Lauren Bryant
Brandon,FL
Summary
Event Coordinator with over 13 years of experience managing high-volume catering and multi-venue events. Proven track record in reducing food waste and managing staffing conflicts through improved scheduling and portion controls. Consistently delivers high-quality on-site service while negotiating with vendors and resolving issues during 100+ guest functions. Seeks to expand event programs and improve operational efficiencies.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Brand Ambassador
X-Ceeding Limitations
Tampa, FL
04.2026 - Current
- Created and maintained a positive on-site environment, improving team morale and customer interactions with measurable results.
- Promoted reputable non-profits such as ASPCA and DAV through targeted outreach, driving increased community engagement.
- Traveled to new states to expand brand awareness, generating measurable increases in regional visibility.
- Set up branded display stations to standards, ensuring accurate SKU placement and consistent presentation.
Event Coordinator / Catering Manager
Mission BBQ
Brandon, FL
09.2019 - Current
- Manage client communications from initial inquiry through completion.
- Coordinate logistics, scheduling, staffing, and inventory.
- Prepare proposals, contracts, invoices, and reports.
- Oversee on-site operations to ensure quality service and efficiency.
- Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to meet goals.
- Handle problem-solving and last-minute changes in fast-paced environments.
- Scheduled staff shifts across three venues, reducing overlap and late arrivals on event days.
- Tracked food consumption patterns across events and adjusted portioning to cut daily food waste.
- Managed on-site issue resolution during 100+ guest functions, minimizing service interruptions and client complaints.
General Manager
Moe’s Southwest Grill
04.2013 - 04.2019
- Led daily operations of a high-volume restaurant, ensuring consistent service and operational uptime.
- Managed hiring, training, scheduling, and performance reviews to build a reliable hourly team.
- Controlled inventory and vendor relationships, streamlining supply ordering to maintain stock levels.
- Maintained labor budgets and financial targets while monitoring costs against forecasts.
- Enforced safety and quality standards across front- and back-of-house operations.
- Resolved escalated customer issues with follow-up actions to restore satisfaction and repeat business.
- Reduced food spoilage by implementing FIFO checks and weekly supplier audits, producing measurable waste reduction.
- Trained staff on POS and cash handling, eliminating till discrepancies during audits.
- Compiled weekly sales and labor reports in Excel to guide scheduling and purchasing decisions.
Education
Hillsborough Community College
01-2015
Skills
- Leadership & Team Management
- Operations Management
- Customer Service Excellence
- Scheduling & Logistics Coordination
- Budget Oversight
- Vendor Relations
- Problem Solving
- Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)
- Time Management & Organization
- Catering Management
- Data Analysis
- Event Planning
- Negotiation Skills
- Adaptability
- Creativity
- Attention to Detail
- Conflict Resolution
- Networking
- Emotional Intelligence
Timeline
Brand Ambassador
X-Ceeding Limitations
04.2026 - Current
Event Coordinator / Catering Manager
Mission BBQ
09.2019 - Current
General Manager
Moe’s Southwest Grill
04.2013 - 04.2019
Hillsborough Community College