Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Insurance Underwriter
USA Insurance Group
01.2024 - Current
Identified and assessed auto damage and informed clients about necessary repairs
Communicated with policyholders, clients, police, and necessary parties
Performed thorough inspection of vehicles and created appropriate estimates
Worked closely with body shops and automobile professionals to discuss and negotiate repair pricing and assess liability
Aimed to provide clients with a high level of customer service possible.
Customer Care Specialist
Powur, PBC
03.2022 - 12.2023
Responded to customer inquiries via phone, email, and chat
Resolved customer complaints and issues in a timely and professional manner
Provided product and service information to customers
Processed orders, returns, and exchanges
Maintained accurate customer records and order information
Collaborated with other departments to ensure customer satisfaction
Identified and escalated complex issues to appropriate teams
Participated in training and development programs to improve skills and knowledge
Contributed to the development of customer service policies and procedures
Met or exceeded performance metrics for customer satisfaction, response time, and issue resolution.
Workforce Management Specialist
Beau Rivage Resort & Casino
02.2019 - 05.2022
Analyzing staffing data provided by department and Finance to ensure appropriate staffing levels
Adjusting staffing needs based on special events, large party reservations, table games/slot tournaments while maintaining compliance with scheduling to include departments covered by collective bargaining agreements
Ensured timeliness of schedule creations and delivery to standards as set out by Directors/Managers and expectations of the business unit
Working with department heads to adjust staffing models and approve schedule changes independently as necessary
Delivering best practice scheduling, rotation design, and reporting to maintain consistency among business units
Actively advising and providing guidance to the business units around scheduling, labor management, and leave management
Determed appropriate times to close stations/tables and call employees into work or grant employees company requested early outs as necessary
Ensured scheduling practice is developed in line with legislative requirements and local law protecting the company and employee interest
Ensured ethical and equity issues are identified and managed in the scheduling process
Analyzed the scheduled versus actual labor used across the business to identify trends in business activity
Developing duty sheets and other daily reporting as required by the business
Approved and processing manually received swaps, exceptions, and schedule changes which cannot be processed by the portfolio manager
Staffing the customer service inquiry counter during opening hours for staff.
Front Desk Agent
Hard Rock International
02.2021 - 10.2021
Performed all check-in and check-out tasks
Managed online and phone reservations
Informed customers about payment methods and verified their credit card data
Registered guests collecting necessary information (like contact details and exact dates of their stay)
Welcomed guests upon their arrival and assigned rooms
Provided information about the hotel, available rooms, rates, and amenities
Responded to clients' complaints in a timely and professional manner
Liaised with the housekeeping staff to ensure all rooms are clean, tidy, and fully furnished to accommodate guests' needs.
Front Desk Supervisor
Margaritaville
10.2020 - 03.2021
Welcomed customers and guests
Answered phone calls
Read and responded to company emails
Assisted customers in making reservations
Maintained schedules and reservation records
Processed visitor check-in and checkout information at hotels
Assigned rooms and suites to guests
Drew up and reviewed customer billing statements
Processed customer and guest payments
Kept work space clean and orderly
Sent and received faxes
Filed guest records
Resolved customer issues and complaints
Transferred calls to relevant staff or departments
Referred customers and guests to management when necessary
Provided directions to local restaurants, museums, and other attractions to hotel guests visiting from out of town
Passed out brochures and pamphlets regarding the hotel or resort's amenities
Described details of services and amenities to visitors
Distributed and collected customer satisfaction surveys
Sent follow-up emails after a guest's visit to ensure that everything went smoothly.
Guest Services Supervisor
Beau Rivage Resort & Casino
10.2017 - 02.2019
Administered and scheduled staff for each shift and assisted all guest services staff to resolve all customer issues effectively
Supervised working of all agents and provided training to all to ensure effective guest services and maintain work schedule for all and allocate appropriate resources as per requirement
Analyzed all requirements of facility and ensured compliance to all applicable policies and codes and resolved all disputes and guest issues for facility
Assisted in hiring and provided training to all guest services staff, scheduled work of all visitors and staff, and ensured compliance to services throughout the property
Oversaw everyday operations of all front desk team members and coordinated members of front services management
Monitored and maintained inventory of all department supplies and provided staff with all supplies as per requirement
Managed overall department operations.
