Aaren Ashley
Consistently maintained core values that were centrally focused on client satisfaction. Buford, GA 30519
adwh0w@r.postjobfree.com
Willing to relocate: Anywhere
Work Experience
Sales
Courtyard Marriott - Atlanta, GA
January 2022 to Present
Answering questions about hotel events via email or over the phone. Giving potential customers tour of the facility. Handling contracts. Handling banquet event orders. Presenting options of services we offer. Contact customers making appointments. Maintain cell records. Support convention, sales, and services catering and hotel, managers, in progam execution. Building and maintaining client relationships. Banquet server/Bartender Part time
Marriott Century Center - Atlanta, GA
June 2016 to Present
Working at events such as weddings and Bar mitzvahs, conferences, meetings, Coffee breaks, Gallus, Kosher events. In addition to serving food, I set up and break down the event and offer excellent customer service to guests. Placing tables and chairs, putting up decorations, Setting the tables, buffets, coffee breaks and preparing serving stations, I ensure the event is properly set up for guests. I have high level of professionalism I'm personable, offering great customer service to the guest. I engage with guest and work collaboratively with my team members and managers. I'm very dependable and strong, I love working in a fast-paced environment, I'm comfortable switching between tasks and working quickly to attend to different needs while maintaining poise. I have an eye for presentation, making sure the tables are set and all uniforms are clean and presentable. I love what I do.
Banquet server/Bartender on call
Intercontinental Buckhead - Atlanta, GA
June 2018 to December 2021
Working at events such as weddings and Bar mitzvahs, conferences, meetings, Coffee breaks, Gallus, Kosher events. In addition to serving food, I set up and break down the event and offer excellent customer service to guests. Placing tables and chairs, putting up decorations, Setting the tables, buffets, coffee breaks and preparing serving stations, I ensure the event is properly set up for guests. I have high level of professionalism I'm personable, offering great customer service to the guest. I engage with guest and work collaboratively with my team members and managers. I'm very dependable and strong, I love working in a fast-paced environment, I'm comfortable switching between tasks and working quickly to attend to different needs while maintaining poise. I have an eye for presentation, making sure the tables are set and all uniforms are clean and presentable. I love what I do.
Event Coordinator
Andretti Indoor Karting and Games - Roswell, GA
September 2009 to June 2016
Coordinate details of events such as conferences, weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, charity events, surprise parties, sales meetings, business meetings, employee appreciation events and virtual events. Calculate budgets and ensure they are adhered to. Select chefs or catering companies to prepare food for event. Coordinate and monitor event timelines and ensure deadlines are met. Manage correspondence. Coordinate event logistics, including registration and attendee tracking, presentation and materials support and pre and post event evaluations. Keep inventory of backdrops, projectors, computers, and other display materials.
Banquet Server and Bartender
Education
Associate in Business Administration in Business Administration Cincinnati State - Cincinnati, OH
September 2000 to June 2003
Skills
• Bartender Experience Banquet (10+ years)
• Bartending
• Mixologist
• Restaurant Server
• Banquet Experience
• Event Planning
• Administrative Experience
• Restaurant experience
• Management
• Team management
• Sales (8 years)
• Retail sales (8 years)
• Supervising experience
• Mentoring
• Payroll
• Catering
• Sales management
• Marketing
• Leadership
• Budgeting
• Hotel experience
• Events Management
• Retail management
• Store management
• Upselling
• Merchandising
• Cash Handling
• Social media management
• Retail sales (5 years)
• Customer relationship management
• Project management
Additional Information
I am writing to apply for the Sales Coordinator position. With 15 years experience in event planning I am confident that I possess the creativity organizational skills and outgoing personality required to bring to fruition from the planning process to implementation. In my current position as a Events Coordinator I plan book and organize several events. I am highly organized with the ability to handle multiple details at once and I have a knack for communicating with people and bringing ideas to life. I am a detail oriented multi-tasker with the ability to coordinate events that appeal to a variety of audiences. My vast experience in event coordination and current network of contacts make me an ideal candidate for this position. I would the the opportunity to grow in a new department. I have been able to bring big names in entertainment to my current establishment and have handled every detail needed to ensure the concert went off without a hitch. I know I can do the same for your Company and help you to deliver my absolute very best work that are meaningful and enjoyable for your our Guest. I have the experience dedication and personality to do what ever I put my mind to. I am available to meet at your earliest convenience and look forward to speaking with you. Thank you so much for your time and consideration. Best, Aaren Ashley