Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Conference Services Manager
Aimbridge Hospitality
New Orleans, LA
11.2022 - Current
Maintained contact with clients throughout the planning process to keep them informed of progress and changes in plans.
Resolved any issues that arose during the course of organizing a conference or event.
Oversaw setup of meeting rooms prior to events to ensure they meet customer specifications.
Created and presented proposals to potential clients.
Negotiated contracts with corporate clients.
Responded to customer inquiries in a timely manner.
Managed client accounts and relationships.
Performed administrative tasks such as creating contracts, invoices, purchase orders.
Used Delphi to maintain accurate database of inquiries, sales revenue and sales leads.
Lead Bartender
Atavola
Metairie, LA
05.2021 - Current
Closed out cash register and prepared cashier report at close of business.
Upsold daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals.
Maintained secure cash drawers, promptly resolving discrepancies in daily totals.
Kept alcoholic beverages well-stocked and organized to meet expected demands.
Kept detailed inventories and notified management of ordering needs for liquor, beer, wine and bar supplies.
Conducted regular inventories of bar and drink supplies to keep stock on hand and avoid expensive rush orders.
Banquet Server
Marriott
Metairie, LA
03.2015 - 05.2021
Arranged linens and table settings according to seating plan and event theme.
Provided friendly, courteous service to create memorable moments for guests.
Maintained event cleanliness during service by promptly clearing dishes after each course.
Served appetizers, delivered entrees and refilled beverages for banquet guests.
Closed out banquet checks at the end of every event and ensured all checks were correctly charged.
Organized and set up multiple events using a banquet event order.
Banquet Server
Maison Dupuy
New Orleans, LA
02.2015 - 03.2017
Executed synchronized meal service simultaneously serving multiple guests.
Fostered enjoyable event atmosphere through friendly guest interactions
Prepared serving and appetizer trays and set tables at diverse events.
Circulated appetizer and drink trays smoothly around events to offer selections to guests.
Set up and organized all buffet dinners for a polished flow of guests.
Made speciality cocktails for multiple guests during wedding events