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Theodore Mermigas
Event And Catering Professional
Pittsburgh,PA
Summary
Dedicated food industry professional with extensive sales experience, well-versed in food and beverage operations, and guest services. Experienced in coordinating large-scale and intimate events. Successful at building relationships with customers to increase loyalty and build client relationships.
Overview
5
5
years of post-secondary education
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Event and Catering Staff
Duquesne Club
Pittsburgh, PA
09.2014 - Current
- Maintain the highest level of hospitality standards for club’s members and guests
- Coordinate and execute weddings, banquets, cocktail parties and receptions
- Facilitate service at club, members’ homes, and places of business in tandem with event and culinary staff
Pricing Assistant
TrueSense Marketing
Warrendale, PA
10.2020 - Current
- Work with nonprofit clients and donors to fulfill print and mail purchasing orders and create pricing grids for a full service fundraising agency
Front and Back of House Staff
Apteka Restaurant
Pittsburgh, PA
02.2020 - 10.2021
- Served and acquired expertise in natural and biodynamic wines, craft cocktails, beers, and curated european vegan cuisine
- Gained extensive knowledge of food products, kitchen equipment, safe food-handling procedures, and organization of supplies
Sales Associate
Nordstrom
Pittsburgh, PA
08.2018 - 04.2019
- Maintained top salesperson accolade
- Managed inventory, visual merchandising, product pricing, tagging, and vendor transfers to uphold organizational and visual appeal
- Engaged with clients to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships
Assistant Event Coordinator
LUXE Creative
Pittsburgh, PA
08.2017 - 06.2018
- Collaborated with Creative Director, Lead Designer, and Technical Director on the design and production of luxury events
- Coordinated with various vendors and event contributors, including photographers, performers, caterers and transportation services.
- Identified cost savings by researching new vendors and negotiating with partnered vendors.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Integrated Marketing And Communications
Duquesne University
Pittsburgh, PA 08.2014 - 05.2018
Certification - Interior Design
Parsons The New School For Design
New York, NY 05.2020 - Current
Skills
Event Production
Retail and Corporate Sales
Client Relations
Interior Design
Space Planning
Banquet and Catering Experience
Mixology
Culinary Expertise
Hospitality
Budget Management
Non-profit Fundraising
Software
Microsoft Office
Timeline
Pricing Assistant
TrueSense Marketing
10.2020 - Current
Certification - Interior Design
Parsons The New School For Design
05.2020 - Current
Front and Back of House Staff
Apteka Restaurant
02.2020 - 10.2021
Sales Associate
Nordstrom
08.2018 - 04.2019
Assistant Event Coordinator
LUXE Creative
08.2017 - 06.2018
Event and Catering Staff
Duquesne Club
09.2014 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Integrated Marketing And Communications
Duquesne University
08.2014 - 05.2018