Experience

Proof of the Pudding

• United States
• Events Services
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Catering Sales Manager

  • Jan 2022 - Present



Milan Laser Hair Removal

• United States
• Wellness and Fitness Services
• 700 & Above Employee

• Clinic Sales Manager

  • May 2021 - Jan 2022



Compass Group USA

• United States
• Food and Beverage Services
• 700 & Above Employee

• Senior Catering Sales Manager - Wolfgang Puck Catering at Georgia Aquarium

  • Sep 2010 - Jun 2020

  -Solicited new accounts as well as entertained and maintained relationships with existing clients to meet and exceed revenue goals-Sold and managed events from 5 to 5,000 guests-Provide in-depth details and notes for every event-Created proposals, BEOs, invoices and negotiated contracts using specialized computer software programs-Prepared and analyzed weekly financial reports and created P&L statements for every event to ensure profit margin of at least 25%-Responsible for collecting payment for all events-Worked closely with clients to help plan the details of the event including menu, room layouts, and event timelines as well as hosting site visits and food tastings-Recognized for ability to quickly establish rapport with customers, upsell products, and build a loyal clientele-Received top ranking in a company-wide competition by collecting the largest number of new contracts in a specified time frame.-Achieved $1.76 Million in food and beverage sales at conclusion of fiscal year 2019-Attained 93% of revenue goal for fiscal year 2020 prior to lay-off due to COVID-19 Show less

• Catering Sales Manager - Restaurant Associates at Woodruff Arts Center and High Museum of Art

  • Oct 2009 - Sep 2010

  -Responsible for all internal client events as well as private events at Table 1280, Woodruff Arts Center's exclusive restaurant-Worked directly with clients to create menus, suggest décor, plan event set-up, and oversee overall event scope to provide a memorable, customized event experience-Collaborated with Executive Chef and Director of Operations on event pricing and logistics-Assisted Director of Sales in planning of larger events



Dennis Dean: a catering company

• Atlanta, GA

• Catering Sales Coordinator

  • May 2007 - Oct 2009

  -Assisted with managing the front office, including updating calendars, scheduling appointments, and delegating tasks to appropriate departments -Created proposals, contracts and invoices for corporate and social events -Established pricing for food, decor, and labor pertaining to each event -Assisted with managing the front office, including updating calendars, scheduling appointments, and delegating tasks to appropriate departments -Created proposals, contracts and invoices for corporate and social events -Established pricing for food, decor, and labor pertaining to each event