Taylor Hollandsworth
Whitefish,MT
Summary
Eighteen years of experience in the hospitality industry with opportunities to have worked in many different fields of customer service. Experience in the front and back of house in restaurants, in the yachting industry, as well as in retail and management. Current efforts are focused on developing new skills and finding opportunities to experience a different company culture to cultivate and expand on business and technical knowledge.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chef-Property Manager (Seasonal)
Samaa Living
09.2022 - Current
- Property maintenance: landscaping, cleaning, and organizational projects
- Event planning: menu development, shopping, and coordination with event leads
- Chef services: food preparation for large groups, providing uniquely curated dining experiences, and maintaining facility presentation and cleanliness
- Website development
Chef (Seasonal)
Dancing Spirit Ranch
01.2020 - Current
- Event coordination and management of large groups
- Menu development catering to multiple food preferences
- Provision for events and inventory maintenance
- Grounds maintenance: gardening, landscaping, and housekeeping
- Provide exemplary customer service and unique guest experiences
- Demonstrate leadership skills and support team members
Supplement Manager
Big Sky Compounding Pharmacy
04.2020 - 05.2021
- Provide customers with knowledge and recommendations about products and supplements
- Weekly product ordering and inventory maintenance
- Take calls for prescription ordering and confirmations
- Work in team setting with focus on clear communication
Chef-Owner
Mama Tay And The Plants
09.2019 - Current
- Consult with clients to assess nutrition goals and meal preferences
- Organize retreats and private dining events
- Create memorable culinary experiences for guests
- Seasonal menu development
- Website development and social media marketing
Line Cook (Seasonal)
Cafe Kandahar
12.2019 - 03.2020
- Ensure prep station is set up and stocked
- Prepare a variety of menu components
- Support kitchen and wait staff
- Assure that food preparation and storage areas meet health and safety standards
- Demonstrate product knowledge, culinary creativity, and knife skills
Assistant to Tech Startup
Skychatters
11.2018 - 07.2019
- Daily progress meetings and application updates
- Provide updated product research and analysis
- Proficiency in necessary company applications
- Provide text and revisions to informational resources regarding the app
- Personal assistant duties including providing transportation, cooking team meals, and housekeeping
Server and Cocktail Waitress (Seasonal)
Element 47
11.2018 - 04.2019
- Provide guests with 5-star service and memorable experiences
- Extensive product knowledge
- Work in fast paced, high demand environment
- Facility maintenance, presentation, and cleanliness
- Demonstrate leadership and teamwork in close working environment
Freelance Yacht Stewardess & Chef
Multiple Vessels
07.2015 - 07.2022
- Manage all areas of interior and perform needed necessary and specialized cleaning maintenance
- Cater to yacht owners and guests: providing meal service, laundry service, and general housekeeping
- Provision boat for owner and guest trips
- Manage and maintain inventory of alcohol, food and beverages, crew uniforms, cleaning supplies, and service items
- Experience in table setup, decoration, and floral arrangements
- Handle lines, fenders, anchor and help on deck as needed
- Develop unique and creative menus
- Food preparation for crew and guests
- Provide guests with superior customer service and dining experiences
Server
Eolus Bar & Dining
04.2012 - 08.2014
- Provide excellent service to maintain 5-star dining reputation
- Work in fast-paced high-energy environment, catering up to 25 guests at one time
- Be knowledgeable and provide information on menu selections and preparations
- Inform patrons of wine selection options, including food pairing suggestions
- Monitor facility presentation and cleanliness
Manager & Server
Jean-Pierre Restaurant & Wine Bar
08.2011 - 08.2014
- Provide outstanding customer service and product knowledge
- Demonstrate wine knowledge and beverage service
- Monitor facility presentation and cleanliness
- Develop and apply employee training and resources
- Hiring Duties
Pantry Chef & Barista
Cypress Cafe
07.2010 - 08.2011
- Prepare line for food service
- Prepare desserts, cold plates, and condiments from scratch
- Prepare quality coffee drinks and cocktails
- Provide customer service and product knowledge
- Work in fast-paced high energy environment
- Facility maintenance
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish, Minor in Business Administration
Fort Lewis College
Durango, CO12.2013
Skills
- Motivated, hard-working, and positive individual
- Very adaptable and flexible
- Cleanly, organized, and detail orientated
- Comfortable in leadership positions
- Works well in teams as well as individually
- Experience working with high profile clients
- Extensive experience in customer service
- Nine years of Spanish study with conversational speaking ability/read fluently
Certification
The Institute of Integrative Nutrition: Holistic Health Coach Certification-Sept. 2019
Timeline
Chef-Property Manager (Seasonal)
Samaa Living
09.2022 - Current
Supplement Manager
Big Sky Compounding Pharmacy
04.2020 - 05.2021
Chef (Seasonal)
Dancing Spirit Ranch
01.2020 - Current
Line Cook (Seasonal)
Cafe Kandahar
12.2019 - 03.2020
Chef-Owner
Mama Tay And The Plants
09.2019 - Current
Assistant to Tech Startup
Skychatters
11.2018 - 07.2019
Server and Cocktail Waitress (Seasonal)
Element 47
11.2018 - 04.2019
Freelance Yacht Stewardess & Chef
Multiple Vessels
07.2015 - 07.2022
Server
Eolus Bar & Dining
04.2012 - 08.2014
Manager & Server
Jean-Pierre Restaurant & Wine Bar
08.2011 - 08.2014
Pantry Chef & Barista
Cypress Cafe
07.2010 - 08.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish, Minor in Business Administration
Fort Lewis College
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