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Laura Meyering

Seattle

Summary

Dynamic banquet professional with extensive experience at Marriott, excelling in event coordination and customer service. Proven ability to lead teams and ensure seamless operations while maintaining compliance with service standards. Skilled in cash handling and adept at anticipating guest needs, consistently delivering exceptional experiences.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Banquet Server/Bartender

Hyatt
Bellevue
11.2015 - Current
  • Provided excellent customer service by anticipating guests' needs and responding promptly to requests.
  • Assisted in the setup and breakdown of banquet tables, chairs, linens, and other equipment.

Banquet Server/Bartender

Marriott
Bellevue
09.2014 - Current
  • Provided prompt, friendly service to all guests during banquets or catered events.
  • Organized payment transactions accurately while providing excellent customer service.

Banquet Server/Bartender

Marriott
Coronado
10.2002 - 05.2014
  • Provided excellent customer service by anticipating guests' needs and responding promptly to requests.
  • Assisted in the setup and breakdown of banquet tables, chairs, linens, and other equipment.

Banquet Captain

Marriott
San Diego
11.1993 - 10.2002
  • Coordinated setup, execution, and breakdown of banquet events, ensuring seamless operations.
  • Trained new banquet staff on service standards, procedures, and company policies.
  • Conducted pre-event briefings with staff to communicate event details and client expectations.
  • Maintained operations in full compliance with alcohol service standards and legal requirements to prevent incidents of overserving or underage drinking.
  • Managed a team of banquet servers, assigning tasks and monitoring performance for quality service.

Education

Master of Arts - Education

National University
San Diego, CA
05-2007

Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies

National University
La Jolla, CA
06-2004

Associate of Arts - Liberal Studies

Seattle Central Community College
Seattle, WA
01-1990

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Event coordination
  • Cash handling
  • Setup and breakdown
  • Beverage service
  • Team leadership

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Banquet Server/Bartender

Hyatt
11.2015 - Current

Banquet Server/Bartender

Marriott
09.2014 - Current

Banquet Server/Bartender

Marriott
10.2002 - 05.2014

Banquet Captain

Marriott
11.1993 - 10.2002

Master of Arts - Education

National University

Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies

National University

Associate of Arts - Liberal Studies

Seattle Central Community College
Laura Meyering