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FreelanceEditor
Jul. 2024Offering developmental editing, line editing, and proofreading to authors and business owners. I specialize in books, novels, and blog posts. Book coaching services also available.
FreelanceFreelance Writer
May. 2023Kansas, United States
Falcon Lakes Golf ClubFront of House Manager
Mar. 2023 - Jul. 2023Basehor, Kansas, United States
KC Hopps Ltd.Restaurant Manager
Oct. 2022 - Jul. 2023Lenexa, Kansas, United StatesBlue Moose restaurant manager
Cyrus Hotel, Tribute PortfolioRestaurant Manager
Dec. 2021 - Oct. 2022Topeka, Kansas, United StatesCoordinating schedules for bar, front of house, and banquets Developing menus with the Chef and F&B director for daily service and special events Planning and executing activations for the Hotel with F&B director and Social Media Manager Educating the FOH staff on wine and liquor to boost both sales and guest experience Developing SOPs and staff training experiences to constantly improve service Respond to reviews and manage service recovery Act as MOD for the hotel
Marla Holt, AuthorAuthor, CEO
Jan. 2018Berryton, Kansas, United StatesDevelops, produces, and promotes products (novels) from the ground up. Writes books, contracts with freelancers for editing and graphic design. Conceptualizes and implements marketing startegies across multiple social media platforms. Managing multiple projects at different stages of development.
Holt-Snyder & Co.Chief Creative Officer and Child Wrangler
Jan. 2017 - Mar. 2019Topeka, Kansas AreaIn between cries of indignation, squalls of anger, and general bouts of sibling rivalry, I cook (more), clean (less), practice yoga when I can and nap when I shouldn't. When the little ones are quiet enough that it doesn't feel neglectful, I peck out a few words of fiction, sometimes on my computer, but mostly on my phone, on the sly, in the corner.
Self-EmployedFreelance Writer and Editor
Jan. 2017 - Aug. 2018Topeka, Kansas AreaWhen I am not writing romance novels, I am writing feminist blog posts or editing whatever fiction I can get my hands on. I love helping authors take their fiction to the next level. With a BA in creative writing and two novels under my belt, I know how to make a story come together. Check out fiverr.com/marlaholt or tinudinostudios.com for writing and editing services.
Burger StandFOH and Front Of House Manager
Nov. 2016 - Aug. 2021Topeka, Kansas, United StatesServing customers and guests through counter service, bar service, and table service
Managing and scheduling the FOH employees
Running shifts and acting as MOD of the restaurant
Acted as sales marketing manager to book special events, prepare BEOs and schedule staff
Respond to reviews and manage service recovery
Kansas Historical FoundationRetail Coordinator
Jul. 2012 - Dec. 2016Topeka, Kansas AreaAs Retail Coordinator for the Kansas Historical Foundation, I contract with Kansas-based artists, craftspeople and food producers to sell their products in our stores. I am also responsible for hiring, training and managing 10+ employees. In 2014 I opened two new retail locations, including the Capitol Store in Kansas Statehouse. I developed the project which turned the copper removed from the Statehouse roof during renovation into Jewelry, Sculpture and collectibles. Managing two major retail locations also includes auditing inventory, buying merchandise from large wholesalers, merchandising and selling product on the sales floor, engaging customers, and developing sales strategies to meet monthly, quarterly, and annual sales goals.
Tiny Dino StudiosFiber Artist/Sole Proprietor
Jan. 2011 - Dec. 2014Built brand and inventory from the ground up
Promoted my shop through online social networks like facebook, twitter, and ravelry
Used self-taught skills in the fiber arts such as knitting, dyeing yarn and wool, and spinning
Built my own filing, inventory and accounting system from scratch
The Java Bar at Ice & OlivesBarista/Assistant Manager
Oct. 2008 - Nov. 2011Manage customer service and younger employees in a fast-paced environment Cash handling, including opening and closing drawers/making deposits Write and update training and procedural manuals. Inventory and ordering, including making and updating Excel spreadsheets.
Lola's Café EspressoBarista/Office Assistant
Nov. 2005 - Aug. 2008Using Quickbooks to assist in keeping the shop's books, including payroll. Developing and Maintaining a filing system for daily sales and important documents Designing fliers, menus, and signs in MS Office Suite Answering phones on a multi-line system, sending and receiving mail with Pitney Bowes
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