Julia Carson
Beech Grove
Summary
Highly motivated professional with several years of entrepreneurial and management experience. Skillfully creates and maintains professional and loyal relationships with co-workers, staff and clients while managing administrative and sales employees. Comfortable working independently as manager and leader and as collaborative team member. Applies business acumen and experience and exercises decisive judgment to meet and exceed organizational goals.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1987
1987
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Food Truck Owner
Self-employeed
Beech Grove
10.2023 - Current
- Managed daily operations and customer service for a local business.
- Developed marketing strategies to increase brand visibility and attract customers.
- Oversaw inventory management and supply chain logistics for efficient operations.
Chef kitchen supervisor
Our lady of Grace monastery
Beech Grove
05.2018 - 09.2023
- Prepared daily meals for residents and staff at the monastery.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and adhered to food safety guidelines.
- Collaborated with staff to create seasonal menus using fresh ingredients.
- Managed inventory and ordered supplies to ensure adequate stock levels.
- Trained new kitchen staff on cooking techniques and safety practices.
- Assisted in special events by planning and preparing catered meals.
- Developed recipes that honored community traditions and dietary needs.
- Maintained a clean work environment by adhering to sanitation policies and procedures.
Beverage Manager
Primo Banquet Hall
Indianapolis
06.2016 - 05.2018
- Managed beverage inventory to ensure supply meets event demands.
- Developed cocktail menus reflecting seasonal trends and guest preferences.
- Trained staff on beverage preparation and service techniques for consistency.
- Oversaw bar operations during events, ensuring smooth service flow.
- Researched emerging trends in the industry such as craft beers or specialty cocktails in order to stay current with changing consumer tastes.
- Prepared weekly schedules for bartenders according to business needs while maintaining labor costs within budget guidelines.
- Identified cost savings opportunities through analysis of purchasing practices and negotiations with vendors.
General Manager
Iarias Italian Restaurant
Indianapolis
10.2004 - 05.2016
- Oversaw daily restaurant operations to ensure efficient service delivery.
- Managed staff scheduling to optimize workforce productivity and coverage.
- Developed training programs for new employees to enhance service skills.
- Managed all aspects of daily business operations including budgeting, staffing, scheduling, inventory control, customer service and sales.
- Resolved customer complaints quickly while maintaining high quality standards of service delivery.
- Trained employees on duties, policies and procedures.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff members to ensure efficient operations.
- Built and maintained loyal, long-term customer relationships through effective account management.
Education
Roncalli High School
Indianapolis, INSkills
- Daily operations management
- Customer service
- Inventory management
- Marketing strategy
Certification
- Manager Food Safe Certification
- Indiana liquor license(bartender/server)
Timeline
Food Truck Owner
Self-employeed
10.2023 - Current
Chef kitchen supervisor
Our lady of Grace monastery
05.2018 - 09.2023
Beverage Manager
Primo Banquet Hall
06.2016 - 05.2018
General Manager
Iarias Italian Restaurant
10.2004 - 05.2016
Roncalli High School