Accounts Receivable Clerk
Beau Rivage Resort & Casino
09.2016 - 10.2017
Handled all disputes on reservations
Collected any outstanding balances
Investigated fraudulent credit card transactions and credit card disputes
Researched and resolved credit card discrepancies
Ensured superior customer experience by addressing customer concerns, demonstrating empathy, and resolving problems on the spot
Developed reputation as an efficient service provider with high levels of accuracy
Provided ongoing guest service, including giving alternate options for dining, hotel entertainments, and local events.
Customer Care Coordinator
02.2016 - 09.2016
Effectively managed a high-volume of inbound and outbound customer calls
Addressed and resolved customer product complaints empathetically and professionally
Gathered and verified all required customer information for tracking purposes
Defused volatile customer situations calmly and courteously
Accurately documented, researched, and resolved customer service issues
Referred unresolved customer grievances to designated departments for further investigation
Updated guests about changes in hotel products, services, pricing, and policies
Made over 200+ restaurant, hotel, and flight reservations daily
Met all incentive goals each month including but not limited to top adherence, accuracy, and quality scores.
Customer Service Representative
Merchants and Marine Bank
08.2013 - 12.2015
Organized and removed online banking files no longer in use
Executed customer transactions, including deposits, withdrawals, money orders, and checks
Continued education on current banking products and services through Bankersedge online courses
Handled various accounting transactions
Executed stop payments and account transfers
Answered telephone inquiries on banking products including checking, savings, loans, and lines of credit
Maintained friendly and professional customer interactions
Improved call center functionality and service capacity by resolving customer complaints efficiently and quickly
Effectively managed a high-volume of inbound and outbound customer calls
Defused volatile customer situations calmly and courteously
Collected member loan payments
Strong communication skills, using a number of channels to provide services and keeping customers and banking officials up to date
Worked closely with the Cash Management officer as an office assistant, in charge of all duties concerning business customers such as internet banking enrollment and inquiries, internal transfers, QuickBooks, bill pay enrollment and/or troubleshooting
Worked in the imaging department to ensure all end of day transactions from 10+ branches were balanced appropriately
Maintained confidentiality of bank records and client information
Communicated with customers to identify and resolve outstanding payments
Directed calls to appropriate individuals and departments
Played a key role in the transition to a new webpage ensuring the customers were able to access the site without a problem.
Manager
Wendy's/Arby's Group, Inc.
11.1996 - 08.2001
Clearly and promptly communicated pertinent information to staff, such as large reservations or last-minute menu changes
Carefully interviewed, selected, trained, and supervised staff
Organized special events in the restaurant, including receptions, promotions, and corporate luncheons
Carefully developed a lucrative annual food and beverage marketing plan and strict budget to maximize profits
Correctly calculated inventory and ordered appropriate supplies
Strategically developed effective marketing plans to increase sales and profits while managing costs
Recognized and formally acknowledged outstanding staff performance to boost company morale and productivity
Actively participated in ongoing customer service programs to build sales and rapport in the community
Promoted a positive atmosphere and went above and beyond to guarantee each customer received exceptional food and service
Prepared for and executed new menu implementations
Conducted timely performance evaluations for all front of house staff
Effectively managed payroll and timekeeping, including completion of the proper paperwork for new hires and terminations
Promoted the business through participation in and sponsorship of community events
Quickly identified problem situations and skillfully resolved incidents to the satisfaction of involved parties
Met, greeted, and encouraged feedback from customers and used feedback to implement positive changes within the restaurant.
Education
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies
The University of Southern Mississippi
Long Beach, MS
01.2013
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.) - Human Services, General