Brittany Ashford-Smith

Experienced food and beverage operations professional with a strong background in university and corporate hospitality. Skilled in vendor management, sustainable sourcing, and event logistics with a focus on service excellence, food safety, and compliance. Adept at coordinating multiple stakeholders to deliver high-quality dining experiences within unionized environments.

Food & Beverage Operations Oversight

Beverage Service Compliance & Event Logistics

Vendor Negotiation & Supplier Coordination

RFP/RFQ Process & Contract Management

Stakeholder Engagement & Customer Service Excellence

Budgeting, Payroll & Financial Reporting

HACCP & Food Safety (Certified)

Staff Scheduling & Supervision (Unionized Environments)

Advanced Microsoft Office Suite, Canva, CaterTrax, and OwlOps

Plan and coordinate a diverse portfolio of high-profile campus events, including receptions, luncheons, board meetings, and annual celebrations for internal and external stakeholders.

Manage third-party service audits and develop internal auditing programs to ensure service consistency, operational efficiency, and compliance with institutional standards.

Lead coordination of large-scale catering and facility logistics for university ceremonies, conferences, and donor receptions.

Partner with multiple departments (Facilities, IT, Security, and Finance) to deliver seamless event experiences across multiple venues.

Develop event layouts and setup diagrams, and liaise with porters and custodial teams to ensure rooms meet quality and safety standards.

Experienced in RFP and RFQ processes for catering, event rentals, and equipment procurement, ensuring compliance with purchasing policies.

Oversee vendor negotiations and manage ongoing supplier relationships to support service excellence.

Maintain strong knowledge of food safety, accessibility, and health regulations, applying them to all event and hospitality operations.

Track and reconcile event expenditures, process invoices, and monitor vendor contract compliance.

Recognized for superior client service, communication, and collaboration with senior leadership and external partners.