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Katherine A Smith

Mount Carroll,IL

Summary

Throughout my career i have had the opportunity to work on various events, ranging from intimate weddings to large corporate galas. My attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to multitask have allowed me to successfully execute events, ensuring a seamless experience for clients and attendee. I have a deep appreciation for the art of floral design. I have assisted professional florist in creating beautiful arrangements and have developed a keen eye for arrangements that enhance any space. My knowledge of different types of flowers, their characteristics, and proper care allows me to create stunning floral displays that contribute to the overall ambiance of the event. I am eager to contribute my creatively, attention to detail, and passion for creating memorable experiences.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Events Designer and Florist

Cathy B's Second To None
09.2020 - Current
  • Assisted with event design, providing creative input and suggestions.
  • Collaborated with the team to select appropriate floral arrangements, decor, and props based on event themes and client preferences
  • Assisted in the creation and installation of floral designs, ensuring proper maintenance and presentation.
  • Provided on site assistance during events, ensuring smooth execution and timely arrangements adjustments as required.

Crew Person

McDonald's
12.2020 - 12.2022
  • Assisted other team members to achieve goals.
  • Took orders, prepared meals, and collected payments.
  • Addressed guest needs, questions, or concerns to create optimum experience onboard.
  • Worked well with teammates and accepted coaching from management team.
  • Operated cash register to ring up final bill and process various forms of payment.
  • Loaded food, dishes and utensils on carts and trays to transport from designated food preparation areas to designated tables.
  • Accurately operated cash register to process customer payments.
  • Backed up servers by setting up trays and completing some food deliveries.
  • Documented customer orders and conveyed special requests to kitchen staff.

Banquet Server/Bartender

Diamond Jo Casino - Dubuque
12.2019 - 12.2021
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
  • Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice

Colorado Technical University
Colorado Springs, CO
12.2025

Skills

  • Strong attention to detail, ensuring high quality designs and accurate execution
  • Excellent organizational skills, managing multiple tasks and projects simultaneously
  • Creative thinking and a keen eye for trends, ensuring fresh and innovative designs
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills, collaborating seamlessly with clients and team members
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines, maintaining professionalism and delivering results
  • Gained hands-on experience in many aspects of floral design including centerpiece arrangements
  • Superb Eye for Detail
  • Creative problem solving
  • Works Well Under Pressure
  • Multitasking and Organizing

Timeline

Crew Person

McDonald's
12.2020 - 12.2022

Assistant Events Designer and Florist

Cathy B's Second To None
09.2020 - Current

Banquet Server/Bartender

Diamond Jo Casino - Dubuque
12.2019 - 12.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice

Colorado Technical University
Katherine A Smith