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Erin Lynch-Kiel

@erinckiel

Real estate broker and hospitality leader with 17 years’ client-focused service and transaction management in high-stress environments.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a detail-oriented role where I can use my customer service, client acquisition, and transaction management strengths to support company projects and goals—thriving in high-stress environments while leading teams and improving processes.

I’m a Broker Associate and REALTOR® leading multi-million dollar sales transactions and leases, with strong customer service, communication, and transaction coordination. I bring elevated experience in client acquisition, negotiation, marketing, contract editing, and documentation to help projects and goals move forward—especially in high-stress environments.

Alongside real estate, I’ve built and operated a private chef business as a Co-Owner Operator, handling client acquisition, marketing, accounting, and menu development/event planning. Previously, I led kitchen operations and teams—earning rapid promotion to multi-unit Sous Chef and then Kitchen Manager—where I developed policies and procedures to ensure food safety, cleanliness, and effective kitchen systems.

Earlier in my career, I also managed animal care operations and served in adoption and vet tech support roles, documenting needs and guiding appointments. I’m detail oriented, people-focused, and known for training others and stepping in as a steady, high-stakes team member.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Co-Owner Operator

Current

KeysChefs

Jan 2020 - Present (6 years 5 months)

Operated a private chef business, driving client acquisition and marketing while developing menus and planning events. Managed accounting and business operations to deliver consistent service remotely.

Private Chef Client Acquisition Marketing Accounting Menu Development Event Planning Business Operations

Sous Chef

Mercantile Social/Southern Porch

Jan 2018 - Jan 2019 (1 year)

Promoted to multi-unit Sous Chef after 1 month, leading daily/monthly tasting menus and recipe development. Implemented kitchen policies and procedures to ensure food safety and cleanliness.

Recipe Development Tasting Menus Food Safety policies Kitchen operations Quality Control

Kitchen Manager

Zoe’s Kitchen

Jan 2017 - Jan 2018 (1 year)

Promoted from Line Cook to Kitchen Manager after 2 months, overhauling kitchen organization and implementing systems for walk-in, dry storage, and smallwares. Managed a team of 12 cooks, ensuring compliance with corporate policies and proper food-handling regulations.

Team Leadership Kitchen Organization Systems Walk In & Dry Storage Management Smallwares Management

Pet Care Business Owner

KindHands WarmHearts Pet Care Services

Jan 2011 - Jan 2016 (5 years)

Provided sanitary, physical, medical, and social care for companion and farm animals, adding two care providers to the team. Managed schedules for 50 active clients, led consultations, and presented estimates.

Animal Care Scheduling Consultation Medical & Sanitary Care Team Management Veterinary Support Client Relationship Management

Adoption Counselor Vet Tech

HSMO/County Animal Hospital

Jan 2008 - Jan 2012 (4 years)

Handled documentation and customer service for animal adoptions and appointments. Supported high-stress cases including minor procedures/euthanasia and served as a first responder for hurricanes and rescue operations.

Animal Adoptions Documentation Customer Service Crisis Support Emergency Response