Ben Mitchell
River Forest
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Event Organizer
Picnic City
Chicago
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Coordinated logistics for events, ensuring seamless execution and attendee satisfaction.
- Oversaw on-site setup and breakdown of event spaces, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Facilitated communication between stakeholders to align on event goals and expectations.
- Provided onsite support during events to ensure smooth operations.
- Coordinated venue logistics such as seating arrangements, audio-visual needs, catering services and decorations.
- Liaised with clients to understand their vision and requirements, customizing events to meet their specific needs.
Summer Internship
The Brown Cow Ice Cream Parlor
Forest Park
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Conducted research on environmental regulations and best practices for compliance.
- Engaged in team meetings to discuss project progress and share insights.
- Researched best practices for sustainable energy sources.
- Assisted with the implementation of green initiatives.
- Coordinated with government agencies and external contractors on environmental projects and compliance issues.
Parlor Manager
Brown Cow
Forest Park
06.2023 - 08.2024
- Managed the store and staff to provide optimal service and maintain brown cow operations and reputation
- Trained team members on company policies and operational procedures.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards and regulations throughout the facility.
- Coached, mentored and trained team members in order to improve their job performance.
- Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
Parlor Associate
The Brown Cow Ice Cream Parlor
Forest Park
03.2022 - 12.2022
- Prepared ice cream and desserts following standard recipes and procedures.
- Assisted customers with menu selections and provided excellent service.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the parlor environment.
- Operated cash register, processed transactions, and handled payments accurately.
- Trained new staff on proper service techniques and safety protocols.
- Implemented daily opening and closing procedures to maintain operational efficiency.
- Provided customer service support for inquiries, complaints, and returns.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise and ensured product displays were neat and orderly.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
- Cleaned shelves, counters and tables to maintain organized store.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Sciences
University Of Illinois At Urbana Champaign
Champaign, IL05-2027
High School Diploma -
Oak Park River Forest High School
Oak Park, IL01.2023
Skills
- Customer service
- Event coordination
- Communication skills
- On-site execution
- Project management
- Team collaboration
- Compliance regulation
- Loading and unloading
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Time management abilities
- Professionalism
- Task prioritization
Accomplishments
High School Deans List and Honor Roll
Hobbies and Interests
- Member of the OPRFHS Track Team
- Travelling
- Reading
Volunteer Experience
- Opportunity Knocks, Knocktober Fest, Opportunity Knocks Farm
- Hephzibah House
- Oak Park Food Pantry
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Event Organizer
Picnic City
05.2025 - 08.2025
Summer Internship
The Brown Cow Ice Cream Parlor
06.2024 - 08.2024
Parlor Manager
Brown Cow
06.2023 - 08.2024
Parlor Associate
The Brown Cow Ice Cream Parlor
03.2022 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Sciences
University Of Illinois At Urbana Champaign
High School Diploma -
Oak Park River Forest High School
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