Dedicated professional with extensive experience in customer service and employee training. Proven ability to resolve conflicts effectively and enhance guest satisfaction through leadership and effective communication.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Front Desk Supervisor
Kenai Fjords Tours
Seward
06.2023 - Current
Supervised front desk staff to ensure efficient guest check-in processes.
Trained new employees on customer service protocols and reservation systems.
Assisted guests with inquiries, providing information on tours and local attractions.
Handled customer complaints with professionalism, ensuring guest satisfaction and loyalty.
Maintained inventory of promotional materials for tours and services offered by the company.
Managed guest check-in and check-out procedures, reservations, and payments.
Assisted guests with inquiries and requests.
Resolved conflicts between customers or staff members in a professional manner.
Barista Shift Lead
Lighthouse Bakery
Seward
04.2022 - 09.2024
Trained new staff on coffee preparation and customer service.
Managed inventory levels for coffee beans and bakery supplies.
Ensured compliance with health and safety standards in food handling.
Assisted in creating seasonal beverage menus and promotions.
Prepared and served coffee, espresso drinks, blended coffees and teas.
Greeted guests with pleasant smile and superior customer service.
Trained new baristas on proper procedures for making drinks, handling cash transactions, and cleaning duties.
Performed opening and closing tasks such as setting up equipment and cashing out registers at the end of the shift.
Maintained inventory of supplies, including coffee beans, syrups, cups, lids.
Ensured that all employees followed health and safety regulations at all times.
Checked temperatures of freezers, refrigerators, and heating equipment.
Supported store manager with recruiting, interviewing and hiring baristas.
General Store Manager
Kool Beanz Cafe
Rainbow City
04.2021 - 03.2022
Managed inventory levels to maintain stock availability and reduce waste.
Trained and developed team members to enhance customer service skills.
Monitored sales trends to adjust product offerings and pricing strategies.
Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations for store operations.
Maintained records of inventory, sales, and personnel activity.
Recruited, hired, trained, supervised, evaluated, and managed staff members.
Scheduled shifts for employees to meet operational needs of the store.
Ensured compliance with all safety regulations and procedures in the store.
Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally.
Drafted strategic plans for increasing customer satisfaction levels.
Updated and maintained store signage and displays.
Customer Service Manager
Gregerson's Foodstore
Hokes Bluff
03.2019 - 04.2021
Trained staff on customer service best practices and company policies.
Resolved escalated customer complaints effectively and professionally.
Developed training materials for new team members and ongoing education.
Delivered fast, friendly, and knowledgeable service for routine questions and service complaints.
Established positive rapport with customers, managers and customer service team members to maintain positive and successful work environment.
Reviewed customer feedback and complaints to identify areas of improvement in customer service processes.
Cashier
Gregerson's foodstore
Hokes Bluff
04.2017 - 03.2019
Processed customer transactions accurately using point-of-sale systems.
Assisted customers with product inquiries and provided knowledgeable recommendations.
Managed returns and exchanges while adhering to store policies and procedures.
Provided friendly service that enhanced the overall shopping experience for customers.
Education
General Studies
Gadsden State Community College
Gadsden, AL
11-2024
Skills
Customer service
Employee training
Conflict resolution
Team building
Event coordination
Affiliations
500+ logged hours of volunteer time at Etowah County Humane Society, Gadsden AL