Amanda Y. Feerrar 130 Farmstead Lane #113, State College, PA 16803

Phone: (301) 760-9315 Email: afeerrar@gmail.com

Objective To secure a position with a well-established organization in the field of hospitality, event management and catering services. To showcase my progressive abilities in the hospitality industry with an organization that cultivates connections in a compatible cultural environment with advancement opportunities.

Qualifications ! Youthful and yet very mature; ability to adapt quickly with strong multi-tasking ability. Passionate about

obtaining a position that allows me to contribute to an event planning business’ success and year over year growth.

! Marketing & Servery Manager in Advanced Food Production and Service Management class (HRIM-430)

! Excellent Computer Skills: Proficient with all aspects of Microsoft Office and Google applications. ! Outstanding planning and administrative support skills with strong attention to detail. Possess a mind

for strategic event planning and operating efficiently under a planned budget ! Budgeting and planning skills to service a full 100+ person dinner service ! ServSafe Food Safety and ServSafe Alcohol certifications by the National Restaurant Association

Professional Experience

Front Desk Client Management Marriott Fairfield Inn & Suites May – August 2013 Frederick, MD

! Generated and input data for accounting department while maintaining front desk cash flow to orchestrate business under allocated budget

! Recognized ADR standards when servicing clients in booking and reservations. ! Exceeded company protocol when ensuring outstanding customer service by working long and flexible

hours

Promotion and Sales Coordinator Blackfinn American Saloon February 2013 – August 2013 Bethesda, MD

! Managed client accounts by maintaining existing accounts and securing 20+ new clients via cold calling and execution of marketing strategies

! Detailed reports and verifying charges under accounts payable concerning relationships with Vendor Management

! Provided further administrative support for all front and back of the house departments in the restaurant/ bar

! Worked closely with 10+ high profile & VIP clients to create a high value relationship to ensure returning business

Education September 2011 – July 2015

The Pennsylvania State University – State College, PA Bachelor of Science in Hotel and Restaurant Management; July 2015 Major in Hospitality, focus in Management Accreditation: AACSB International

Activities/ Achievements

! Full participating member of the Pennsylvania State Hotel & Restaurant Society; worked with fundraising for THON

! ServSafe Food Safety and ServSafe Alcohol certifications by the National Restaurant Association