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Heather Cripe

Chicago Heights,IL

Summary

Skilled Front Desk Manager with rich background in hospitality and customer service. Demonstrated strengths in team leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills. Notable for improving customer satisfaction scores through exceptional guest relations and efficient management of front desk operations. Committed to providing a positive and efficient work environment. I bring the necessary skills and expertise to contribute to the success of your hotel. Passionate about creating memorable experiences for guests and dedicated to personal and professional growth.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Front Desk Manager

Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites
Lansing , IL
08.2023 - Current

Front Desk Manager

  • Replied to telephone, email and in-person inquiries regarding reservations, hotel information and guest concerns.
  • Supervised a team of 3 front desk agents ensuring tasks were completed efficiently and effectively.
  • Worked with room service, housekeeping, maintenance and security to meet all guest needs.
  • Generated reports on occupancy levels, revenue figures and customer feedback.
  • Oversaw cash and credit card payment transactions at the front desk.
  • Developed lasting relationships with guests that built loyalty and drove hotel revenue.

Assistant Store Manager

Family Dollar
, IL
03.2020 - 05.2023
  • Trained new employees on store policies, procedures and customer service standards.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Supervised cash handling processes to ensure accuracy of transactions.
  • Reviewed inventory and sales records to prepare reports for management and budget departments.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.

Education

Counselor Technician Certification - Substance Abuse

RADACT
Fairbanks, AK
05-2019

High School Diploma -

Bloom Trail
06-2007

Skills

  • Guest check-in and check-out
  • Safety and security procedures
  • Registration processing
  • Hospitality services
  • Team building and supervision
  • Room assignments
  • Conflict and issue documentation
  • Hotel reservation systems
  • Problem-solving
  • Listening skills
  • Employee training
  • Leadership qualities
  • Cash handling
  • Time management
  • Credit and cash payments
  • Confirmations and cancellations
  • Verbal and written communication

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Front Desk Manager

Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites
08.2023 - Current

Assistant Store Manager

Family Dollar
03.2020 - 05.2023

Counselor Technician Certification - Substance Abuse

RADACT

High School Diploma -

Bloom Trail
Heather Cripe