Ellen Zovne
Phoenix
Summary
Dynamic catering professional with extensive experience at general food service/hospitality as well as catering specifically, excelling in large & small-scale events and guest satisfaction. Proven skills in food safety and quality control, coupled with a personable approach and strong problem-solving abilities. Adept at coordinating banquet services and building relationships, ensuring memorable experiences for clients and guests alike.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Boat Caterer
Brown Brothers Catering/Benny Albright
02.2025 - Current
Prepped and loaded up dinner service, transported/drove to boat on Canyon Lake, set up, and served dinner for 100+ guests with only 3 employees, before doing it all in reverse.
Catering Server and Bartender
Kevin Smith
09.2024 - Current
Coordinated bartending and dinner services for intimate gatherings and private events.
Contracted Food Service & Hospitality Employee
Qwick
01.2022 - Current
Adapted to different conditions and provided quick, excellent service with minimal training at each shift/company.
Education
Bachelor Of Arts - Political Science
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ07.2008
Minor - Psychology
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ07.2008
Associate Of Arts - General Studies
Maricopa Community Colleges, Paradise Valley Community College
Phoenix, AZ05.2006
Skills
- Food safety
- Food presentation
- Sanitation practices
- Quality control
- Team contribution
- Personable and friendly
- Problem-solving skills
- Banquet coordination
- Event management
- Staff development
- Valid state driver's license
- Guest and client satisfaction
- Wine, liquor, and food service
- Organizing and prioritizing
- Large scale events
- Attention to detail
- Decision-making
- Special events
- Relationship building
- Creative thinking
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
Certification
Servsafe
Title 4
Timeline
Boat Caterer
Brown Brothers Catering/Benny Albright
02.2025 - Current
Catering Server and Bartender
Kevin Smith
09.2024 - Current
Contracted Food Service & Hospitality Employee
Qwick
01.2022 - Current
Bachelor Of Arts - Political Science
Northern Arizona University
Minor - Psychology
Northern Arizona University
Associate Of Arts - General Studies
Maricopa Community Colleges, Paradise Valley Community College
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