Troy A. Ford
Newcomb,NY
Summary
Dynamic leader and innovator with extensive experience as Chef/Owner/Operator at Newcomb Cafe and Campground, LLC, and a seasoned NYS Licensed Real Estate Broker at Troy A. Ford Real Estate. Demonstrates exceptional business management and development acumen, ensuring operational excellence and client satisfaction. Talented Owner with excellent marketing, customer service and facility oversight skills and more than 25 years of experience. Highly effective and comfortable working with people at all levels in organization.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef/Owner/Operator
Newcomb Cafe and Campground, LLC
2019.09 - Current
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Reduced food waste with strategic menu planning and inventory control techniques.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Adapted menus seasonally, incorporating fresh produce to create visually appealing and flavorful dishes.
- Designed and executed catering menus for high-profile events, adapting offerings to meet diverse client needs.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and organization in kitchen, passing all health inspections with excellent rating
- Manage, maintain and promote the campground through social media in order to retain and secure new guests with the goal of high occupancy numbers.
NYS Licensed Real Estate Broker
Troy A. Ford Real Estate
2018.01 - Current
- Expanded client base through effective networking at industry events, seminars, and open houses.
- Collaborated with attorneys, title companies, mortgage lenders, home inspectors, and appraisers to facilitate successful transactions.
- Negotiated favorable contract terms for clients by leveraging market knowledge and strong communication skills.
- Maximized client satisfaction by consistently following up on leads, referrals, and new business opportunities to ensure a steady flow of potential buyers or sellers.
- Increased sales volume by developing and maintaining strong relationships with clients and other real estate professionals for over 25 years.
Education
No Degree - Business Management
Orange County Community College
Middletown, NY1987
Skills
Food safety and sanitation
Kitchen Operations
Ingredient Knowledge
Recipes and menu planning
Forecasting and planning
Food Cost Analysis
Food inventories
Operations Management
Purchasing
Business Management
Vendor Relations
Lead Generation
Negotiation
Market monitoring
Contract Management
Business Development
Cost Control
Accomplishments
Inducted into the RE/MAX Hall of Fame in 2015 for career earnings of over $1 million dollars in commission.
Timeline
Chef/Owner/Operator
Newcomb Cafe and Campground, LLC
2019.09 - Current
NYS Licensed Real Estate Broker
Troy A. Ford Real Estate
2018.01 - Current
No Degree - Business Management
Orange County Community College
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