Benjamin Sterwerf
**** ******* *****, **** *******, OH 45069
Email: ***.********@*****.*** Cell: 513-***-**** PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Bureau Veritas Consumer Products Services – Physical Test Technician 2022 – 2024
• Perform physical testing on paper products to ensure regulatory compliance with industry standards.
• Maintain certification to calibrate and operate seven different machines across three material types.
• Ensure quality control and accurate reporting of test results. Piada Italian Street Food, Cincinnati, OH – Catering Coordinator 2016 – 2022
• Oversaw all catering operations across the Cincinnati and Kentucky markets, managing both corporate and social events.
• Coordinated menu creation with chefs, ensuring alignment with client budgets while maintaining food quality and presentation.
• Managed catering logistics, including booking and upselling, to maximize revenue.
• Provided managerial oversight during catered events, ensuring seamless execution and client satisfaction. U.S. Bank, Blue Ash, OH – Teller II
2014 – 2016
• Processed financial transactions including deposits, loan payments, withdrawals, and check cashing.
• Cross-sold bank products and services, addressing customer inquiries and providing account service.
• Reconciled cash drawer and transaction records, ensuring accuracy and adherence to banking policies. ERJ Companies, Chili's Restaurant, Cincinnati, OH – Training Manager/Operations Manager 2007 – 2014
• Led new hire orientation and ongoing training for management teams.
• Monitored employee turnover and human resources metrics to improve retention and employee satisfaction.
• Coordinated with other departments to develop and implement operational improvements, focusing on both staff and guest experiences.
Don Pablo’s Restaurants, Cincinnati & West Chester, OH – Training General Manager 2003 – 2007
• Managed daily restaurant operations, including P&L responsibility, budget oversight, and staff training.
• Conducted management recruiting and facilitated open houses to attract top talent.
• Collaborated with the Training Department to update and implement training materials and processes. Damon’s Restaurants, Wilmington & Columbus, OH – Training Manager 1996 – 2003
• Directed a comprehensive 10-week Management Training Program for new managers.
• Developed and facilitated certification courses in areas such as sexual harassment, recruiting, and food safety (ServSafe).
• Coordinated regional training seminars, traveling to various cities to conduct workshops and deliver training programs. EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts in Human Resources
Villanova University
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS
• Certificate in Mastering Organizational Human Resources Effectiveness
• Certificate in Accounting for the Non-Financial Manager REFERENCES
Available upon request.
KEY SKILLS & COMPETENCIES
• Operational Efficiency & Optimization
• Team Training & Development
• Customer Service Excellence
• Menu Planning & Budgeting
• Event Coordination & Management
• Regulatory Compliance
• Cross-functional Collaboration
• Leadership & Staff Development