Kevin McWilliams
BROOMFIELD
Summary
Dynamic Catering Manager with a proven track record at Guckenheimer At Google, excelling in vendor relations and menu customization. Leveraging effective communication and problem-solving skills, I implemented quality control measures that enhanced customer satisfaction and streamlined operations, achieving significant cost savings while managing complex event logistics.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Catering Manager
Guckenheimer At Google
Boulder
10.2015 - Current
- Managed catering operations for corporate events at a leading tech company.
- Coordinated vendor relationships to ensure timely delivery of food services.
- Oversaw menu planning and customization for diverse client needs.
- Trained and supervised catering staff for optimal service efficiency.
- Implemented quality control measures to maintain food safety standards.
- Developed event logistics, including setup and breakdown procedures.
- Monitored inventory levels and ordered supplies to meet event demands.
- Gathered customer requirements and worked with catering team in implementing specifications.
- Assisted in setting up tables, chairs, decorations prior to a catered event.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally while maintaining good relations with clients.
- Managed inventory levels of food supplies required for upcoming catered events.
- Developed strategies to maximize customer satisfaction and increase sales in catering services.
- Maintained accurate records of orders and deliveries for catering services.
- Monitored budgets for catering services and implemented cost-saving measures when necessary.
- Organized staff scheduling and trained new employees on food safety practices.
- Reviewed invoices from vendors after each event and approved payment when appropriate.
- Analyzed market trends and competitor deals for attractive proposal preparation.
- Established relationships with vendors to secure competitive prices on supplies needed for catering projects.
- Managed financial aspects of catering operations, including budgeting, invoicing, and expense tracking.
A Spice of Life Catering and Events
05.2014 - 07.2015
- Worked off site Serving, Bartending, Chef( reheating/ finishing item off site) buffet presentation and expo, Captaining my staff and regularly problem solving missing items.
- Operations: planned event needs, Packed all parties, Expedited food, props, and Tools to all trucks. Acted as the contact between kitchen- operations-sales-offsite staff.
- Delivered Corporate breakfast and Lunch( set up, service, breakdown, and client relations)
Head Chef
Gerald’s Smokehouse
04.2010 - 08.2010
- Daily inventory check and organization, ordering of supplies, oversee morning prep, manage kitchen staff schedules, assisted in the procedures set up for new Restaurant.
Education
Diploma - culinary study
culinary arts
09.2008
General studies - Dance and Musical Theater
UW Steven Point
04.2004
Skills
- Effective communication skills
- Problem solving
- Inventory control
- Organizational abilities
- Knowledge application
- Adaptability and learning
- Multi-tasking proficiency
Timeline
Catering Manager
Guckenheimer At Google
10.2015 - Current
A Spice of Life Catering and Events
05.2014 - 07.2015
Head Chef
Gerald’s Smokehouse
04.2010 - 08.2010
Diploma - culinary study
culinary arts
General studies - Dance and Musical Theater
UW Steven Point