1. N A T A L I E M D O R R I S◆ F A C I L I T A T O R ~ H R C O N S U L T A N T ~ P E R S O N A L C H E F ◆
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A creative professional in the Hospitality and Tourism Industry with a
unique emphasis in training, workshop facilitation, human resources,
workforce development, youth mentor-ship, culinary arts, and event
management. I enjoy teaching, training and coaching employees and
management. As a new resident of east Louisville, I'm excited for an
opportunity to contribute to this vibrant, thriving business community.
P R O F I L E
P R O F E S S I O N A L E X P E R I E N C E
Career Coach/
Vocational Instructor
Henkels & McCoy/ Eckerd Kids
Feb 2015- May 2016
Facilitated WIOA funded (workforce development) "GreenSmart" Training Program
for eligible students at two different Continuation High Schools
Responsible for occupational skills training, work readiness training, and assisting
youth in removing barriers to employment.
Collaborated with assigned teacher-at each site to recruit eligible students,
determined eligibility, create curriculum, teach class daily, and provide
individualized support to each participant.
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E D U C A T I O NE X P E R T I S E
Co-Owner/ Chef/ Catering &
Events
Colby Jack Cafe Inc.
Aug 2008 - Dec 2013
C-o Creator and operator of a from-scratch European Inspired Bakery & Cafe in
the heart of California's wine country.
Created, developed and executed lunch, dinner, and catering menus, wine
program, managed and developed kitchen staff, created HR policies and employee
handbook.
Managed all aspects of Catering and Banquet services, from initial guest
consultation through event planning, menu selection and execution.
Le Cordon Bleu Diploma/ AOS Culinary Arts
California School of Culinary Arts
Pasadena, CA
Bachelor of Arts, English Literature with Business
Administration minor
San Diego State University
Operations Management
Employee Relations
HR Business Practices
Customer Service
Food Safety
Workshop Facilitation
Culinary Arts
2001
2000
S O C I A L
Regional HR Manager
Denny's Inc
Aug 2006 - July 2008
Provided HR support to the Central California Market including approximately 20
units. Consulted on day- to-day activities with Regional Director and Area
Managers to ensure company and regional goals are met by providing professional
consultation and support across all levels of employment.
Facilitated training, development, and compliance related programs to support
the personal and professional growth of our managers and unit promotables.
Partnerd with operators on analyzing and resolution of novel /complex employee
relations incidents on a daily basis. Responsible for internal investigations,
employee relations Title VII allegations, interview, evaluation, recommendation.