James C. Vallone
Rochester, New York 14609
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Career Objective:
To obtain a position as an Events Specialist in order to utilize my past experience. Assisting in a professional and efficient manner while ensuring guest needs are met. Adhering and following company policies.
Major Qualifications:
Successful hospitality experience, including four major hotel chains. Very Punctual, Dependable, loyal, with strong interpersonal skills. Multi task oriented, Capable of adopting a number of roles simultaneously; Sets high standards of performance, ability to embrace change readily.
Work Experience:
The Genesee Valley Club, Rochester, New York $12.87 01/12 - Present
Bartender Mixology of drinks, maintaining tabs and establishing rapport. Knowledgeable of a large inventory of wines and spirit.
The Rochester Plaza Hotel, Rochester, New York Hr/Tips 12/09 - 11/11
(Concierge/Shuttle) Part time
The Strathallan Hotel, Rochester, New York Hr/Tips 01/10 - 12/12
(Bartender)
Brio Mediterranean Bistro, Rochester, New York $660.00 11/08 - 10/09
Restaurant Manager Managed a staff of up to 20 employees. In charge of maintaining guest relations, liquor pars, sanitation, balancing of all monies, promotions, screening applicants,expediting of the food, closing restaurant. General Manager: Brenda La Rocca 585-***-****
Hyatt Regency Hotel Rochester, New York $17.87 hr/Tips 02/92 - 10/08
Banquet Server/Bartender, part time-Meeting Concierge, Awarded: Prop Designer, Safety Committee, Distinguished Service Team Member, Guest Gold Key, Hyatt VIP Suggestion Program and Service Essentials.
Human Resources: Patrick Miller 585-***-****
Extra Curricular Activities: Restaurant Food Critic for the Corn Hill Gazette (Two Years), Volunteer Tutor for School #17, Certificate of Training for: "The Breeze" American Sign Language, Ranked highest in class at Rochester Institute of Technology for "Guest Services" Seminar sponsored by the Hotel Motel Association. Talented in Interior Design and Landscaping.
Education:
Saint John Fisher College, Psychology, Minor in Human Resources
Monroe Community College A.A.S. Dean's List