Objective: Looking for a full-time Management/ front office position with a company that
can utilize 30+ years of Quality Customer Service & Hands-on Hospitality experience.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Front Desk Manager
Country Inn & Suites By Radisson
01.2017 - Current
Trained new staff on correct procedures, compliance requirements, and performance strategies.
Controlled cash and credit card payment transactions at front desk to successfully reduce errors.
Responded to telephone, email and in-person inquiries regarding reservations, hotel information and guest concerns.
Greeted guests at front desk and engaged in pleasant conversations while managing check-in process.
Help with maintenance issues
Help with Security issues or concerns
Oversaw front desk operations with eye for hotel reputation, staff productivity, and operational efficiency.
Answered multi-line phone system to respond to inquiries and transfer calls to correct departments and personnel.
Resolved guest complaints by addressing issues with rooms promptly.
Kept accounts in balance and ran daily reports to verify totals.
Handled tasks and responsibilities for front office employees during periods of understaffing.
Contacted housekeeping staff and maintenance department to resolve issues with guest rooms.
Attended staff meetings and brought issues to attention of upper management.
Checked guests in out of hotel, made reservations, and processed payments. Through Opera Operator System.
Entered and updated sensitive customer information during check-ins and room changes.
Resolved guest issues with rooms or reservations with knowledgeable and friendly service.
Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
Help Operation with A/r Accounts,Charge backs(backup documentation
Bank deposit reconciiation
General Manager
Best Western Plus Largo, MD -2014-2017 General Man
01.2014 - 01.2017
Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
Worked closely with Director of Sales and owners
to make the property successful.
Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty.
Maximized operational excellence mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, and company procedures.
Managed budget implementations, employee evaluations, and contract details.
Chaired weekly meetings with executive leadership to identify opportunities for improvement, establish milestones, and tailor products to individual markets.
Enhanced and redefined organizational structure to maintain competitive edge across territories.
Trained, coached and mentored staff to support smooth adoption of new [Type] program.
Designed modern employee recognition program which boosted productivity and improved morale.
Developed initial sales roadmaps and market strategies to promote successful product launches.
Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices.
Set, enforced, and optimized internal policies to maintain responsiveness to demands.
Reduced process bottlenecks by training and coaching employees on practices, procedures, and performance strategies.
Partnered with vendors and suppliers to effectively manage and budget.
Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue and effectively targeting new markets.
Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
Mitigated business risks by working closely with staff members and assessing performance.
Reduced financial inconsistencies while assessing and verifying billing invoices and expense reports.
Identified and qualified customer needs and negotiated and closed profitable projects with high success rate.
Updated and resolved incidents and managed accessorial charges objectively while maximizing profit.
Implemented innovative programs to increase employee loyalty and reduce turnover.
Provided strategic oversight of marketing and promotional campaigns to keep campaigns aligned with overall goals and objectives.
Analyzed market trends and competitor activities to create competitive advantages.
Formulated policies and procedures to streamline operations.
Reduced operational risks while organizing data to forecast performance trends.
Tracked trends and suggested enhancements to both challenge and refine company's product offerings.
Reduced budgetary expenditures by effectively negotiating contracts for more advantageous terms.
Front Desk Clerk
Capital Inn & Suites
01.2014 - 12.2014
Greeted visitors and customers upon arrival, offered assistance, and answered questions to build rapport and retention.
Greeted guests at front desk and engaged in pleasant conversations while managing check-in process.
Collected room deposits, fees, and payments.
Used internal software to process reservations, check-ins and check-outs.
Maintained transaction security by verifying payment cards against identification.
Confirmed important personal and payment information for compliance with security and payment card industry standards.
Entered and updated sensitive customer information during check-ins and room changes.
Answered multi-line phone system and transferred callers to appropriate department or staff member.
Introduced customers to resort amenities with pleasant and helpful demeanor.
Contacted housekeeping staff and maintenance department to resolve issues with guest rooms.
Stored guest valuables in safe and individual boxes for security.
Maintained clean and organized front desk areas to uphold polished company image.
Took reservations over phone, in person, and via computer for guests and provided confirmation information.
Welcomed each new arrival pleasantly and confirmed reservations and identification.
Answered customer telephone calls promptly and appropriately handled needs.
Oversaw fast-paced front desk operations and guests' needs at busy facility.
Liaised with housekeeping and maintenance staff to address requests and complaints made by guests.
Calculated billings and posted charges to room accounts, reviewing charges with guests at checkout.
Issued room keys to guests upon check-in and answered questions regarding proper use.
Answered multi-line phone system and enthusiastically greeted callers.
