Michael Crose
Keltie and Company (the Angry Donkey)
Michigantown
1
Certification
6
years of professional experience
Results-oriented professional with extensive experience in catering, sales and restaurant management. Adept at optimizing marketing campaigns and streamlining operations, fostering brand loyalty, and enhancing client engagement. Committed to promoting local businesses and ensuring exceptional service. Exceptional at creating new revenue streams.
Work History
Catering and Marketing Director
3 Years 1 Month- Developed comprehensive marketing strategies to enhance brand visibility and engagement.
- Sales -Meet with potential clients and present the catering menu with the implementation of private tasting events.
- Menu development
- Oversaw digital marketing campaigns, optimizing performance across various platforms.
- Brand development
- Prep cooking for events
- Building a network with venues and vendors
- Promoting and using small local businesses whenever possible.
Sorority Chef
1 Year 7 Months- Developed innovative seasonal menus using locally sourced ingredients when possible.
- Worked around special dietary needs including severe allergies.
- Trained new team members in culinary techniques and safety protocols.
- Trained new team members in techniques and safety protocols.
- Worked to ensure compliance with local and state health departments.
Restaurant Manager
1 Year 6 Months- Led daily restaurant operations, ensuring efficient service and customer satisfaction.
- Smoking brisket, pork butts, chicken and pork chops.
- Developed and implemented training programs for staff to enhance service quality.
- Managed inventory control, optimizing stock levels to minimize waste and reduce costs.
- Streamlined scheduling processes, improving staff productivity and operational efficiency.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Youth Ministry
Associate of Arts - Biblical Studies
Skills
Marketing strategy
Project planning
Sales
Networking
Cooking
Branding
Certification
- Certified [ServSafe] renewed 3/2026
Timeline
Catering and Marketing Director
Keltie and Company (the Angry Donkey)
04.2023 - 05.2026Read More
Sorority Chef
Trish's Red Bird Cafe
09.2021 - 04.2023Read More
Restaurant Manager
D and R Market and Restaurant
03.2020 - 09.2021Read More
North Park University
Bachelor of Arts from Youth Ministry
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Covenant Bible College
Associate of Arts from Biblical Studies
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