Katie Conley
Aurora,CO
Summary
Seasoned Event Specialist offering successful history of project management, team leadership and budgeting. Demonstrated skills in strategic planning, vendor relations and event marketing to deliver memorable experiences. Notable success in managing large-scale events while ensuring client satisfaction and meeting rigorous performance goals.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Event and Food Service Director
Shiloh House Inc.
Englewood, CO
12.2024 - Current
- Relationship liaison for state and local agencies for a local non profit supporting high risk youth in Arapahoe and Douglas County.
- Directs meal delivery to six residential facilities and educational institutions for children across Colorado.
- Supports infrastructure expansion by sourcing grants alongside team members.
- Enhanced operations for events and catering, resolving prior staffing challenges.
- Training of staff on safe food handling and storage to meet state health regulations across numerous properties.
- Collaborates with local food distributors and USDA to develop monthly menus.
- Consistently maintains high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage and sanitation of food and beverage products to ensure quality.
Senior Events Operations Manager
LaBelle Winery
Amherst , NH
05.2020 - 06.2023
- Managed multimillion-dollar operations focusing on wine production and events.
- Managed event logistics and on-site coordination.
- POS development and management.
- Maintained optimal customer satisfaction.
- Managed staffing needs through recruitment, selection, onboarding and training, disciplinary action as necessary.
- Ensured seamless execution of upscale events through meticulous planning sessions.
Lead Event Manager and Beverage Manager
Wellshire Event Center
Denver, CO
06.2016 - 12.2018
- Executed details for a wide array of events. Including weddings, social corporate functions, fundraisers, and more.
- Developed and implemented strategies for successful event planning and management.
- Coordinated staff assignments to guarantee efficient operations during events.
- Managed budget oversight and handled invoicing protocols at the end of events.
- Enhanced team knowledge and skills through targeted training sessions.
- Directed back-of-house operations for seamless dinner services.
Beverage Manager and Lead Bartender
Jay's Grille and Bar
Denver, CO
06.2012 - 05.2016
- Supervised a team of approximately 30 staff members.
- Monitored stock levels and placed orders when necessary to maintain adequate supplies.
- Attracted, recruited, and trained new employees.
- Provided exceptional event service to ensure smooth experience for up to 500 guests.
- Oversaw liquor inventory for weekly requisitions.
- Conducted training sessions for staff members on proper handling and service of alcohol drinks.
- Researched emerging trends in the industry such as craft beers or specialty cocktails in order to stay current with changing consumer tastes.
- Reconciled daily transactions, balanced cash registers and deposited restaurant's earnings at bank.
Education
Diploma -
Lacey Township High School
06.2001
Skills
- Extensive culinary knowledge
- Staff training and development
- Food safety compliance
- Food preparation and presentation
- Business acumen
- Ordering and purchasing
- Point of Sale Development
Certification
- Former TIPS trainer(20017-2021) Currently TIPS certified
- ServSafe Food Handler
- American Red Cross Adult and Pediatric First Aid, CPR, AED Certification
References
- Michelle Shane, Co-worker w/ Jay's Bar and Grille, (720)-645-3811
- Kendra Bowe, Co-worker w/ Wellshire Event Center, (413)-537-0696
- Kristen Melander- Co-worker w/ Wellshire Event Center, (719)-210-9506
Timeline
Event and Food Service Director
Shiloh House Inc.
12.2024 - Current
Senior Events Operations Manager
LaBelle Winery
05.2020 - 06.2023
Lead Event Manager and Beverage Manager
Wellshire Event Center
06.2016 - 12.2018
Beverage Manager and Lead Bartender
Jay's Grille and Bar
06.2012 - 05.2016
Diploma -
Lacey Township High School
- Former TIPS trainer(20017-2021) Currently TIPS certified
- ServSafe Food Handler
- American Red Cross Adult and Pediatric First Aid, CPR, AED Certification
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