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Rachel Perry

Porterville,Ca

Summary

Enthusiastic and results-driven Public Relations Specialist with 7 years of experience. Eager to join the PUSD Team and assist with the development of an engaging communications program for students and parents.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Banquet Coordinator

Eagle Mountain Casino
Porterville, CA
04.2024 - Current
  • Coordinate banquet events and activities, including booking venues, scheduling staff, and creating menus.
  • Maintains accurate records of payments, supplies, event details, and other related information.
  • Ensures adherence to safety protocols for food handling and preparation in accordance with health department regulations.
  • Manages catering team by assigning tasks, providing training on proper table settings, and monitoring performance during events.
  • Plans seating arrangements according to guest lists provided by clients while considering accessibility needs.
  • Monitors inventory levels of supplies used during banquets such as linens, flatware, glassware., ordering additional items as needed.
  • Supervises setup and breakdown operations at venues prior to and after events; ensured that all areas were properly cleaned.
  • Assists with menu selections by suggesting dishes that complement the overall theme or atmosphere of the event.
  • Collaborate closely with clients throughout the planning process, address concerns promptly and professionally.
  • Processes invoices from vendors upon completion of an event and verifies accuracy before submitting payment.
  • Gathers feedback from guests regarding their experiences and incorporates suggestions into future events and plans.
  • Communicates daily with venue team members to coordinate event logistics.
  • Oversees food preparation, delivery, and quality to ensure satisfaction.
  • Participates in taste tests of menu options and special requests.
  • Consistently maintains high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage, and sanitation of food and beverage products.
  • Oversees food preparation, production and presentation according to quality standards.
  • Delegates work to staff, setting priorities and goals while participating in all
  • Supervises a team of 12 team members, establishing and maintaining a positive and productive atmosphere to enhance employee experience.

Legal Assistant

Tule River Tribe - Legal Counsel
Porterville, CA
08.2023 - 03.2024
  • Reviewed and prepared legal documents, such as contracts, motions, briefs, and memoranda.
  • Maintained client confidentiality in all matters.
  • Proofread drafts of legal documents for accuracy in grammar and punctuation.
  • Greeted clients upon arrival at office and provided assistance as needed.
  • Scanned physical documents into electronic format for storage in a secure database system.
  • Provided administrative support to boost Counsel's document production and legal correspondence.
  • Ensured that all paperwork was properly filed according to established procedures.
  • Mailed and arranged for delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses and court officials.
  • Drafted correspondence, documented data and submitted materials to appropriate parties.
  • Organized legal documents in company filing systems and databases.

Public Relations Events Manager

Eagle Mountain Casino
09.2014 - 04.2021
  • Created and maintained a list of media contacts.
  • Responded to media inquiries and supported event organization.
  • Organized press conferences, publicity events.
  • Drafted, prepared, and sent out newsworthy press releases, media pitches and award submissions to local newspapers, magazines, and news stations.
  • Responsible for maintaining companies' social media platforms, such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Snapchat.
  • Served as a Chamber Ambassador with Porterville, Tulare Kings Hispanic and Bakersfield Chamber of Commerce's.
  • Attended up to six local Chamber of Commerce events each month to ensure good standing and communication with our Chamber Partners.
  • Sat on the Porterville Chamber Board of Directors for 2.5 years.
  • Received and processed all donation requests via mail, email, and in person.
  • Sat on the Donation Committee and compiled pertinent requests for review by the committee.
  • Responsible for all Casino Entertainment Artists/Guests and their team while on our premises.
  • Arranged for billing and payment in accordance with the artist contract agreements (deposits, final payment, commissions, and accounts payable). Negotiated and regulated all rider requirements.
  • Ensured that each participating Casino Department was responsible, prepared, and adhered to the event standards I created to certify a smooth show production.
  • Advanced show production for artists, including sound and lighting.
  • Corresponded with Artists' Business Manager, Tour Manager, Road Manager, and Production Manager to ensure show logistics were handled appropriately, promptly, and without flaw.
  • Arranged hospitality, hotel accommodations, and travel arrangements for visiting artists.
  • Acted as Liaison between Artists and property to ensure successful execution of the show/event on Casino premises.
  • Managed Marketing Department roles before, during, and after the show.
  • Managed two Marketing Clerks who assisted me with the above mentioned.

Teacher/Tutor

Tule River Tribe
04.2013 - 02.2014
  • Kindergarten Teacher for an after-school study center for Native American children, grades K-12.
  • I assisted in the student's educational curriculum in making sure they comprehended their homework assignments and retained information learned at school.
  • I provided extra supplemental work and provided one-on-one time to better grasp what their expectations were.
  • I also allowed them time to work on motor skills where we worked on art projects that included cutting, pasting, coloring and painting.

Service Coordinator

Cenegenics Medical Institute
07.2012 - 02.2013
  • Established and maintained professional relationships with exclusive and confidential patients while providing front-line service
  • Effectively marketed/promoted medical programs to both new and existing patients, while reducing attrition
  • Maintained on-going physician relationships to assist in maintaining high-level patient satisfaction
  • Monitored/managed 280+ patients, coordinated care programs, assisted patients and maintained high-level patient satisfaction at all times.

Project Manager

Trade Show Supply
10.2011 - 06.2012
  • Responsible for the planning and execution of client exhibit service projects and trade show events for both House Account and New Business Accounts.
  • Managed all aspects of the exhibit and event project from initial briefing to reconciliation for both House Accounts and New Business Accounts.
  • Maintained client liaison and ensured all required forms, information, and procedures were monitored and achieved throughout the project planning process for both House Accounts and New Business Accounts.
  • Worked with the team to ensure adherence to our standards of operations.
  • Responsible for accurate and timely job file preparation, estimating, and reconciliation of project costs.

Education

Bachelors - Marketing

University of San Francisco
12.2009

Skills

  • Media Relations
  • Press Releases
  • Microsoft Office
  • Relationship Management
  • Internal/External Communications
  • Excellent management and organization skills
  • Ability to prepare, compose and assemble confidential information
  • Guest Relations
  • Event Promotion
  • Staff Supervision

Timeline

Banquet Coordinator

Eagle Mountain Casino
04.2024 - Current

Legal Assistant

Tule River Tribe - Legal Counsel
08.2023 - 03.2024

Public Relations Events Manager

Eagle Mountain Casino
09.2014 - 04.2021

Teacher/Tutor

Tule River Tribe
04.2013 - 02.2014

Service Coordinator

Cenegenics Medical Institute
07.2012 - 02.2013

Project Manager

Trade Show Supply
10.2011 - 06.2012

Bachelors - Marketing

University of San Francisco

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