Eleanor (Ellie) Alford
Birmingham,AL
Summary
Organized Office Manager, enthusiastic Sales woman and experienced Coordinator with noted experience in administrative management. Prioritize projects, driven by relationships with people and multitask effectively to achieve project goals. Methodical and detail-oriented team player with expertise in organization, communication and operations. Offering these skills and strong work ethic.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Office & Operations Manager
The Travel Studio
03.2022 - 09.2023
- Maintained computer and physical filing systems.
- Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
- Managed office operations while scheduling appointments for department managers.
- Established workflow processes, monitored daily productivity and implemented modifications to improve overall performance of personnel.
- Coordinated special projects and managed schedules.
- Sourced vendors for special project needs and negotiated contracts.
- Eight months of this job included being an assistant to a Luxury Travel Advisor.
Bridal Stylist
Ivory & White Bridal Boutique
06.2021 - 03.2022
- Sold and fitted wedding gowns for brides-to-be.
- Managed customer expectations with open consultations and frequent communication.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
Hostess
The Plaza
09.2020 - 02.2021
- Answered customer questions about hours, seating and menu information.
- Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions and informed of accurate wait times.
- Supported servers, food runners and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.
- Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
- Monitored front entrance for new guests while assisting servers by taking and delivering drink orders.
Planning Assistant
Refined Social Events
05.2017 - 08.2019
- Conducted site assessments to verify plan accuracy and feasibility of proposed developments.
- Smoothly supported team activities to efficiently accomplish project milestones and achieve completion before events.
- Executed projects in a timely manner along with a productive and enthusiastic attitude alongside team members.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Hospitality & Event Management
Auburn University
Auburn, AL05.2021
Minor - Business
Auburn University
05.2021
Skills
- Travel Coordination
- Office Supplies and Inventory
- Written Communication
- Administrative Office Operations
- Team Bonding
- Customer Relations
- Biweekly Payroll Processing
- Event Coordination
- Calendar Management
- Office Organization
Timeline
Office & Operations Manager
The Travel Studio
03.2022 - 09.2023
Bridal Stylist
Ivory & White Bridal Boutique
06.2021 - 03.2022
Hostess
The Plaza
09.2020 - 02.2021
Planning Assistant
Refined Social Events
05.2017 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Hospitality & Event Management
Auburn University
Minor - Business
Auburn University
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