Customer service manager with extensive experience in leading teams, communication, and building relationships. A track record for success in handling interactions and escalations while providing white glove customer service.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Referral Specialist/Preceptor
Centene Corporation
12.2020 - Current
Authorization intake for Inpatient and Outpatient behavioral health markets within a multinational healthcare enterprise.
Direct communication with healthcare providers needing authorization for members with Medicaid, Medicare, Marketplace, and commercial health plans within Centene Corporation.
Triage, data input, data correction, and processing of fax and phone requests for Inpatient and Outpatient procedures.
Report building and analysis of claims issues (PACR).
Efficient in TruCare Classic and Cloud, Amisys, Faxcom, Filenet, OMNI, PACR, Sharepoint, Excel, and Word.
Preceptor for inpatient behavioral health referral specialists, providing education and training on all processes for new hires as well as cross-training existing outpatient referral specialists on inpatient guidelines and protocols.
Kitchen Manager/Head Pastry Chef
Four Seasons Resort And Club Dallas
11.2011 - 03.2020
Managed daily functions of 10 direct reports
Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
Managed payroll.
Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
Developed and implemented kitchen policies and procedures to establish clear guidelines for kitchen operations and comply with regulations.
Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
Reviewed and analyzed kitchen performance to verify gaps and observe continuous improvement.
Created and deployed successful strategies to boost restaurant performance, streamline food prep processes and reduce waste.
Collaborated with other departments to coordinate meal service and special events, executing smooth operations.
Developed and maintained professional relationships with suppliers to acquire high-quality ingredients and products with reasonable prices.
Designed and maintained menus to offer variety of high quality and consistency of dishes.
Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.
Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
Implemented effective inventory control systems to reduce food spoilage and waste.
Analyzed sales data to identify trends and adjust purchasing decisions accordingly.
Handled escalated customer concerns with speed and knowledgeable support to achieve optimal satisfaction and maintain long-term loyalty.
Maximized quality assurance by completing frequent line checks.
Customer Service Specialist
HEB Grocery Store
08.2006 - 11.2011
Responsible for mass production of all bakery items.
Specialized in cake decorating.
Led efforts as department Safety Coordinator and Diversity Champion.
Addressed customer complaints and mitigated dissatisfaction by employing timely and on-point solutions.
Complied with company policies and procedures by encouraging positive and effective work environment among employees.
Reinforced established quality control standards and followed procedures for optimal customer interactions.
Developed customer service improvement initiatives to decrease customer wait times.
Handled customer inquiries and suggestions courteously and professionally.
Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
Answered customer telephone calls promptly to avoid on-hold wait times.
Offered advice and assistance to customers, paying attention to special needs or wants.
Education
Graduate -
Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts - Austin
Austin, TX
11.2011
Basics -
Austin Community College
Austin, TX
08.2010
Skills
Highly motivated professional
Goal oriented
Process driven
Team focused
Attentive to detail
Dedicated contributer
Positive attitude
Active communicator
Accomplishments
Women In Leadership, Board Member, Four Seasons Dallas (2018- 2020)
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