Responded swiftly to room requests and other inquiries made via theestablishment website, email, or phone.
Greeted guests at thefront desk and engaged in pleasant conversations while managing thecheck-in process
Front Desk Manager
Best Western Lanham, MD
01.2012 - 12.2014
Trained new staff on correct procedures, compliance requirements, and performance strategies.
Controlled cash and credit card payment transactions at front desk to successfully reduce errors.
Responded to telephone, email and in-person inquiries regarding reservations, hotel information and guest concerns.
Greeted guests at front desk and engaged in pleasant conversations while managing check-in process.
Performed Manager on Duty oversight of ballroom and night club functions.
controlled bar tender tally and operations for owner’s report.
Work Directly with the owner and Director of Sales to maximize the revenue
Greeted visitors and customers upon arrival, offered assistance, and answered questions to build rapport and retention.
Oversaw front desk operations with eye for hotel reputation, staff productivity, and operational efficiency.
Answered multi-line phone system to respond to inquiries and transfer calls to correct departments and personnel.
Resolved guest complaints by addressing issues with rooms promptly.
Kept accounts in balance and ran daily reports to verify totals.
Handled tasks and responsibilities for front office employees during periods of understaffing.
Checked guests in out of hotel, made reservations, and processed payments.
Contacted housekeeping staff and maintenance department to resolve issues with guest rooms.
Attended staff meetings and brought issues to attention of upper management.
Resolved guest issues with rooms or reservations with knowledgeable and friendly service.
Entered and updated sensitive customer information during check-ins and room changes.
Maintained transaction security by verifying payment cards against identification.
Introduced customers to resort amenities with pleasant and helpful demeanor.
Complete oversight of all daily desk operation. Redesigned all forms and checklists as needed to
improve service.
Front Office Manager
Holiday Inn College Park, MD -
01.2008 - 01.2012
Reconciled end-of-day reports to determine accurate billing and payment processing.
Supervised and guided new employees and responded quickly to questions to improve understanding of job responsibilities.
Coached employees through day-to-day work and complex problems.
Managed files and records for clients and adhered to safety procedures to prevent breaches and data misuse.
Set priorities and problem-solved workflow issues to maintain rapport with customers and managers.
Developed procedures to establish accurate and organized check-in and check-out processes.
Created, prepared, and delivered reports to various departments.
Reviewed client and staff feedback and made appropriate business adjustments to meet needs and address concerns.
Monitored customer service trends and provided insights to management team for further improvement.
Delivered performance reviews, recommending additional training or advancements.
Prepared agendas and took notes at meetings to archive proceedings.
Analyzed data related to administrative costs and spending trends to prepare budgets for personnel.
Prepared reports to assist business leaders with key decision making and strategic operational planning.
Communicated corporate objectives to various divisions to meet deadlines and adhere to company budgets.
Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
Oversaw work processes and performed quality control tasks to increase revenue and reduce production times.
Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
Complete oversight of all daily desk operation.
Front Desk Manger
Best Western
01.2000 - 01.2008
Trained new staff on correct procedures, compliance requirements, and performance strategies.
Controlled cash and credit card payment transactions at front desk to successfully reduce errors.
Greeted guests at front desk and engaged in pleasant conversations while managing check-in process.
Responded to telephone, email and in-person inquiries regarding reservations, hotel information and guest concerns.
Attended staff meetings and brought issues to attention of upper management.
Greeted visitors and customers upon arrival, offered assistance, and answered questions to build rapport and retention.
Resolved guest complaints by addressing issues with rooms promptly.
Handled tasks and responsibilities for front office employees during periods of understaffing.
Oversaw front desk operations with eye for hotel reputation, staff productivity, and operational efficiency.
Resolved guest issues with rooms or reservations with knowledgeable and friendly service.
Prepared weekly employee work schedules to meet operational needs.
Kept accounts in balance and ran daily reports to verify totals.
Entered and updated sensitive customer information during check-ins and room changes.
Work with owners and Director of Sales to make the hotel more profitable.
Recreate forms and polices o make them work for better commuication
Skills
Problem-Solving Skills
Rate Changes
Interviewing and Hiring
System Updates
Cash Handling
Guest Safety
Hotel Reservation Systems
Staff Supervision
Room Assignments
Payment Oversight
Hospitality Management
Operations Management
Written and Oral Communications
Microsoft Office
Property Management Systems
Property Security
Payment Processing
Credit and Cash Payments
Hospitality and Accommodation
POS System Operations
Conflict Management
Timeline
Front Desk Manager
Country Inn & Suites By Radisson
01.2017 - Current
General Manager
Best Western Plus Largo, MD -2014-2017 General Man