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Dina Duren

Dina Duren

Oakland Gardens

Summary

Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives. Experienced house manager with a proven track record in overseeing events and resolving complex service delivery issues. Recognized for resourcefulness and solutions-oriented problem-solving. Skilled in managing household operations, staff training, scheduling, and coordinating special events. Possesses strong organizational skills, multitasking abilities, and excellent problem-solving capabilities.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

House Manager

Howard Schiff
04.2018 - 04.2025
  • Organized and maintained household inventory records, including supplies and equipment.
  • Scheduled and supervised vendors for maintenance, repair, and cleaning tasks.
  • Developed systems for efficient management of daily operations in the house.
  • Established standards for cleanliness, hygiene, and orderliness throughout the house.
  • Created processes for maintaining security protocols within the house premises.
  • Managed staff payrolls, benefits, and other administrative duties related to personnel needs.
  • Communicated with maintenance team on damages to repair.
  • Monitored supply levels and requested new items to maintain completing daily cleaning tasks.

Owner

Dina Duren Cleaning Services
08.2014 - 02.2018
  • Scrubbed kitchen appliances, countertops and fixtures.
  • Observed proper use of chemicals when cleaning various surfaces.
  • Responsible for grocery shopping for the family's needs while adhering to budget guidelines.
  • Performed daily dusting, vacuuming, sweeping, mopping and polishing of surfaces.
  • Prepared meals according to recipes provided by the employer or guests' special requests.
  • Replenished bath amenities on a daily basis in guest rooms.
  • Assisted with laundry duties including sorting clothes for washing, folding linen and ironing items when necessary.
  • Received deliveries from vendors such as dry cleaners or grocery stores and placed them away neatly in designated areas.
  • Assisted with pet care activities such as walking dogs, grooming pets or providing food and water bowls.
  • Organized closets and drawers by properly storing clothing items or other household objects.
  • Disinfected bathrooms regularly to prevent mold growth and maintained sparkling clean bathtubs, showers, toilets, sinks.
  • Dusted ceiling air conditioning diffusers and ventilation systems to improve airflow.
  • Used cleaning chemicals following proper guidelines.
  • Employed deep-cleaning techniques for areas in need of additional sanitation.
  • Vacuumed floors and dusted furniture to maintain organized, professional appearance.
  • Laundered sheets and removed stains to restore linens to pristine condition.

Train Product Demonstrator

Club Demonstration Services at Costco
10.2012 - 05.2014
  • Assisted other demonstrators when needed with setting up displays or preparing promotional materials.
  • Made sure all demonstration equipment was functioning properly before each event or presentation began.
  • Promoted products through effective sales techniques, resulting in increased sales figures.
  • Ensured customer satisfaction by providing them with a pleasant experience while using the products being demonstrated.
  • Demonstrated product features and benefits to customers, answering questions and providing technical support.
  • Educated customers about proper use of the products by demonstrating its functions during presentations.
  • Resolved any issues or problems encountered during demonstrations in a timely manner.
  • Explained product specifications in detail to potential buyers, addressing their concerns and queries.
  • Organized product demonstrations for prospective clients, highlighting key features of the product.
  • Presented and handled samples to meet merchandising standards, promotional requirements and sanitation practices.
  • Engaged customers warmly and encouraged each to try products, boosting sales of items.
  • Answered questions and helped customers find items while offering samples.
  • Cleaned and organized spaces to maintain neat promotional spaces.
  • Worked promotional events for different products, persuading customers to purchase and documenting sales.
  • Delivered public demonstrations for crowds at stores, trade shows and conferences.

Babysitter

Laurie Boczar
09.1999 - 06.2012
  • Instructing children in basic hygiene practices such as brushing teeth or washing hands.
  • Using problem-solving skills to anticipate potential issues before they arise.
  • Organizing playdates with other children and providing supervision during outdoor activities.
  • Maintaining a positive attitude while being patient and understanding with the children.
  • Monitoring sleep schedules and adjusting accordingly if needed.
  • Developing creative ways to encourage learning through everyday experiences.
  • Cut and skewered meat, mixed sauces and made vegetable garnishes to prepare food for serving.

Accounting Manager

Felasen Comercila S.C.P.
11.1995 - 07.1999
  • Managed journal entries, collection efforts, reconciliations, and payroll processing.
  • Managed banking reconciliations and monthly balance sheet statements.
  • Managed relationships with external vendors, ensuring timely payments and accurate recording of expenses.
  • Completed bi-weekly payroll for company employees.
  • Tracked business revenue and expenditures and reconciled accounts to maintain high accuracy.
  • Managed successful audits by collaborating effectively with internal and external auditors.
  • Coordinated efforts between the accounting team and other departments to ensure accuracy in interdepartmental transactions recording and proper cost allocation.
  • Created and maintained financial databases for data entry, tracking and reporting.
  • Checked payroll, vendor payments, commissions and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
  • Prepared internal and regulatory financial reports, balance sheets and income statements.
  • Utilized financial software to prepare consolidated financial statements.
  • Contributed to successful external audits, preparing all necessary documentation and facilitating auditor inquiries.
  • Achieved timely financial reporting through diligent preparation and analysis of monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.
  • Analyzed and reported on financial data to support business decisions.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Faculty of Economics And Business

Universidad De Barcelona
07-1995

GED -

Escola Puiggracios
06-1990

Skills

  • Household inventory management
  • Vendor coordination
  • Operational efficiency
  • Security protocol management
  • Staff payroll administration
  • Team collaboration
  • Effective communication
  • Problem resolution
  • Task prioritization
  • Attention to detail
  • Database management
  • Excel spreadsheets
  • Administrative operations
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Document control
  • Multitasking and prioritization
  • Document management
  • Advanced MS office suite
  • Data entry
  • Email management
  • Deadline oriented
  • Reading comprehension
  • Sensitive material handling
  • Highly organized
  • PC proficient
  • Calendar management

Languages

English
Spanish

Timeline

House Manager

Howard Schiff
04.2018 - 04.2025

Owner

Dina Duren Cleaning Services
08.2014 - 02.2018

Train Product Demonstrator

Club Demonstration Services at Costco
10.2012 - 05.2014

Babysitter

Laurie Boczar
09.1999 - 06.2012

Accounting Manager

Felasen Comercila S.C.P.
11.1995 - 07.1999

GED -

Escola Puiggracios

Bachelor of Science - Faculty of Economics And Business

Universidad De Barcelona

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