Mariette Mayerson

Experience

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  Self-Employed

  Jan 2008 - Jan 2011

  Hairstylist - Color Spec

  Provided all hair styling services with a focus on personalized color and color correction services High volume retail sales of high end hair care productsEnsured a clean and safe environment for customersBuilt and maintained a full schedule with new and returning clients.

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  Whole Foods Market

  Oct 2011 - Jun 2012

  Prep Cook

  Prepare menu items for the prepared foods department.Safely operated all commercial cooking equipment Effectively executed all required tasks by earliest deadline.Maintained a respectful environment with other team members. Prioritized adhering to all organic standards implemented by management.

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  Patina Restaurant Group

  Aug 2013 - Jan 2017

  Food Service Sales Manager - Gourmet To Go

  Oversaw billing, sales and inventory management.Supervised daily operations of order fulfillment, production and staff scheduling, proper food handling procedures and customer service.Improved community engagement by implementing strategic business partnerships and active participation in local events and charitable programs.Conceptualized creative advertising and marketing campaigns.Cultivated productivity and growth through routine evaluation and analysis of business operations and customer feedback.Increased sales and customer retention by 25 percent.Optimized food costs and profit margins.Creative direction and conceptualization for special projects, menu development, event design, and storefront display.Technical proficiency with POS, Workforce Management and CRM software. Show less

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  Patina Restaurant Group

  Nov 2016 - Mar 2020

  Catering Chef / Event Manager - Th Kitchen For Exploring Foods

  Executed full service event coordination from concept to completion. Oversaw creative and logistical management of event development, design and budget.Built strong collaborative relationships with the catering sales team, vendors and clientele.Supported senior leadership with event promotion, risk mitigation and post event evaluation.Prioritized client satisfaction through meticulous attention to detail and effective communication.Provided onsite kitchen and staff management for large and small scale events.Maintained comprehensive knowledge of all menu items, dietary restrictions, and cooking procedures. Show less

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  Self-Employed

  Jan 2019 - Mar 2021

  Food styling, creative direction and recipe writing for nationally recognized chefs and food media outlets.Organized contractual and budgetary agreements, payment and fee processing, promotional and booking services.Provided evaluation and restructuring of existing event and menu plans.Onsite event management, including staff and meal service for private parties, corporate meetings, and community events.Developed successful business strategies to increase business and maximize profits.Increased new business by 50 percent in the first year through self promotion and client referral. Show less

  • Food an Event Specialist

    Jan 2017 - Mar 2021

  • Personal Assistant - Documentary Film Maker

    Jan 2019 - Jan 2020
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  Food Forward Consulting

  Feb 2021 - Jul 2021

  Project Manager
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  Los Angeles Food Policy Council

  Jul 2021 - now

  Support small business owners build and expand their capacity as healthy food retailers. Provide resources and training to improve business operations, physical design, professional partnerships, and community engagement.Assist HNMN Operations team with program purchasing, process improvements, and cross-departmental communication.

  • Operations and Adminstrative Manager

    Feb 2024 - now

  • Business Counselor & Operations Associate

    Jul 2021 - Feb 2024