Samantha Caliva
Chicago,IL
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Communication Specialist
Saint Vincent DePaul Society
Waterford, WI
08.2019 - Current
- Creates social media posts for the society of Saint Vincent Depaul with all relative updates on location and hours of operation, upcoming events, and links providing background knowledge and mission statements.
- Develop content and update the official webpage for Saint Vincent DePaul of Racine and its information on the organizations efforts to assist those requiring rent and utility assistance, job placement and access to food relief programs.
- Use Microsoft Office and Excel to maintain employee and volunteer contact sheets as well as media contact lists.
- Create press releases and additional media communication promoting the organization and their clients.
- Design newsletters to engage employees and strengthen organizational relationships.
Fine Dining Server
Gideon Sweet
Chicago, IL
01.2018 - 12.2018
- Successfully treat guests to a memorable dining experience through exceptional interpersonal and listening skills while possessing leadership capabilities and genuine passion.
- Quickly achieved an in-depth knowledge of an extensive wine lists and complex dining and cocktail menus.
- Assisted customers with special needs and addressed customer inquiries.
- Demonstrated proficiency in time management and multitasking.
Fine Dining & Cocktail Server
Pomp & Circumstance
Chicago, IL
01.2016 - 12.2018
- Bartender and fine-dining server with exceptional culinary insight and serving skills.
- Scheduled, coordinated and managed all lounge and fine dining special events.
- Coordinated with supervisor to determine staffing needs for events and developed menus to address customer expectations.
- VIP bottle hosts and server to exclusive members.
Bar Manager
Wakefields
Lake Geneva, WI
01.2012 - 12.2014
- Experienced bar manager and server in fine dining and profit at creating a welcoming and enjoyable experience.
- In-depth knowledge of wine and liquor, specialty cocktails and liquor laws.
- Ensure accurate cash handling and balancing of cash-outs during closing duties.
- Perform stocking duties and inventory maintenance before, during and after all shifts.
- Provided input marketing, creative and communication strategies for all events and large parties.
Timeline
Communication Specialist
Saint Vincent DePaul Society
08.2019 - Current
Fine Dining Server
Gideon Sweet
01.2018 - 12.2018
Fine Dining & Cocktail Server
Pomp & Circumstance
01.2016 - 12.2018
Bar Manager
Wakefields
01.2012 - 12.2014