Arian Harrell

Experience

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  Porters Pizza and Brewery

  May 2020 - May 2021

  Kitchen/Catering Sales Manager

  Collaborated closely with clients to understand their catering needs, provided tailored menu options, and ensured the seamless execution of events.Persuaded potential customers to purchase items using demos and product samples.Successfully expanded catering sales by 46% through proactive client outreach, event planning, and upselling.Developed and documented standard operating procedures (SOPs) for kitchen operations, ensuring consistency and quality in food preparationBrought in new business by creating specialty dishes and capitalizing on marketing opportunitiesOversaw inventory management, reducing food wastage by 5% through improved ordering and storage proceduresImplemented and trained staff with a digital kitchen management system, streamlining communication and order processing, resulting in a 20% increase in kitchen efficiencyMaximized customer satisfaction with regular follow-up after securing contracts. Show less

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  Golden Corral Restaurant

  Dec 2021 - now

  Restaurant Manager

  Led and managed a diverse team of 60+ staff members,which involved maintaining a high level of service excellence and fostering a positive work environment.Organized and executed 23 various special events and promotions, which aligns with the responsibility of creating and conducting technical product presentations/demonstrations.Cultivated lasting relationships with regular customers, actively handled feedback to improve service, and encouraged team growth by sharing knowledge and skills.Collaborated with 6+ departments to improve customer service Show less

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  Careerist

  Dec 2022 - Feb 2023

  Sales Engineer Internship

  Crafted 20+ customized technical solutions and product demonstrations to address specific client requirements, Secured 13 Bootcamp Signups though customer outreach and need assessment totaling $42k in Sales in 3 monthsCollaborated effectively with the sales team to gain a deep understanding of product technicalities and communicate its value proposition to clients.Conducted 40+ Calls and email daily to prospective clients,