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Robyn Kopsko

Fort Lauderdale,FL

Summary

Enthusiastic problem solver and passionate creative with a vast track record of developing cohesive teams, and implementing efficient multi project workflows that adhere to deliverable and budgetary constraints. Highly energetic, adaptive, and fair leader who leads by doing - with two decades of experience in logistics, task force, and project execution.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Design

Beckon Homes
01.2020 - Current
  • Created 'Beckon Interiors', a wing of the company that finds, onboards, and outfits homes for Luxury AirB&B owners nation wide with design portfolio growing 4x since inception
  • Built company alongside founders from Local to National by expanding into new markets, developing relationships with owner investors, and assembling high performing teams to foster culture of collaboration and innovation in the luxury AirB&B space
  • Increase design team efficiency by implementing streamlined workflows allowing us to juggle multiple home design and install projects simultaneously, never losing strategic vision, morale, or focus
  • Deliver high-quality renderings and detailed budgets for major clients, leading to increased brand recognition and repeat business
  • Remotely source local teams for out of town design projects that I travel for, including furniture delivery, painters, installers, electricians, housekeeping, and local on-site property managers
  • Develop home re-design projects nationally for optimal flow, feel, purpose and comfort from concept to completion, ensuring timely delivery within budget and scope constraints for clients
  • Collaborated on comprehensive brand guidelines, resulting in a consistent visual identity across all platforms
  • Consult closely with third party contractors to ensure items are code compliant
  • Evaluate vendor relationships for cost-effectiveness, negotiating contracts that saved company resources while maintaining high-quality output

Executive Chef

Noelle Hotel/ 21c Hotels
11.2016 - 10.2019
  • On Executive opening team that received goods, oversaw logistics, and all staffing hotel wide
  • Increased customer satisfaction and solidified restaurant concept by developing innovative and diverse menus tailored to various dietary needs
  • Oversaw events (500+) by meeting with clients, discussing budgetary and dietary needs, prepping space, staff, and executing event with boots on ground
  • Streamlined kitchen operations with effective inventory management and cost controls
  • Maintained safe and sanitary work environment, adhering to health department standards and regulations
  • Sourced and built strong, trustworthy relationships with vendors, negotiating competitive prices on ingredients and supplies
  • Generated employee schedules and work assignments and determined appropriate compensation rates
  • Led by example by doing any task required in order to keep a smooth kitchen flow and strong team morale

International Cultural Exchange

HelpX / WorkAway
12.2015 - 09.2016

Waitara, New Zealand- Fiona Clark Farm

  • Daily volunteer work on hundred acre farm, utilizing crops for full self sustainability
  • Foraged produce and cooked meals for everyone daily

Hanoi, Vietnam - Hanoi Social Club

  • Restaurant Consultant, Chef, English Teacher who coached non English speaking staff on kitchen sanitation and recipe implementation and implemented new kitchen systems for most efficient workflow

Golan Heights, Israel- Meshek Levy (Farm)

  • Day to day harvest and maintenance on 26 year old cherry farm

Chef of Nutritional Services

Florida Hospital
03.2012 - 11.2015
  • Led over 65 staff members, overseeing major retail and franchise outlets
  • Implemented of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point program campus wide
  • Curated custom menus for patients with various dietary needs

Executive Chef, Task Force Director

Waldorf Astoria Hotels
01.2007 - 01.2012
  • Utilized creativity, and management skills to write menus, coach team, and execute specialty events at Waldorf Astoria properties nationally. Oversaw culinary operations for events, hotels openings, VIP profile clients.

Education

Bachelor of Applied Science in Hospitality Mgmt - Culinary Arts, Nutrition

The Ohio State University
Columbus Oh

Skills

  • Problem Solver
  • Active Listener and Collaborator
  • Extremely Resourceful
  • Always Prepared to Pivot
  • Teamwork Skills
  • Workflow Management

Passions

Volunteer | Global Mission Initiatives | Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, Africa

April 2015 - June 2015

Taught sanitation and nutritional classes to rural village schools 

Set up local medical center with doctors and conducted triage 


Earned 2nd place in National Healthcare Federation Culinary Competition 

June 4, 2014 


I am a lifetime learner and am incredibly passionate about helping those around me, immersing in adventure, the unknown, and finding ways to leave the world a better place than I found it. 

Timeline

Director of Design

Beckon Homes
01.2020 - Current

Executive Chef

Noelle Hotel/ 21c Hotels
11.2016 - 10.2019

International Cultural Exchange

HelpX / WorkAway
12.2015 - 09.2016

Chef of Nutritional Services

Florida Hospital
03.2012 - 11.2015

Executive Chef, Task Force Director

Waldorf Astoria Hotels
01.2007 - 01.2012

Bachelor of Applied Science in Hospitality Mgmt - Culinary Arts, Nutrition

The Ohio State University
Robyn Kopsko