Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. Take-charge professional delivering executive support and team leadership to business operations. Dependable and detail-oriented to manage multiple tasks and priorities. Broad experience includes office management, accounting, accounts receivable, invoicing, dispatching, database management, vendor negotiations and contract management. Recognized for exemplary customer service and team collaboration.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Reception Manager
Randburg Health & Recquet Club South Africa
Johannesburg, South Africa
09.1994 - 11.1995
Created effective schedules to ensure adequate coverage at the front desk during peak times.
Liaised with customers, addressed inquiries, handled meeting requests and answer billing questions to provide outstanding customer care.
Maintained accurate records of all incoming calls, messages and visitor logs.
Performed administrative tasks such as copying, faxing or scanning documents.
Trained employees on best practices and protocols while managing teams to maintain optimal productivity.
Assisted in recruiting, training and evaluating of reception team members.
Answered inquiries from customers via phone, email or face-to-face contact.
Developed and maintained customer service standards for reception staff.
Determined staffing requirements, interviewing, hiring and training new employees.
Analyzed internal processes and recommended and implemented procedural or policy changes to improve operations.
Prepared reports regarding daily activities at the reception desk.
Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner to maintain high quality customer service standards.
Tracked deliveries coming into the building and notified relevant personnel accordingly.
Ensured all office equipment was functioning properly and arranged repairs if necessary.
Represented work unit at meetings or conferences to serve as liaison for requests or complaints.
Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information related to the business.
Monitored office supplies to replenish needed inventory before depletion.
Collaborated with other departmental leaders to establish organizational goals, strategic plans, and objectives.
Processed payments from customers in accordance with established policies.
Pitched in to help with office tasks during busy periods and staff absences.
Provided support to other departments when needed, such as data entry or filing documents.
Managed the front desk operations, including greeting guests and visitors in a professional manner.
Created and implemented administrative processes and procedures to prioritize job tasks and establish personnel responsibilities.
Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Education
Associate of Arts - Dental Assisting
Concord Career College
Tampa
09-1990
High School Diploma -
Hillsborough High School
Tampa, FL
06-1984
Skills
Greeting and Seating Clients
Schedule Management
Business Correspondence
Administrative Management
Workflow Planning
Database Administration
Vendor Relationship Management
Staff Scheduling
Staff Management
Company Representation
Quickbooks
Bookkeeping
Hiring and Terminations
Data Entry
Credit and Collections
Attention to Detail
Relationship Building
Scheduling
Customer Satisfaction Evaluation
Payroll and Budgeting
Microsoft Office
Flexible Schedule
Planning and Prioritization
Accomplishments
I was named EMPLOYEE OF THE YEAR in Temple Terrace while working as the gymnastics head coach in 2006. By, the Temple Terrace Parks and Recreation Center.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Reception Manager
Randburg Health & Recquet Club South Africa
09.1994 - 11.1995
Associate of Arts - Dental Assisting
Concord Career College
High School Diploma -
Hillsborough High School
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