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Jeffrey Yasko

Elgin,IL

Summary

Dynamic leader with extensive experience in casino operations and customer service, notably at Grand Victoria Casino. Excelled in VIP handling and relationship development, significantly boosting player loyalty and casino revenue. Demonstrated expertise in gaming regulations and event planning, coupled with a talent for team management and guest relations.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Executive Casino Host

Grand Victoria Casino
03.2023 - Current
  • Developed one-on-one relationships with premium players and provided exceptional guest service to cultivate and maintain VIP relationships.
  • Structured time to visit with supervisors in slots, table games, and food and beverage areas to mitigate problems or issues involving VIP players.
  • Maintained detailed familiarity with high-value players and guests of casino and researched and identified most valuable players and guests in distinctive time frames.
  • Devoted significant time being visible and available on casino floor to meet and greet guests during individual visits and special events.
  • Planned and executed promotions and VIP events, tournaments and other special functions to develop and maintain guest loyalty and incremental visitation.
  • Achieved goals and objectives for phone calls, e-mails and letters mailed to current, inactive and prospective high-end players for increased casino revenue.
  • Increased player loyalty through the development of strong relationships with high-value clients.
  • Continuously expanded knowledge of gaming industry trends, regulations, and best practices to better serve clients.
  • Boosted casino revenue by identifying key players and developing strategies to retain their business.

Players Club Concierge Lead Clerk

Grand Victoria Casino
03.2021 - 03.2023

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  • Follow all confidentiality rules to preserve data quality and reduce chance for information compromise.
  • Assist team members with any escalations they encounter.
  • Run daily reports for Accounting.
  • Process emails from Executive Hosts for adjustments to players free cash play.
  • Issue comps to club members when appropriate.
  • Process voids as needed.
  • Perform all the duties of a concierge in addition to above.

Players Club Concierge

Grand Victoria Casino
06.2018 - 03.2021

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  • Greet clients and provided personalized support to meet unique needs and promote brand loyalty.
  • Sign up new Player Club Members.
  • Assist existing Club members with replacement player's cards.
  • ·Comply with and practice Grand Victoria's guest standards.
  • Assist players in V-lounge.
  • Process necessary hotel and limo reservations for players.
  • Contact internal departments for items needing their attention.

Home Store Assistant Manager

Carson Pirie Scott & Co
03.2017 - 06.2018
  • Checked pricing, scanned items, applied discounts, and printed receipts to ring up customers.
  • Increased store efficiency by maintaining accurate inventory records and restocking merchandise as needed.
  • Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise, and suggested suitable options.
  • Resolved customer complaints professionally, turning negative experiences into positive outcomes.

Education

No Degree - Business Administration

College of DuPage
Glen Ellyn, IL

No Degree - Business Administration

William Rainey Harper College
Palatine, IL

Skills

  • Team management
  • VIP handling
  • Promotions planning
  • Gaming regulations
  • Casino operations
  • Strong leadership
  • Customer service
  • Event planning experience
  • Detail-oriented
  • Customer service expertise
  • Relationship development
  • Guest relations
  • Sales proficiency
  • Marketing knowledge
  • Strong interpersonal skills

Timeline

Executive Casino Host

Grand Victoria Casino
03.2023 - Current

Players Club Concierge Lead Clerk

Grand Victoria Casino
03.2021 - 03.2023

Players Club Concierge

Grand Victoria Casino
06.2018 - 03.2021

Home Store Assistant Manager

Carson Pirie Scott & Co
03.2017 - 06.2018

No Degree - Business Administration

College of DuPage

No Degree - Business Administration

William Rainey Harper College
Jeffrey Yasko