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Ashley Hall

Ashley Hall

Customer Service and Hospitality
Bridgeport,MI

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Advisor

Morley Companies
Saginaw, Michigan
12.2019 - 09.2023
  • Managed projects related to improving processes associated with delivering services or products.
  • Designed and delivered presentations to senior management on current trends in the industry.
  • Advised clients on best practices for achieving their goals within budget constraints.
  • Created reports summarizing findings from customer feedback surveys.
  • Coordinated with external vendors to ensure timely delivery of services and products.
  • Assisted in developing policies and procedures for providing high quality customer service.
  • Collaborated with internal departments to create action plans for implementing changes identified through research.
  • Monitored performance metrics related to customer service operations.
  • Provided technical support to staff members working with customers.
  • Drafted proposals outlining potential solutions for addressing customer needs.
  • Participated in brainstorming sessions aimed at generating innovative ideas for enhancing client relations.
  • Coordinated implementation of new technological tools to improve data gathering and trend tracking.
  • Researched areas of special expertise continuously to stay current on latest research and practices.
  • Assisted with development of best-in-class solutions for internal and external customers.
  • Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
  • Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
  • Identified areas for improvement, narrowing focus for decision-makers in making necessary changes.
  • Set specific goals for projects to measure progress and evaluate end results.
  • Utilized document management system to organize company files, keeping up-to-date and easily accessible data.
  • Evaluated needs of departments and delegated tasks to optimize overall production.
  • Assessed company operations for compliance with safety standards.
  • Determined consumer needs to provide products and services appealing to larger market.
  • Audited company's legal documents to verify compliant policies and procedures.

Night Auditor

Country Inns & Suites
Birch Run, Michigan
10.2018 - 11.2019
  • Greeted arriving guests and checked them in to their rooms.
  • Processed guest check-outs, including payment processing and providing receipts.
  • Monitored hotel occupancy, rate availability, and special requests or needs of guests.
  • Compiled daily reports on hotel activity such as room occupancy, revenue totals, and other statistics.
  • Performed nightly audits of all cashiering staff by verifying accuracy of shift paperwork and balancing accounts.
  • Responded to customer inquiries regarding hotel services, reservations, directions.
  • Answered telephone calls from customers related to billing inquiries or complaints.
  • Maintained a secure environment for the protection of guests' property and assets.
  • Assisted with the preparation of daily bank deposits for all departments within the hotel.
  • Ensured that all front desk personnel followed established procedures for guest check-in and check-out policies.
  • Verified that all charges posted were accurate prior to submitting final bills to guests.
  • Provided support to housekeeping staff by preparing keys for departing guests when requested.
  • Conducted security checks throughout the night to ensure safety of hotel premises and guests' belongings.
  • Completed end-of-day reconciliations of cash drawers and credit card transactions.
  • Reported any discrepancies immediately upon discovering them.
  • Prepared detailed audit reports at the end of each shift.
  • Received payments from customers via cash or credit cards.
  • Resolved customer issues quickly while maintaining a high level of professionalism.
  • Performed routine maintenance tasks around the lobby area such as cleaning up spills or debris after hours.
  • Handled night audit paperwork, verification of daily room occupancy and hotel revenue reviews.
  • Audited and balanced cash and credit transactions daily and reset register for next day's operations.
  • Managed late check-ins and provided information on hotel amenities, including dining establishments, spa hours and room service.
  • Checked auditing discrepancies by reconciling cash drop and credit card transactions.
  • Ran end-of-day computer functions and closed out reports, submitting details to professionals for review.
  • Completed nightly updates to hotel rates and individual room charges.
  • Documented wake-up requests and set up automatic calls in system.
  • Maintained cleanliness of bathrooms, lobby and front desk.
  • Assessed checklist on daily basis and planned shift accordingly.
  • Coordinated with guest services and concierge team to meet guest needs.
  • Maintained well-stocked and presentable complementary food and beverage station.
  • Applied mathematical skills to calculate totals, check figures, and correct problems with physical and digital files.
  • Assisted guests in locating amenities such as casino, gift shop, restaurants, fitness center, pool, and spa.
  • Generated daily, weekly, and monthly reports to close out day and meet objectives.
  • Assessed data and information to check entries, calculations and billing codes for accuracy.
  • Directed and trained new staff on procedures, service standards and productivity strategies and provided assistance and mentoring.
  • Coded invoices to maintain organized and accurate records.
  • Assisted guests at check-in, providing information on various services within hotel.
  • Answered guest inquiries, recommending shopping, dining or entertainment.
  • Input and confirmed reservations for guests.
  • Kept records of room availability and guest accounts, manually or using computers.
  • Recorded guest comments or complaints, escalating to management for immediate resolution.
  • Advised housekeeping staff of rooms vacated and ready for cleaning.
  • Computed bills, collected payments and made change for guests.
  • Greeted, registered and assigned rooms to hotel or motel guests.
  • Contacted housekeeping or maintenance staff to report room or building issues.
  • Cleaned and maintained lobby and common areas by restocking supplies and watering plants.
  • Prepared basic food service by setting up continental breakfast or coffee and tea supplies.
  • Transmitted and received messages using telephones or telephone switchboards.
  • Issued room keys and escort instructions to bellhops.
  • Performed bookkeeping activities to balance accounts and conduct nightly audits.
  • Posted incidental charges to ledgers, manually or by using computers.
  • Deposited guest valuables in hotel safes or safe-deposit boxes.

