Insightful Manager with experience directing and improving operations through effective employee motivational strategies and strong policy enforcement. Proficient in best practices, market trends and regulatory requirements of industry operations. Talented leader with analytical approach to business planning and day-to-day problem-solving.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Manger
River Spirit Casino Resort
Tulsa, OK
10.2016 - Current
Supervise 2500 employees throughout Casino
Perform management meeting with each department
Make sure all departments are following Minimum Internal Control and Standard Internal Control for Indian Gaming Commission and Oklahoma Gaming Board
Using problem solving skills and customer service skills for Casino and Hotel
Use critical think skills to manage and deescalate tense situations while balancing best interest of casino, guest and employees.
Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty
Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons
Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members
Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention
Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions
Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground
Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes
Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers
Cashier Supervisor
River Spirit Casino Resort
Tulsa, OK
10.2016 - 08.2017
Performed employee schedules into Kronos
Manage cage cashier new hire assessments and counseling
Responsible for making sure Title 31 is entered correctly for each patron
Write checks for Jack Pots
Responsible for making sure ban patrons are not issued money by cashier
Deal with counterfeit money that comes to Casino cashiers
Expert in identifying fraudulent checks; ID’s and fraudulent activities.
Replenished checkout lines with printer paper and change throughout shifts to prevent any customer service delays.
Trained and coached cashier team members on checkout procedures and strategies to maximize customer satisfaction.
Monitored areas for security issues and safety hazards.
Oversaw employee performance, corrected problems, and increased efficiency to maintain productivity targets.
Established objectives to offer team members clear roadmap to help company achieve overall goals.
Backed up cashiers and customer service employees on questions such as rules on refunds and defective items.
Built positive relationships with customers to increase repeat business.
Observed associate flow and identified areas for mentoring and retraining, as well as highlighted associates exceeding expectations.
Verified accuracy of daily cashier batches by checking receipts, checks and cash.
Resolved customer issues for front-line and departments throughout store by employing strong operations knowledge and problem-solving abilities.
Assistant General Manager
Storage Station, LLC
Tulsa, OK
07.2006 - 04.2016
Supervise six locations
Handle all scheduling of employees
Assisted with payroll and account receivables and payables
Handle all ordering and purchasing of supplies including any need for updated software for computers
Have increased revenues by 13% every year
In charge of construction of new stores, setting up to company's specification and have opened 3 new stores
Research and design marketing for company
Have performed cost estimates for new building sites.
Identified and qualified customer needs and negotiated and closed profitable projects with high success rate
Motivated, trained, and disciplined employees to maximize performance
Developed and implemented policies and procedures to improve customer service and satisfaction
Supervised creation of exciting merchandise displays to catch attention of store customers
Handled cash accurately and prepared deposits
Reported issues to higher management with great detail
Updated and resolved incidents and managed accessorial charges objectively while maximizing profit
Negotiated contracts with vendors to acquire competitive prices and quality products
Mentored and motivated team members to achieve challenging business goals
Resolved problems promptly to elevate customer approval
Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently
Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards
Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue and effectively targeting new markets
Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Oklahoma State University
Stillwater, OK
07.2016
Bachelor of Science - Marketing, International Business
Oklahoma State University
Stillwater, OK
07.2016
Associate - Science
Tulsa Community College
Tulsa, OK
06.2012
Skills
Highlights of Qualification
Bachelor's degree in business management, marketing and minor in international business
Two years' experience as assistant to general contractor
Twenty two years in customer service
Fourteen years' experience in office management
Four years’ experience as Manager On Duty for Major Casino
Public Relations
Quality Standards
Issue and Conflict Resolution
Customer Relationship Management
Staff Management
Team Leadership
Business Management Principles
Accomplishments
Documented and resolved complaints which led to happier customers and return in revenue.
Timeline
Manger
River Spirit Casino Resort
10.2016 - Current
Cashier Supervisor
River Spirit Casino Resort
10.2016 - 08.2017
Assistant General Manager
Storage Station, LLC
07.2006 - 04.2016
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Oklahoma State University
Bachelor of Science - Marketing, International Business
Oklahoma State University
Associate - Science
Tulsa Community College
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