Experience

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  TimeGoneBuy.net

  • Wide open spaces

  • All of the Above

    • Jan 2019 - Present
    • Wide open spaces

    A rE-Source for Antique, Vintage, Craft, Artisan: Porcelain, China, Crystal, Cut Glass, Art Glass, Pottery, Tile, Textiles, Sterling & Silverplate, Couture, Designer and Fun Clothing, Shoes and Accessories

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  Compass Group

  • Rockland, Massachusetts

  • Hospitality Professional

    • Jul 2017 - Present
    • Rockland, Massachusetts
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  Flik at Goodwin Procter, LLP

  • Catering Director

    Senior Level Catering Manager at a 150 year old global law firm in the Seaport District.

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  A Perfect Taste

  • Greater Boston Area

  • Catering Sales Manager & Executive Chef

    • Oct 2014 - Apr 2016
    • Greater Boston Area

    Observe, analyze and create solutions to update, redirect and magnify sales for established kosher catering firm.• A central force for sales goals, image polishing, product refinement while maintaining current client base.• Create and execute custom life-cycle event experiences to broadcast the f...

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  Guckenheimer Enterprises - The Blue Glass Cafe

  • the John Hancock Tower - 200 Clarendon Street, ...

  • CORPORATE CATERING MANAGER

    • Oct 2011 - Jul 2014
    • the John Hancock Tower - 200 Clarendon Street, ...

    • Successfully interpret a key management role at the John Hancock Tower and numerous corporate locations.• Anticipate and exceed client needs in a most aggressive, positive manner while maintaining ownership’s philosophy.• Cultivate long-term client and staff relationships built on respect and r...

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  Framingham History Center

  • Volunteer

    • 2011 - 2013

    Documented, catalogued and photographed China Collection. Sorted, organized and catalogued extensive postcard collection. Curated online postcard exhibit. Assisted in planning and creative facets of fundraising special events.

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  POCONO MANOR GOLF RESORT AND SPA

  • DIRECTOR OF FOOD AND BEVERAGE

    • Mar 2008 - Feb 2010

    • Drove service quality and sales for a $3 million budget with 3 dining rooms, 4 ballrooms, 2 lounges, room service and catered events.• Optimized performance of managerial staff and service teams of over 60 associates.• Solidified customer satisfaction while coordinating hotel outlet staff to na...

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  Chaumette Vineyards and Winery

  • EXECUTIVE CHEF

    • Apr 2005 - May 2007

    Ensured maximum sales and guest satisfaction, initiating a successful fine-dining/banquet operation and preparing a foods market utilizing local food products and the vineyard's artisan wines. Maintained and harvested a 2-acre produce and herb garden. Selected AccomplishmentsCreated and...

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  BLACKWATER PRODUCTIONS INCORPORATED

  • PRESIDENT/EXECUTIVE CHEF

    • Jan 1998 - Jan 2004

    Created systems, standards, and menus for self-owned, off-premises catering company. Selected AccomplishmentsAchieved 25% profit with $125,000 in total sales in the first year, catering specialty and kosher events in Missouri, New Mexico, and New York.Launched Saint Louis' first kosher f...

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  LAZY SUZAN IMAGINATIVE CATERING

  • EXECUTIVE CHEF/CATERING SALES DIRECTOR

    • Jan 1994 - Jan 1998

    Accelerated development of new kitchen staff to meet increased needs generated from increased sales.Created business plan and menus for move to an on-premise facility, forecasting sales over $3 million. Selected AccomplishmentDoubled existing off-premise sales to $1.5 million, restructuring ...

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  Abigail Kirsch Catering

  • WORKING CHEF

    • Feb 1988 - Jan 1990

    Ensured guest satisfaction and growth by supervising food production and presentation for high-profile events with up to 2000 guests for this top-ranked New York caterer.CONFERENCE MANAGER, Tarrytown House Estate & Conference Center, New YorkGenerated sales by presenting the property's un...