Dynamic leader with a proven track record in menu planning and team leadership, notably at SJ and Son Fisheries. Excelled in enhancing food safety protocols and inventory management. Demonstrates exceptional ability to drive team performance and achieve significant operational efficiencies.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Dockside Food Manager
SJ and Son Fisheries
09.2019 - 04.2023
Provided dockside management for commercial fishery harvesting crab, shrimp and oysters for local fish markets and restaurants
Coordinated delivery of fresh seafood to scheduled destination
Responsible for hiring and training staff to prepare fresh seafood and side dishes for SJ and Son food truck
Created menus to utilize daily catch
Oversaw food preparation and stocking of food truck
Prepared itemized inventory and product ordering weekly in accordance with budget
Responsible for staff time records and payroll
Owner/Operator
Longwood Art Gallery
01.2017 - 07.2019
Owner of art gallery and custom framing shop
Worked with artists to display and highlight unique artwork
Provided quality customer service to local community
Framed artwork to customers' design selection
Managed daily operations including accounts payable and receivable, payroll and artist consignment payments
Partnered with local businesses to support community endeavors
President
Operation Homefront TN/KY
02.2012 - 11.2016
Managed a multi-state nonprofit providing services to military families with a loved one deployed
Hired and trained paid and volunteer staff to provide intake and services to qualified families
Partnered with national corporations (Carter's, Dollar General, Jim Beam) to obtain donations for military families
Worked with the Board of Directors in the developing and achieving the fiscal and mission-based responsibilities of the organization
Organized large fundraising and community events including corporate sponsorships and volunteer recruitment
Development Director
Epilepsy Foundation of Nashville
08.2007 - 01.2012
Responsible for developing the fiscal goals of the organization and identifying potential individual and corporate donors
Managed all marketing streams including website, direct mail and media campaigns
Created quarterly and annual fiscal reports for the Board of Directors
Organized numerous fundraising events including concerts and athletic events
Chaired the Development Committee to increase community awareness and support
Researched grant opportunities and created proposals for grant submission
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