Marie Oehler
Chicago,IL
Summary
Highly organized and detail-oriented professional passionate about executing exceptional events. Experience with both working 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.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
EVENT COORDINATOR/MANAGER
FIREHOUSE CHICAGO WEDDING VENUE
2023.04 - Current
- Adapted quickly when faced with unexpected challenges or changes in plans, maintaining composure while finding effective solutions.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless event execution and positive outcomes.
- Performed event coordination for larger parties and gatherings.
- Handled crisis management situations promptly, minimizing negative impact on event outcomes and client satisfaction.
FULL TIME SERVER/TRAINER/PRIVATE EVENT STAFF
CAFÉ BA-BA-REEBA
2021.03 - Current
- Maintained up to 7-table section multitasking food and drink orders, table maintenance and guest satisfaction
- Mentored new hires through the training process, ensuring they became productive team members quickly and efficiently.
- Thorough knowledge of Micros and Toast POS systems, with demonstrated low-error proficiency
- Regularly worked private events, coordinating food and drink orders while maintaining the flow and timing of event
- Addressed customer concerns promptly and professionally, resolving issues and preventing negative reviews or feedback.
- Set up and broke down rooms for private events, while helping guests set up.
- Trained new team members on restaurant procedures, menu items, and performance strategies.
SERVER/TRAINER
TRUE FOOD KITCHEN
2019.06 - 2021.03
- Certified Host and Server trainer from February 2020- February 2021 at True Food Kitchen
- Worked shifts alongside trainee, explaining and showing daily tasks and the proper procedures in the restaurant
- Implemented company training course and assessed employee results
- Took on opening and closing bartender and hostess shifts as needed.
NANNY
2016.01 - 2019.06
- Organized extra-curricular schedule for multiple children, including sports events and class, providing safe transportation to events
- Build positive and nurturing environment to support each child's social and emotional growth.
RECEPTIONIST
HARPER COLLEGE - PALATINE, IL
2017.08 - 2018.05
- Coordinated with student body and pool of tutors to schedule tutoring sessions
- Communicated and followed through to resolve any scheduling conflicts
- Maintained and organized office for increased efficiency and shift hand-offs.
Education
COURSEWORK IN FILM-MAKING -
COLUMBIA COLLEGE
Chicago, ILGEN ED COURSE WORK -
HARPER COLLEGE
Palatine, ILCLASS OF 2016 -
BARRINGTON HIGH SCHOOL
Barrington, ILSkills
- Effective Time Management
- Onsite Execution
- High-volume Dining
- Event Setup and Breakdown
Timeline
EVENT COORDINATOR/MANAGER
FIREHOUSE CHICAGO WEDDING VENUE
2023.04 - Current
FULL TIME SERVER/TRAINER/PRIVATE EVENT STAFF
CAFÉ BA-BA-REEBA
2021.03 - Current
SERVER/TRAINER
TRUE FOOD KITCHEN
2019.06 - 2021.03
RECEPTIONIST
HARPER COLLEGE - PALATINE, IL
2017.08 - 2018.05
NANNY
2016.01 - 2019.06
COURSEWORK IN FILM-MAKING -
COLUMBIA COLLEGE
GEN ED COURSE WORK -
HARPER COLLEGE
CLASS OF 2016 -
BARRINGTON HIGH SCHOOL
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