Assistant Manager

Yaya's Flame Broiled Chicken
Flint, Michigan
06.2010 - 08.2018
  • Provided customer service and assistance to customers in resolving issues and concerns.
  • Assisted in the development of new processes to improve customer service efficiency.
  • Coordinated with other departments to ensure customer satisfaction.
  • Trained and supervised customer service staff on policies, procedures, and best practices.
  • Monitored customer feedback and implemented changes based on those insights.
  • Maintained accurate records of customer interactions for future reference.
  • Resolved escalated complaints from customers in a timely manner.
  • Developed strategies to increase customer loyalty and retention rates.
  • Analyzed customer data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
  • Reviewed billing discrepancies with customers to resolve any payment issues.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews with team members to ensure quality standards are met.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and company policies.
  • Interfaced with vendors regarding product availability or delivery issues.
  • Identified areas where operational efficiencies could be improved upon.
  • Participated in weekly meetings with senior management for status updates.
  • Established positive rapport with customers, managers and customer service team members to maintain positive and successful work environment.
  • Demonstrated excellent communication skills in resolving product and consumer complaints.
  • Delivered fast, friendly and knowledgeable service for routine questions and service complaints.
  • Provided outstanding service to new and long-standing customers by attending closely to concerns and developing solutions.
  • Maintained knowledge of company products and services to promptly resolve complaints and concerns.
  • Assisted staff with resolving complex customer issues and implementing targeted solutions.
  • Responded to phone and online customer service requests within designated turnaround time to improve customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Evaluated employee job performance and motivated staff to improve productivity.
  • Upheld quality control policies and procedures to increase customer satisfaction.
  • Set clear expectations and helped employees pursue optimal paths for achieving each target.
  • Evaluated and authenticated returns, exchanges and voids.
  • Delivered continuous training to associates to maximize performance and customer relations skills.
  • Organized shift assignments to meet expected coverage demands by factoring in typical loads and upcoming changes.
  • Rolled out operational improvements and solutions to deliver top-notch customer service.
  • Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
  • Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Resolved customer inquiries and complaints requiring management-level escalation.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Recruited and trained new employees to meet job requirements.
  • Reviewed employee performance and provided ongoing feedback and coaching to drive performance improvement.
  • Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality, and conformance.
  • Planned and delivered training sessions to improve employee effectiveness and address areas of weakness.
  • Assigned work and monitored performance of project personnel.
  • Interviewed prospective employees and provided input to HR on hiring decisions.
  • Mediated conflicts between employees and facilitated effective resolutions to disputes.
  • Implemented quality control measures to uphold company standards.
  • Coordinated with other departments to ensure smooth flow of operations.

Waitress Supervisor

Atlas Coney Island
Flint, Michigan
02.2009 - 12.2011
  • Supervised waitstaff to ensure quality customer service and satisfaction.
  • Provided training and guidance to new staff members on food safety, customer service, and restaurant policies.
  • Monitored employee performance, identified areas of improvement, and provided feedback.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner with professionalism.
  • Created daily shift schedules for waitstaff according to business needs.
  • Assisted in recruiting, interviewing, and hiring qualified personnel for the waitstaff team.
  • Ensured compliance with all health department regulations related to food handling and storage procedures.
  • Verified accuracy of orders before delivery by checking presentation of dishes against menu descriptions.
  • Performed opening and closing duties including setting up dining areas, restocking shelves, cleaning kitchen equipment.
  • Monitored cash register operations during shifts for accuracy of transactions.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Trained front-of-house staff on restaurant policies and procedures, guest service techniques and communication skills to promote positive experiences.
  • Consistently maintained high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage and sanitation of food and beverage products to ensure quality.
  • Observed food safety and sanitation protocols to reduce germ spread.
  • Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
  • Explained goals and expectations required of trainees.
  • Helped management stay on top of supply needs by sharing information about low or spoiled inventory.
  • Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment, utensils and work stations.
  • Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.

Education

High School Diploma -

Carman-Ainsworth High School, Flint, MI
05-2009

Nursing

Baker College, Flint, MI

Some College (No Degree) - Teaching with History Major and English Minor

University of Michigan - Flint, Flint, MI

Skills

  • Cash Handling
  • Relationship building and management
  • Innovation management
  • Training facilitation
  • Data Analytics

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Contact Information

PHONE: 810-640-6571

EMAIL: AYRHALL2638@GMAIL.COM

ADDRESS: 6101 DIXIE HWY, BRIDGEPORT, MI, 48722

ADDITIONAL PHONE NUMBER AFTER 4PM: 810-640-6330

Timeline

Senior Advisor - Morley Companies
12.2019 - 09.2023
Night Auditor - Country Inns & Suites
10.2018 - 11.2019
Assistant Manager - Yaya's Flame Broiled Chicken
06.2010 - 08.2018
Waitress Supervisor - Atlas Coney Island
02.2009 - 12.2011
Carman-Ainsworth High School - High School Diploma,
Baker College - , Nursing
University of Michigan - Flint - Some College (No Degree), Teaching with History Major and English Minor
Ashley HallCustomer Service and Hospitality