Richel Rennie
Bronx
Summary
I am experienced with hosting and orchestrating engaging culinary events, ensuring seamless dining experience. Utilizes excellent customer service and coordination skills to create memorable moments for guests. Track record of successful event planning and execution, contributing to high levels of guest satisfaction. In addition to being well versed in culinary arts I am a hospitality professional, well-versed in delivering excellent dining experiences and maintaining high service standards. Known for collaborative teamwork and achieving guest satisfaction. Reliable and adaptable, with strong interpersonal and multitasking skills. I am confident that I will be able to exceed and employers and customer’s expectations.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Culinary Host
Taste Buds Kitchen
New York, NY
07.2022 - Current
- Curated engaging culinary experiences for diverse groups, enhancing participant enjoyment and satisfaction.
- Collaborated with chefs to design innovative menus, reflecting seasonal ingredients and current food trends.
- Trained and mentored new hosts on service protocols, fostering a collaborative team environment.
- Developed creative promotional materials to increase class enrollment and community engagement initiatives.
- Implemented feedback mechanisms to gather participant insights, driving continuous improvement in event offerings.
Culinary Instructor
Battle of the Tables
New York, NY
07.2023 - 12.2024
- Orchestrate and oversee events. Time management and the ability to work quickly are essential.
- Deliver a cooking demonstration outlining cooking tips and tricks to inspire the audience in the beginning of the class
- Create a fun and inviting party ambiance where guests learn in a non-threatening and social environment.
- Ensure the food taste, presentation and service is high quality.
- Market the company for future business and general goodwill by engaging guests.
- Organized culinary competitions that encouraged teamwork and showcased student talents to the community.
- Stayed current with industry trends and advancements by attending conferences, workshops, and professional development seminars.
Server
Deborah Miller Catering & Events
New York, NY
05.2022 - 01.2024
- Delivered exceptional customer service, ensuring guest satisfaction and repeat business.
- Coordinated and executed catering events, managing timelines and logistics effectively.
- Trained and mentored new staff on service protocols and best practices.
Chef Instructor
Wellness in the Schools
New York, NY
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Trained educators on effective teaching methods for culinary instruction, improving overall program quality.
- Advocated for sustainable food practices in school meal programs, fostering environmental awareness among students.
- Organized community events to promote healthy eating and engage families in culinary activities.
- Evaluated student progress and provided constructive feedback to promote skill development.
- Mentored aspiring chefs, providing guidance on technique and kitchen management practices.
- Collaborated with school staff to integrate wellness initiatives within existing educational programs.
Culinary Instructor
Chef Koochooloo
New York, NY
05.2022 - 06.2022
- Responsible for teaching adults of all ages the basics of gourmet cooking, along with the importance of daily nutrition.
- In addition, providing classes with a fun, conversational experience while cooking.
- Facilitated hands-on cooking demonstrations to reinforce theoretical concepts in a practical environment.
- Designed and implemented culinary curriculum to enhance student engagement and skill development.
Cashier
Homegoods
Pelham Manor, NY
07.2020 - 04.2022
- Processed customer transactions efficiently using point-of-sale systems.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
Education
Bachelor - Hospitality Management
Monroe College
New Rochelle, NY12.2021
Associate - Culinary Arts
Monroe College
New Rochelle, NY12.2019
Diploma -
Harry S. Truman High School
Bronx, NY06.2018
Skills
- Attentive to details, creativeness in the kitchen, cleanliness, team player, organized, and fast-paced at making decision, great customer service skills
- Host/Hostess
- Food Preparation
- Kitchen Management Experience
- Culinary Experience
- Cooking
- Meal Preparation
- Catering
- Meat Cutting
- Food Safety
- Food Production
- Restaurant Management
- Time Management
- Strong Written and Verbal Skills
- Strong relationship-building skills
- Experience with Children
- POS
- Retail Sales
- Restaurant experience
- Cooking techniques
- Ingredient knowledge
- Sanitation practices
- Customer service
- Team player
- Problem-solving
- Warm and friendly
- Reliable and trustworthy
CUST
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
Culinary Instructor
Battle of the Tables
07.2023 - 12.2024
Chef Instructor
Wellness in the Schools
09.2022 - 06.2023
Culinary Host
Taste Buds Kitchen
07.2022 - Current
Server
Deborah Miller Catering & Events
05.2022 - 01.2024
Culinary Instructor
Chef Koochooloo
05.2022 - 06.2022
Cashier
Homegoods
07.2020 - 04.2022
Associate - Culinary Arts
Monroe College
Bachelor - Hospitality Management
Monroe College
Diploma -
Harry S. Truman High School