Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Hi, I’m

Colunda Bracken

Dallas,TX

Summary

Team Leader experienced in directing activities of workgroups. Develops strategies, provides training, sets goals and obtains team feedback. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Big picture focus with excellence in communicating goals and vision to succeed. Problem solver, networker and consensus builder. Multi-tasking Team Leader well-known for executing successful, new initiatives. Creates dynamic and positive workplace culture to align with organizational mission and values. Trains new hires and mentors struggling workers to achieve overall team success.

Overview

12
years of professional experience

Work History

Jack In The Box

Team Leader
08.2018 - Current

Job overview

  • Mentored and guided employees to foster proper completion of assigned duties.
  • Conducted training and mentored team members to promote productivity, accuracy and commitment to friendly service.
  • Built strong relationships with customers through positive attitude and attentive response.
  • Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
  • Led team of 8 members while providing exceptional customer service.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of company mission and goals and mentored employees in reaching objectives aligned with company core values.
  • Coached team members in customer service techniques, providing feedback and encouragement toward reaching sales goals.
  • Facilitated training for associates through daily coaching and regular performance appraisals.

LaQuinta Inn & Suits

Front Desk Receptionist
04.2018 - 11.2022

Job overview

  • Greeted guests at front desk and engaged in pleasant conversations while managing check-in process.
  • Answered multi-line phone system to respond to inquiries and transfer calls to correct departments and personnel.
  • Resolved customer issues quickly and notified supervisor immediately when problems escalated.
  • Maintained files and records by implementing effective filing systems that boosted efficiency and organization.
  • Transcribed phone messages and relayed to appropriate personnel.
  • Used internal software to process reservations, check-ins and check-outs.
  • Collected room deposits, fees and payments.
  • Monitored office supplies by checking inventory and placing orders.
  • Used quick response and dynamic service skills to build relationships with patrons, improving customer retention rate.
  • Maintained transaction security by verifying payment cards against identification.
  • Contacted housekeeping staff and maintenance department immediately to resolve guest room issues.

Spectrum

Customer Service Representative
02.2016 - 05.2019

Job overview

  • Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.
  • Answered customer telephone calls promptly to avoid on-hold wait times.
  • Answered constant flow of customer calls with minimal wait times.
  • Offered advice and assistance to customers, paying attention to special needs or wants.
  • Responded to customer requests for products, services and company information.
  • Provided primary customer support to internal and external customers.
  • Recommended products to customers, thoroughly explaining details.
  • Collected customer feedback and made process changes to exceed customer satisfaction goals.

Education

H. Grady Spruce
Dallas, TX

High School Diploma
06.2008

University Overview

Skills

  • Issue Resolution
  • Safety Processes
  • Quality Standards
  • Staff Training
  • Inventory Accuracy
  • Cash Register Operations
  • Leadership

Timeline

Team Leader
Jack In The Box
08.2018 - Current
Front Desk Receptionist
LaQuinta Inn & Suits
04.2018 - 11.2022
Customer Service Representative
Spectrum
02.2016 - 05.2019
H. Grady Spruce
High School Diploma
Colunda Bracken