Havird Usry

About Havird Usry

About In the early 1940\'s, Horace Usry, The Fat Man, took over his father Darnell\'s grocery store, changing the name from Sanitary Curb Market to Fat Man\'s Corner. Soon after, the first restaurant, The Pit, appeared as a natural extension into food service. The Fat Man was an entrepreneur and promoter long before those words were used in business. The Fat Man\'s Corner thrived for years and eventually produced one of Augusta\'s landmarks, Fat Man\'s Forest. The seasonal store was a one of a kind wonderland. What followed was a domino effect. Soon came Christmas decorations, Christmas trees, a pumpkin patch, Halloween decorations, a haunted house, costume rentals, party supplies, and so much more! As the store grew and expanded, Fat Man\'s Cafe or The Pit was always there serving up Miss Pearl\'s famous fried chicken and squash casserole. Fat Man\'s Forest sadly closed in 2008, but the Fat Man\'s food service continued. Now located at historic Enterprise Mill, Fat Man\'s Mill Cafe along with the Enterprise Mill Events Center carries the Fat Man\'s name. From events to catering to dine-in lunch the Fat Man still does it all! SOUL GOOD!

Experience

1. Vice President of Operations Executive Chef

   Enterprise Mill Events

   May 2009 — Present · Augusta, GE

   Thanks for your interest in Enterprise Mill Events Center and our other venues. We would take great pride and pleasure to be a part of your Event. Making your Event successful and fun is our #1 priority.Our Event Center is 3500 sq. ft. including the banquet kitchen and rest rooms. The banquet hall is about 2500 square feet. We can accommodate up to 180 for sit down dinner and 250 for cocktail reception. Our adjoining Courtyard allows us to host parties up to 700 and very romantic outdoor weddings. The space is equipped with State of the Art Audio Visual equipment. There is a portable bar for your use at no charge. We also have two portable stages that can be used for a nominal charge. Our banquet room has hosted weddings, concert, dinners, business meetings, receptions and new conferences. The Center also has a Loft that is perfect for a Bride and her Attendants to prepare for the BIG DAY. The Loft is also great space for small meetings and luncheons. The Starch Room is another venue on site with about 750 square feet. It is great for meetings, small receptions and dinners. Its architecture and charm will take you back in time.Our adjacent Cafe is 800 square feet is also available for special events in the evenings and on weekends. There is 52 flat screen TV if you need a spot to see the BIG game. This newly renovated warehouse space opens to Event Center to give your Event that little extra room.The Mill also houses a traditional Board Room with complete A/V equipment if your business gets serious. Accommodating 20 in U seating. Full Event catering and bar service available. All tables and chairs are included in your rental. Linen service is provided at additional charge. Pricing available upon request. Thanks!

Education

• Clemson University

  Yes, Spanish & International Business

  2004 — 2008

• Helms College

  Culinary Arts, Culinary Arts/Chef Training

  2013 — 2015

• Wilbur O. and Ann Powers College of Business at Clemson University

  L&IT, Spanish/International Business

  2004 — 2008

Skills

• Leadership
• Social Media Marketing
• Social Networking
• Customer Service
• Banquets
• Trade Shows
• Event Planning
• Public Relations
• Public Speaking
• Strategic Planning
• Culinary Skills
• Food
• Food & Beverage
• Sales Management
• Coaching
• Advertising
• Time Management
• Event Management
• Hospitality
• Microsoft Excel
• Management
• Training
• Retail
• Sales
• Entrepreneurship
• Parties
• Marketing
• Budgets
• Operations Management
• Inventory Management
• Leadership Development
• Social Media
• Marketing Strategy
• Team Building
• Team Leadership
• Fundraising
• Facebook
• Purchasing
• Restaurant Management
• Food Service