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Kimberly Larson

Ramsey,Minnesota

Summary

Hardworking and passionate, I am devoted to making people feel special. I believe in being authentic and showing who you are on day one. I love connecting to people on all levels and will go above and beyond. I love being challenged to create and I am dependable and devoted beyond measure,

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Events Team Member

Miko Events
08.2023 - Current
  • Oversee event operations to keep running smoothly.
  • Provide exceptional customer service to all guests and escalated concerns where needed.
  • Help organize and manage successful events with attendance of over [Number] people.
  • Coordinate with coworkers to help customers, achieving efficient operations and high customer satisfaction.
  • Set up and coordinate all Children's Luxury Private Events.
  • On creative team for new ideas and themes for luxury children's parties and events.
  • Making our guest's dreams for their child come true!
  • Creating magical memories for families through private events.

Front of House Manager and Events Coordinator

The Mad Hatter Restaurant & Tea Room
10.2020 - 08.2023
  • Managed day-to-day FOH operations to drive quality, standards, and meet customer expectations.
  • Resolved guests complaints while maintaining positive customer environment.
  • Maintained positive team environment by encouraging teamwork and respect in accordance with company mission.
  • Performed cash handling activities and secured nightly bank deposits.
  • Addressed guest concerns and resolved all issues to guests' satisfaction.
  • Demonstrated leadership by keeping up with cleanliness and organization and delegating roles to employees.
  • Inspected stocks to identify shortages, replenish supply and maintain consistent inventory.
  • Analyzed customer feedback and implemented strategies to improve customer satisfaction.
  • Adhered to safe work practices, food safety regulations, and corporate guidelines.
  • Utilized upselling techniques to maximize revenue and increase customer satisfaction.
  • Emphasized guest satisfaction during departmental meetings and focused on continuous improvement.
  • Collaborated with chefs to create seasonal menus and promotional offers.
  • Developed and implemented marketing initiatives to increase sales and revenue.
  • Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
  • Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
  • Coordinated and Ran All Private Events
  • Arranged Private Event Bookings, Outside Vendors and any specialized guest requests.

Private Events Server/Restaurant Server

The Mad Hatter Restaurant & Tea Room
10.2020 - 08.2023

As a Private Event and Lead Server, My main responsibilities were to ensure the guests were given great service and made to feel like family. I trained new servers and established protocols for Private Events.

  • Carried out professional service, retaining polite and friendly approach at all times.
  • Provided friendly, courteous service to create memorable moments for guests.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
  • Maintained event cleanliness during service by promptly clearing dishes after each course.
  • Maintained thorough menu knowledge to sufficiently answer questions regarding menu item sourcing, ingredients and cooking methods.

Paralegal, Family Law and Bankruptcy

Curtis Walker Law Firm
02.1995 - 09.1998
  • Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
  • Edited and proofread legal documents to verify accuracy.
  • Maintained and updated organized client contact information to keep in touch with clients and provide updates on cases.
  • Conducted detailed client intakes and entered information into company database.
  • Filed Personal Bankruptcy documents.
  • Liaised with other paralegals and legal staff to complete common tasks on schedule.
  • Conferred with clients and other involved parties to gather and track case information.
  • Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.

Education

Paralegal Certification - Paralegal

William Mitchell College of Law
Saint Paul, MN
1997

Skills

  • Event Billing
  • Guest Relations
  • Food and Beverage Experience
  • Event Setup and Breakdown
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Effective Multitasking
  • Upselling Expertise
  • Brand Promotion Strategies

Timeline

Events Team Member

Miko Events
08.2023 - Current

Front of House Manager and Events Coordinator

The Mad Hatter Restaurant & Tea Room
10.2020 - 08.2023

Private Events Server/Restaurant Server

The Mad Hatter Restaurant & Tea Room
10.2020 - 08.2023

Paralegal, Family Law and Bankruptcy

Curtis Walker Law Firm
02.1995 - 09.1998

Paralegal Certification - Paralegal

William Mitchell College of Law
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