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Garrett Burks

Bristol,VA

Summary

Experienced hospitality professional prepared for supervisory responsibilities. Skilled in financial auditing, customer service, and problem-solving. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs. Reliable in ensuring accuracy, compliance, and guest satisfaction.

Diligent Customer Service Expert with strong background in overseeing night audit operations. Successfully managed financial reporting and guest service enhancements, ensuring smooth nightly transitions. Demonstrated skills in team leadership and problem-solving.

Seasoned hospitality professional with 6 years of experience working in front office roles. Detail- and process-oriented team leader focused on quality. Passionate about delivering seamless service and exceptional guest experiences.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Night Audit Supervisor

Hampton Inn By Hilton
04.2025 - Current
  • Monitored employee performance during nighttime shifts, providing constructive feedback to support ongoing professional development.
  • Provided on-site training and regular performance evaluations to support staff member skill growth.
  • Contributed to increased hotel revenue by accurately balancing daily transactions and identifying discrepancies.
  • Prepared detailed reports on nightly activities, presenting findings to management for review and action planning as necessary.
  • Generated daily reports to keep leadership informed about arrivals, departures and overall occupancy.
  • Identified opportunities for cost savings in nightly operations, implementing changes that resulted in reduced expenses without compromising service quality.
  • Received and transferred incoming phone calls via switchboard.
  • Trained new night auditors, providing guidance on best practices for exceptional customer service and accurate reporting.
  • Conducted routine walk-throughs of hotel facilities, ensuring security measures were in place and identifying potential maintenance issues for prompt resolution.
  • Oversaw financial transactions during evening hours, ensuring accurate billing for guests while minimizing errors or discrepancies that could impact revenue collection efforts later on.

Technical Support Expert

Teleperformance USA
04.2024 - 04.2025
  • Maintained detailed documentation of all troubleshooting steps, customer interactions, and resolutions to ensure efficient knowledge transfer among peers.
  • Resolved complex technical issues by utilizing diagnostic tools and troubleshooting procedures.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by empathizing with clients'' frustrations and offering timely resolutions.
  • Developed rapport with clients by addressing their needs professionally while adhering to company guidelines.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction with prompt and accurate solutions to their technical concerns.

Night Audit Supervisor

Quality Inn
09.2020 - 02.2024
  • Upheld strict adherence to safety protocols throughout the property during nighttime hours, maintaining a secure environment for both guests and staff members.
  • Closed daily accounts and submitted statements to leadership for ongoing financial reporting.
  • Reduced time spent on manual data entry tasks by implementing automation tools in the night audit process.
  • Enhanced guest satisfaction by efficiently managing night audit tasks and promptly addressing any concerns or issues.
  • Increased efficiency in nightly operations by cross-training team members in multiple roles within the hotel environment.
  • Maintained strong communication with daytime staff, ensuring a seamless transition between shifts and continuity in guest experience.

Front Desk Receptionist

The Bristol Hotel
11.2019 - 09.2020
  • Greeted guests at front desk and engaged in pleasant conversations while managing check-in process.
  • Maintained organized and clean front office area to create professional and welcoming environment for visitors and employees.
  • Scheduled, coordinated and confirmed appointments and meetings.
  • Delivered outstanding first impressions by warmly greeting visitors upon arrival at the front desk.
  • Collected room deposits, fees, and payments.
  • Scheduled appointments accurately using reservation software, reducing conflicts or doublebookings.
  • Handled sensitive customer information with confidentiality, adhering to company privacy guidelines.

Guest Service Captain

Parking Management Company
10.2018 - 11.2019

Operated as Valet Captain at The Bristol Hotel on behalf of Parking Management Company, and would go on to be offered a job and promotion with the client property.

Education

Advanced Studies Diploma - General Studies

Virginia High School
Bristol, VA
05.2018

Skills

  • Adaptability; Ability to adapt to different environments and assignments
  • Team and Company; ensuring my main efforts when working are to help foster a productive, safe, and positive environment for team members, all with the goal of accelerating the success of the company
  • Physically Capable; No issues or complications with lifting heavy objects and extended physical activity
  • Deescalation; Ability to hear, acknowledge and act upon customer frustrations with empathy, and seeking the best resolution for them within my own capabilities and guidelines
  • Mindful Leadership; Ability to assume a leading role, where my coworkers and superiors can trust my decision making, and feel secure to make recommendations that could benefit the Team and Company if implemented

Timeline

Night Audit Supervisor

Hampton Inn By Hilton
04.2025 - Current

Technical Support Expert

Teleperformance USA
04.2024 - 04.2025

Night Audit Supervisor

Quality Inn
09.2020 - 02.2024

Front Desk Receptionist

The Bristol Hotel
11.2019 - 09.2020

Guest Service Captain

Parking Management Company
10.2018 - 11.2019

Advanced Studies Diploma - General Studies

Virginia High School