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Heather Huff

Mobile

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven professional with a strong background in management and customer service, exemplified during my tenure as Night Auditor at Avocet Hospitality. Proven leadership skills in training teams and enhancing operational efficiency, alongside skills in accounting and bookkeeping, have consistently improved guest satisfaction and streamlined financial processes. Consistent high scoring in employee reviews and recent Pineapple Award Winner.

Work History

Night Auditor

Avocet Hospitality
  • Completed night audit for guest ledgers to close bank and cash registers, reconciling issues quickly, and marking discrepancies.
  • Oversaw night auditing of daily room occupancy and hotel revenue.
  • Controlled cash and credit card payment transactions at front desk to successfully reduce errors.
  • Entered and reconciled all venue house accounts and kept them current.
  • Handled emergency situations calmly and professionally, keeping guest safety as the top priority at all times.
  • Maintained accurate financial records by diligently balancing daily revenue reports and identifying discrepancies.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in various software systems used for reservation management, billing adjustments, and report generation.
  • Promoted a positive work atmosphere by maintaining high levels of professionalism, enthusiasm, and commitment to guest satisfaction during overnight shifts.
  • Prepared detailed end-of-shift reports, highlighting noteworthy incidents or areas requiring improvement for management review.
  • Utilized strong problem-solving skills while handling any logistical challenges that arose throughout the course of nightly duties.
  • Provided exceptional customer service to overnight guests, addressing inquiries, and offering assistance as needed.
  • Handled all duties and tasks as night manager and concierge during busy periods to maintain front desk efficiency.

Lead Key Holder

Dollar General
  • Provided exceptional customer service by addressing inquiries, resolving issues, and ensuring a positive shopping experience.
  • Enhanced store sales by implementing effective merchandising strategies and engaging customers with product knowledge.
  • Handled escalated customer concerns with tactful diplomacy, often turning dissatisfied customers into loyal patrons.
  • Maintained a clean, organized store environment by implementing regular cleaning schedules and following merchandising guidelines.
  • Managed store personnel by delegating tasks and supervising daily operations.
  • Handled money counts, deliveries and vendors for seamless daily shift changes and operations.

Floating Shift Manager

Captain D's
  • Handled escalated customer issues effectively, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills while upholding company values and standards.
  • Trained new employees on company policies, procedures, and job responsibilities, ensuring seamless integration into the team.
  • Trained and mentored new employees to maximize team performance.
  • Improved overall team performance by effectively delegating tasks and providing clear instructions.

Key Holder - Bar Staff

Sammy's of Mobile
  • Managed daily cash handling procedures, ensuring accuracy in transactions and preventing losses due to discrepancies.
  • Resolved customer complaints professionally, resulting in increased customer satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Handled ordering and deliveries for bar materials and merchandise.
  • Hired and trained bar staff.
  • Handled scheduling for bar staff.
  • Opened bar daily ensuring all needed materials are available for bar staff to complete their shifts seamlessly.

Bar Manager

Pure the Experience
  • Closed out cash register and prepared cashier report at close of business.
  • Created a welcoming atmosphere, fostering a loyal customer base and repeat business.
  • Oversaw maintenance tasks for the bar area, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patrons at all times.
  • Mentored and trained staff members to ensure exceptional customer service standards.

Assistant Manager

The Whiskey
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
  • Handled ordering and deliveries.
  • Scheduling.

Founder, Lead Vocalist & Writer

Cries My Sorrow
  • Handled marketing, promoting and event planning for band.
  • Scouted out venues and opportunities for the band.
  • Created and sold merchandise for the band.
  • Networking.

Founder, Vocalist & Writer

Ashes of When
  • Handled marketing, promoting and event planning for band.
  • Scouted out venues and opportunities for the band.
  • Created and sold merchandise for the band.
  • Networking.

Promotion, Print & Runway

On Track Modeling

Education

Real Estate

Kaplan College
Renton, WA

Certificate - Criminology

International Open Academy
Dublin

Diploma With Honors - Investigations

Stratford Career Institute
Saint Albans, VT

Advanced High School Diploma With Honors -

American School of Correspondence
Lansing, IL

Skills

    Leadership

    Training

    Accounting & Bookkeeping

    Management

    Operations

    Customer Service

    Customer Support

Timeline

Night Auditor

Avocet Hospitality

Lead Key Holder

Dollar General

Floating Shift Manager

Captain D's

Key Holder - Bar Staff

Sammy's of Mobile

Bar Manager

Pure the Experience

Assistant Manager

The Whiskey

Founder, Lead Vocalist & Writer

Cries My Sorrow

Founder, Vocalist & Writer

Ashes of When

Promotion, Print & Runway

On Track Modeling

Real Estate

Kaplan College

Certificate - Criminology

International Open Academy

Diploma With Honors - Investigations

Stratford Career Institute

Advanced High School Diploma With Honors -

American School of Correspondence