Olivia Spangle
Meijer Central Kitchen
Goshen,IN
4
years of professional experience
Passionate about creating exceptional guest experiences through organization, communication, and attention to detail. Skilled at coordinating staff, managing event timelines, and solving problems in fast-paced environments. Seeking to continue building a career in the wedding and events industry.
Work History
Event Lead
2 Years 1 Month- Lead weddings and private events from setup through teardown, ensuring every detail is executed according to the client's vision.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for couples, vendors, and guests throughout events, providing exceptional customer service and clear communication.
- Coordinate timelines and oversee event flow, making real-time adjustments to keep events running smoothly and on schedule.
- Supervise and direct event staff, delegating responsibilities and ensuring high standards of service throughout each event.
- Collaborate with catering, bar, kitchen, and venue teams to ensure seamless execution of food and beverage service.
- Anticipate client needs and proactively resolve issues before they impact the guest experience.
- Train and mentor new team members on service standards, event procedures, and customer interactions.
- Set up reception spaces, ceremony areas, décor, and tablescapes according to detailed event specifications.
- Manage vendor arrivals, deliveries, and event logistics while maintaining communication between all parties.
- Ensure compliance with food safety, alcohol service, and venue policies throughout each event.
- Handle high-pressure situations with professionalism while maintaining a calm, positive environment for clients and staff.
- Build strong relationships with clients by providing attentive service before, during, and after events.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
OP 2 Bread Line Lead
1 Year 5 Months- Supervised daily production activities, ensuring adherence to quality and safety standards.
- Trained new employees in operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Maintained open lines of communication between management and production staff, successfully resolving any conflicts or concerns that arose during daily operations.
- Developed training materials focused on best practices in food safety and equipment handling for team development.
- Monitored equipment performance, identifying maintenance needs to prevent operational disruptions.
- Collaborated with management to develop strategies for meeting production goals and timelines.
Paraprofessional
1 Year 11 Months- Supported classroom instruction by assisting teachers with lesson plans and student engagement.
- Facilitated individualized learning strategies to accommodate diverse student needs and learning styles.
- Monitored student progress, providing feedback to teachers on academic performance and behavioral issues.
Education
BFA - Acting
Studied - Comedy Studies
Skills
Customer service
Problem-solving
Attention to detail
Time management
Multitasking Abilities
Excellent communication
Computer skills
Timeline
OP 2 Bread Line Lead
Meijer Central Kitchen
02.2025 - CurrentRead More
Event Lead
Bread and Chocolate
06.2024 - CurrentRead More
Paraprofessional
Goshen Community Schools
01.2023 - 12.2024Read More
Roosevelt University
BFA from Acting
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Second City
Studied from Comedy Studies
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