Ashley Atkinson
Covington,GA
Summary
Goal-oriented recruiting professional motivated to achieve demanding targets under tight deadlines. Proficient in developing and overseeing diverse candidate pipelines, marketing plans and advertising strategies.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Staffing Manager
Randstad
Atlanta, GA
01.2022 - Current
- Performed sourcing, interviewing, negotiations, and hiring.
- Reviewed applications and resumes to support hiring activities.
- Decreased employee turnover by 25% through completing effective interviews and implementing employee engagement
- Collaborated with legal and compliance teams to review paperwork, obtain feedback and procure available information for new training processes.
- Worked as effective team member while contributing to local and regional HR projects.
- Implemented new-hire program by incorporating training initiatives while resolving problems and processing related documents.
- Built and strengthened long-lasting client relationships based on accurate price quotes and customer-centric terms.
- Liaised between account holders and various departments.
CHEF & B Manager
Ellis Hotel
Atlanta, GA
05.2021 - 01.2022
- Successfully opened new concept bistro and Starbucks kiosk
- Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action and performance reviews.
- Generated employee schedules, work assignments and determined appropriate compensation rates.
- Increased daily sales by 15% through creating fresh "grab n go" options
- Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity and presentation.
Director
Residence Inn Norcross – Peachtree Corners Hotel
Peachtree Corners, GA
11.2020 - 05.2021
- Hired and directed teams to achieve daily and long-term operations and business goals.
- Worked collaboratively with functional leaders to implement new procedures and corrective actions to improve quality.
- Increased guest satisfaction score by 12%
- Recruited, hired and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
- Demonstrated exceptional knowledge of process optimization in relation to profit and loss.
Senior Sales Manager
Residence Inn Norcross – Peachtree Corners Hotel
Peachtree Corners, GA
12.2018 - 04.2020
- Reported prospecting sales efforts in Sales Force
- Monitored customer buying trends, market conditions and competitor actions to adjust strategies and achieve sales goals.
- Increased YOY revenue from 2018 to 2019
- Forecasted sales of $400,000 and set successful policies to achieve sales objectives and related metrics within timeframe.
- Worked diligently to resolve unique and recurring complaints, promoting loyalty and enhancing operations.
- Formulated and presented innovative strategies to team members, executives and customers to build foundation for successful sales plans.
- Coached employees in successful selling methods and encouraged cross-selling to drive revenue.
Assistant Sales Manager
Aimbridge Hospitality
Atlanta, GA
01.2018 - 12.2018
- Arranged and coordinated sales calls with prospective clients to generate $250,000 in business for hotel.
- Attended and participated in conferences and trade shows to generate new leads, network and drive business.
- Built relationships with customers and community to establish long-term business growth.
- Resolved problems with high-profile customers to maintain relationships and increase return customer base.
- Achieved established KPI for company, regional team and individual performance through teamwork and focus on customers.
- Delivered recommendations to long-term accounts to promote brand awareness to key audience.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration
The Art Institute of Atlanta
Atlanta, GAHigh School Diploma -
Heritage High School
Conyers, GA05.2006
Skills
- Learning & Development
- Client Retention & Development
- Recruiting and Sourcing
- Background Checks
- Event & Travel Coordination
- Cold Calling
- Team Training and Motivation
- Client Appreciation Specialist
- Networking Events
- Managing RFPS
- Travel Planning & Hotel Bookings
- Hotel Accommodations
Timeline
Staffing Manager
Randstad
01.2022 - Current
CHEF & B Manager
Ellis Hotel
05.2021 - 01.2022
Director
Residence Inn Norcross – Peachtree Corners Hotel
11.2020 - 05.2021
Senior Sales Manager
Residence Inn Norcross – Peachtree Corners Hotel
12.2018 - 04.2020
Assistant Sales Manager
Aimbridge Hospitality
01.2018 - 12.2018
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration
The Art Institute of Atlanta
High School Diploma -
Heritage High School
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