Catering
Decatur,GA
Work Preference
Desired Job Title
Director of CateringCo Owner
Work Type
Full TimeContract WorkConsulting
Location Preference
On-Site
Location:
Decatur, GAAtlanta, GA
Open to relocation:
No
Important To Me
Work-life balanceCompany Culture
24
years of professional experience
Dedicated catering leader known for developing innovative menus and ensuring exceptional service delivery. Strong relationship-building skills contribute to increased client satisfaction and repeat business.
Work History
Director of Catering
17 Years 2 Months- Trained and mentored catering team, fostering professional development and improving operational efficiency.
- Analyzed client feedback to refine service offerings, driving continuous improvement in event execution standards.
- Established standard operating procedures for event management, enhancing consistency across all catering operations.
- Oversaw event logistics, ensuring seamless execution from setup to breakdown for diverse clientele.
- Collaborated with chefs and culinary teams to design customized menus, ensuring a memorable dining experience for clients' guests at each event.
- Regularly reviewed competitor offerings to stay informed about current market trends, ensuring that the company's services remained competitive and attractive to clients.
- Developed strong relationships with local businesses and community organizations, leading to increased referrals and repeat clientele.
- Evaluated staff performance, providing constructive feedback to enhance skills and maintain high standards of service quality.
- Coordinated setup and breakdown of both dining and kitchen areas.
- Discussed client's event needs to develop recommendations for room options and possible menus.
- Supervised catering staff to reinforce adherence to organizational policies and safety regulations.
- Responded to initial inquiries, coordinating facility tours and food sampling.
- Hired and trained both permanent and temporary staff members.
- Coordinated with event planners for floor and table layouts, guest numbers, and overall catering needs.
- Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
- Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
- Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers.
Co Owner
7 Years 11 Months- Mentored team members on best practices in client engagement and relationship building.
- Fostered collaborative partnerships with stakeholders to align business objectives with client needs.
- Collaborated with co-owner on strategic planning initiatives for long-term business success.
- Managed day-to-day operations efficiently, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping for financial transactions, maintaining organized documentation for easy reference during audits or other inquiries.
- Developed a strong company culture, fostering teamwork and collaboration among staff members.
- Cultivated a safe working environment by adhering to workplace safety policies and providing necessary resources for employee well-being.
- Conducted target market research to scope out industry competition and identify advantageous trends.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Skills
Menu development
Catering management
Event logistics coordination
Food safety compliance
Food presentation
Staff supervision
Staff scheduling
Inventory management
Catering consulting
Problem-solving abilities
Multitasking
Timeline
Director of Catering
Figs & Honey Catering
01.2006 - 03.2023Read More
Co Owner
Beeswax Interactive Technologies
09.1999 - 08.2007Read More
LaGrange College
Bachelor of Science from Business Management
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