Meticulous Charter Coordinator with 24 years of experience in customer service. Successful at invoicing and maintaining focus after long hours of administrative functions. Talented at long-term scheduling and crew management.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Work History
Yacht Specialist
Anchor Yacht Charters, INC.
I am meticulous in answering the phones with a warm greeting and assisting the client in all their needs for a yacht charter
I also manage captains and crews work prior to a charter
I am diligent in timing and in overseeing every detail
My clients needs are always met and my job is to make sure it goes perfect so they have a stress free yacht cruise
I chartered yachts all around the world with my last charter in Tahiti.
Chief Steward
3 Years 3 Months
M/V Shambala | 06.2019 - 09.2022
Enhanced guest experience by implementing effective standard operating procedures and maintaining quality services.
Spearheaded initiatives aimed at improving employee morale, resulting in improved staff retention rates over time.
Optimized work schedules to ensure adequate staffing during peak periods while minimizing labor costs.
Contributed to the establishment''s positive reputation by consistently exceeding guest expectations for service delivery.
Stewardess
5 Years
M/V Endeavor | 01.2005 - 01.2010
Enhanced passenger experience by providing exceptional customer service and attending to individual needs.
Earned recognition from management for consistently demonstrating outstanding teamwork, professionalism, and commitment to customer satisfaction.
Handled challenging situations calmly, resolving conflicts between passengers or addressing concerns promptly.
Managed inventory of onboard supplies, tracking usage patterns to minimize waste and optimize restocking procedures.
Charter Coordinator
10 Years
AMERICAN YACHT CHARTERS | 01.2000 - 01.2010
I worked with the client directly and made sure all their needs were in place
Making a schedule and executing it on the day of
Assistant to President
10 Years
ENDEAVOR CHARTERS | 01.2000 - 01.2010
Answering phones, making schedules, hiring crew and taking messages for the President
I also managed his accounting, made coffee, ordered the lunches for the office and I ensured all his needs were taken care of including picking up dry cleaning.
First Mate
11 Months
M/V Mojo | 04.2001 - 03.2002
Addressed guest needs, questions, or concerns to create optimum experience onboard.
Used online catalogs and local merchants to order parts and materials for vessel.
Handled lines to moor vessels to wharfs, tie up vessels to other vessels and rig towing lines.
Increased operational efficiency by regularly reviewing procedures for potential improvements or updates needed based on industry best practices or regulatory requirements.
Education
Sinclair Community College | 12.1997
Skills
Answering phones
Managing people
Dealing with high-end clients
Reconciling books in QuickBooks
Making sure needs are met
Customer Relations
Expert Problem Solving
Management collaboration
Emergency Response
Self Motivation
Time Management
Problem-Solving
Multitasking
Organizational Skills
References
Tanya Selle, Anchor Yacht Charters, INC., (949) 394-7854