Kate DiBella

Provide exceptional service to high-profile clientele, including celebrities and politicians, maintaining discretion and a high standard of hospitality in a luxury dining environment. Manage high-volume service during peak hours, handling up to $21,000 in sales per shift while maintaining service standards and reducing wait times. Train and mentor new bartenders, contributing to an improvement in team performance and service quality.

- Managed a team of 15+ staff members, overseeing daily operations, and guest satisfaction in a fast-paced upscale restaurant. - Led comprehensive training programs for new servers and bartenders, fostering their skill development and ensuring seamless onboarding. - Managed inventory and weekly ordering to maintain optimal stock levels, efficient supply chain operations, and reducing waste by 20% - Played a pivotal role in the smooth transition of management responsibilities by training and mentoring the incoming manager to ensure a seamless handover - Crafted innovative and enticing cocktails for each seasonal menu, showcasing a keen understanding of flavor profiles and aesthetics while collaborating with the culinary team to ensure drink and food pairings, enhancing the overall dining experience.

Horizon's Summer Academy at Scared Heart University. Teaching Assistant, Art Teacher & Music Teacher for children in Under served communities

- Courses completed in Medical Terminology, Chemistry, Communications, Sociology, Anatomy and Physiology, Biology, Statistics, Nutrition, Psychology - Education Abroad: Florence Italy, Spring 2020