Kelsey Poulsen
408-***-**** Email: *************@*****.***
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Crystal Springs Catering, Redwood City, CA July 2014 -
Present
Sales and Event Manager
. Design and execute special and corporate events from start to finish
. Coordinate Itineraries and Timelines
. Generate and distribute potential sales leads
. Point of contact between company and client
. Manage corporate accounts
. Office Management
. Accounts Receivable
Four Seasons Silicon Valley, East Palo Alto, CA October 2013
- July 2014
Food and Beverage Coordinator
. Answering and distributing phone calls
. Composing and answering e-mails
. Filling and faxing paperwork
. Responsible for creating, editing, and distributing banquet and
restaurant menus
. Manage the setup and break down of special events from start to
completion of both hotel and restaurant
. Responsible for the complex management of VIP guests while maintaining
excellent customer service
. Facilitate professional communication with external and internal
customers
Buy Th' Bucket Bar and Grill, Santa Clara, CA January
2009 - October 2013
Managed the restaurant on as needed basis
Server
. Responsible for providing a fine dining experience
. Shift leader
Hostess
. Provided excellent customer service
. Plotted and distributed each servers sections
. Assisted with private events
Whitney Werts Events
Assistant Wedding Planner
. Assisted the founder and CEO with all aspects of wedding planning from
start to finish
. Maintained and managed key vendors
. Responsible for all event contracts
. Organized event packets
. Administrative duties
OTHER EXPERIENCE
Santa Clara University
February 2012-June 2012
Research Assistant
Skills
. QuickBooks
. Proficient in Microsoft Office
. Strong organizational skills
EDUCATION
. California State University, Monterey Bay (Athletic
Scholarship)
. Foothill College