MARIE SKINNER
Big Sky,MT
Summary
20+ years of experience across fast-paced restaurant, bar, and event settings. Level 1 sommelier certification with strong product knowledge and service standards. Create tailored guest experiences for private events and assist with design related project execution.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Designer
Mint Design Co, LLC
10.2017 - Current
- Managed multiple design projects, delivering timely completion and high client satisfaction.
- Prepared accurate proposals and estimates, coordinating subcontractor bids to optimize project outcomes.
- Create drawings for client and subcontractor approvals, facilitating smooth installations.
- Ensure final installations meet client timelines and compliance requirements.
- Develop comprehensive schedules and oversee procurement processes for seamless operations.
Lead Designer
Abby Hetherington Interiors
Bozeman,, Montana
10.2025 - 08.2026
- Supported design and project management team for $58 million private members-only luxury lodge, enhancing design development documentation, procurement, construction coordination, and installation.
- Coordinated with contractors, subcontractors, vendors, and ownership during design and installation to ensure smooth execution of high-end design vision.
- Coordinated FF&E, finishes, fixtures, materials, and custom elements from specification through procurement and installation, ensuring alignment with design vision and quality standards.
- Coordinated FF&E, finishes, fixtures, materials, and custom elements
- from specification through procurement and installation, ensuring alignment with design vision and quality standards.
- Reviewed architectural drawings, shop drawings, submittals, and finish details to help maintain design intent and support accurate field execution.
- Reviewed architectural drawings, shop drawings, submittals, and finish
- details to maintain design intent and support accurate field execution.
- Attended site meetings, helped resolve design coordination issues, and supported schedules, vendor tracking, and punch-list completion to keep project deliverables moving.
- Participated in site meetings, resolved design coordination issues, and supported schedules, vendor tracking, and punch-list completion to facilitate project timelines and deliverables.
- Managed FF&E budget, balancing elevated design standards with strategic sourcing and cost control to ensure design quality remained within budget constraints.
- Managed FF&E budget, balancing elevated design standards with
- strategic sourcing and cost management to ensure high-end results met
- budgetary constraints.
Bartender
Spindleshanks Lake Tahoe
Lake Tahoe, CA
02.2023 - 04.2025
- Crafted cocktails and poured wine while managing a full-service bar for diverse clientele, enhancing guest satisfaction across vacationers, locals, and private events.
- Applied Level One Sommelier knowledge to guide guests through curated wine selections and food pairings, enhancing the dining experience.
- Balanced speed and accuracy while managing multiple orders during peak hours, contributing to consistently exceeding sales and service goals.
- Built strong rapport with guests, creating a welcoming atmosphere that fostered repeat business.
- Collaborated closely with servers, kitchen staff, and management to ensure smooth operations and seamless guest experiences.
- Delivered exceptional service in a fast-paced, high-volume environment at one of Lake Tahoe's premier restaurants.
LEAD SERVER
Paul Selak Catering
Tahoe City, CA
01.2013 - 03.2024
- Directed event service teams, ensuring seamless execution and attentive guest care, enhancing overall event satisfaction.
- Led service for luxury catering events, delivering refined service for weddings, private parties, and high-profile clients.
- Anticipated guest needs and provided proactive, discreet service in fast-paced and high-pressure environments.
- Maintained professionalism and poise, executing events on time and meeting client expectations for high standards of hospitality.
- Collaborated with event planners and clients to design event styling and décor, creating polished presentations that aligned with client vision.
- Created and served craft cocktails tailored to client preferences, elevating bar service beyond standard offerings.
Education
Certificate - CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
Columbia Engineering
Online04-2026
Certificate - Level One Sommelier
National Wine School (NWS)
Santa Rosa, CA06-2014
Bachelor of Arts - INTERIOR DESIGN
University of Nevada-Reno
Reno, NV01-2009
Some College (No Degree) - ARCHITECTURE DESIGN
Truckee Meadows Community College
Reno, NVSkills
Level 1 Sommelier
Mixologist
Reading construction documents
Floor plan design
Time Management (Expert)
AutoCAD (Skillful)
Project management
SmartDraw (Experienced)
Procore
Microsoft Office (Expert)
Google Workspace (Expert)
Gantt Charts (Experienced)
Personal Information
Title: Interior Designer/ Project Manager
LANGUAGES
Spanish (Proficient).
Timeline
Lead Designer
Abby Hetherington Interiors
10.2025 - 08.2026
Bartender
Spindleshanks Lake Tahoe
02.2023 - 04.2025
Owner/Designer
Mint Design Co, LLC
10.2017 - Current
LEAD SERVER
Paul Selak Catering
01.2013 - 03.2024
Certificate - CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
Columbia Engineering
Certificate - Level One Sommelier
National Wine School (NWS)
Bachelor of Arts - INTERIOR DESIGN
University of Nevada-Reno
Some College (No Degree) - ARCHITECTURE DESIGN
Truckee Meadows Community College