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Mackenzie Gregory

Mackenzie Gregory

Jacksonville,NC

Summary

Highly organized and detail-oriented professional passionate about executing exceptional events that achieve established goals. Experience with planning, budgeting and coordinating wide variety of both small-scale and large-scale events. Strong communicator and negotiator able to foster relationships with key stakeholders and vendors. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Event Planner

Publix
05.2018 - Current
  • Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
  • Performed event coordination for larger parties and gatherings.
  • Corresponded with clients to answer questions and resolve issues.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients through frequent updates on progress, addressing concerns promptly, and providing regular status reports.
  • Increased client satisfaction by conducting thorough research to identify unique and engaging event themes and ideas.
  • Improved accessibility at events by coordinating accommodations for guests with special needs or requests as necessary.
  • Evaluated existing plans, processes and events planning services to identify opportunities for improvement.

Overnight Associate

Kohls
11.2016 - 05.2018
  • Completed assigned tasks in a timely manner, contributing to overall efficiency of overnight operations.
  • Improved store organization by efficiently stocking shelves and arranging merchandise during overnight shifts.
  • Ensured accurate pricing by diligently updating price tags according to current promotions or markdowns.
  • Removed all boxes and related trash from sales floor and processed through compactors.
  • Received, sorted and processed incoming stock and materials to prepare the stock for storage or shipment.

Restaurant Hostess

Quartermaster’s Restaurant & Tavern
03.2017 - 07.2017
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by handling telephone inquiries while attending to in-person guest needs seamlessly.
  • Handled high-pressure situations gracefully, managing multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining a calm demeanor.
  • Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
  • Maintained an organized waitlist for busy times, ensuring efficient seating of guests.
  • Collaborated with servers to ensure smooth transitions between tables, minimizing wait times for guests.
  • Checked in with servers to confirm preparedness before seating customers.
  • Prepared dining room for service by cleaning , organizing tables and placing table settings.
  • Complied with food safety and food hygiene regulations to safeguard public health.

Front of House Employee

Long Island Pizza
06.2016 - 10.2016
  • Maintained a clean and welcoming environment for guests, contributing to positive dining experiences.
  • Handled high-pressure situations with grace, maintaining excellent service standards even during peak hours or understaffed shifts.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing attentive service and addressing inquiries in a timely manner.
  • Performed opening and closing duties diligently, ensuring the restaurant was ready for optimal operations each day.
  • Assisted servers with delivering food, filling beverages, and retrieving items for guests.
  • Reset tables between guests by restocking low items and wiping down surfaces.
  • Utilized point-of-sale systems effectively to process transactions accurately and maintain financial records.
  • Managed phone lines, taking reservations, processing takeout orders, and addressing any customer concerns with professionalism.
  • Checked on dining areas frequently to clean up spills, wipe down tables and restock stations.
  • Kept drawer balanced by accurately processing cash, credit and debit payments.

Sales Associate

Tsunami Surf Shop
06.2015 - 09.2015
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
  • Organized in-store promotions and events to increase foot traffic and drive additional sales opportunities.

Education

High School Diploma -

Topsail High School
245 N Saint John’s Church Rd. Hampstead, NC 28443
06.2015

Skills

  • Planning and Organization
  • Event Planning
  • Food service knowledge
  • Microsoft Office
  • Problem-Solving
  • Store Organization
  • Safety and Cleanliness Standards
  • Multi-tasking strength

Timeline

Event Planner

Publix
05.2018 - Current

Restaurant Hostess

Quartermaster’s Restaurant & Tavern
03.2017 - 07.2017

Overnight Associate

Kohls
11.2016 - 05.2018

Front of House Employee

Long Island Pizza
06.2016 - 10.2016

Sales Associate

Tsunami Surf Shop
06.2015 - 09.2015

High School Diploma -

Topsail High School

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