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Alana Thomas

Chicago,IL

Summary

Professional Employee with great Hospitality & communication skills. quick thinker & great problem solver. Dedicated To hospitality & great costumer service.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Guest Ambassador

Shedd Aquarium
Chicago, Illinois
09.2024 - Current
  • Facilitated check-in process for arriving guests.
  • Ensured guest satisfaction by providing exceptional customer service.
  • Greeted guests and escorted them to their destination.
  • Assisted guests with any questions or concerns they had regarding their stay.
  • Provided directions to local attractions, restaurants, and other points of interest.
  • Accepted tickets and directed guests to desired locations.

Receptionist

Exquisite Inches Hair Salon
Chicago
06.2019 - 08.2024
  • Greeted visitors and provided them with assistance.
  • Answered incoming calls, took messages, and transferred calls to appropriate departments or personnel.
  • Scheduled appointments for clients, customers, and other visitors.

Crew Member

McDonald's
Chicago, Illinois
01.2022 - 07.2024
  • Educated customers on menu items, product ingredients and nutritional values.
  • Performed cashier duties such as taking orders, collecting payments and providing change.
  • Restocked kitchen supplies including food products and utensils.

Crew Leader

Five Guys
Chicago, Illinois
04.2019 - 06.2020
  • Directed team of 10-15 crew members in daily operations and assigned tasks.
  • Monitored and evaluated performance of crew members, providing feedback and coaching as needed.
  • Trained new hires on job duties, safety protocols, and company policies.

Education

High School Diploma -

Chicago Vocational High School
Chicago, Illinois
05-2021

Skills

  • Customer Engagement
  • Customer Service
  • Crew Leadership
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Taking Orders
  • Salesmanship
  • Professional Appearance
  • Guest Reception

Certifications

  • Completion Of Sensory Impairment Certificate 2024 (Kulture City Training)

Timeline

Guest Ambassador

Shedd Aquarium
09.2024 - Current

Crew Member

McDonald's
01.2022 - 07.2024

Receptionist

Exquisite Inches Hair Salon
06.2019 - 08.2024

Crew Leader

Five Guys
04.2019 - 06.2020

High School Diploma -

Chicago Vocational High School
Alana Thomas