Jennifer Van dyke
Sales
Cottonwood,AZ
Summary
Dynamic leader and exceptional communicator with a proven track record in enhancing customer satisfaction and driving sales growth. At Holiday Inn Express Hotel, leveraged customer service excellence and sales strategy development to significantly improve client relations and performance metrics. Skilled in data entry and relationship building, adept at fostering client loyalty and exceeding sales targets.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Cashier and Service Desk
Fry's Food And Drug
06.2024 - Current
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
- Handled multiple payment methods securely, minimizing discrepancies and potential losses.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
Sales Coordinator
Holiday Inn Express Hotel
08.2022 - 04.2024
- Greeted guests at front desk and engaged in pleasant conversations while managing check-in process.
- Maintained organized and clean front office area to create professional and welcoming environment for visitors and employees.
- Scheduled, coordinated and confirmed appointments and meetings.
- Delivered outstanding first impressions by warmly greeting visitors upon arrival at the front desk.
- Managed high-volume phone calls, directing inquiries to appropriate personnel for prompt resolution.
- Answered multi-line phone system and transferred callers to appropriate department or staff member.
- Collected room deposits, fees, and payments.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and professional front desk services.
- Scheduled appointments accurately using reservation software, reducing conflicts or doublebookings.
- Supported administrative tasks such as filing, data entry, and document preparation for more efficient office workflow.
- Handled sensitive customer information with confidentiality, adhering to company privacy guidelines.
- Developed strong working relationships with team members, fostering a positive work environment.
- Completed data entry and filing to keep records updated for easy retrieval.
- Expedited check-in and check-out procedures for guests, ensuring seamless experiences during their visits.
- Resolved customer issues quickly and notified supervisor immediately when problems escalated.
- Completed all tasks in compliance with company policies and procedures.
Sales Agent
Hampton Inn Suites
04.2020 - 06.2022
- Developed strong relationships with clients through excellent customer service and regular followups.
- Assisted call-in customers with questions and orders.
- Increased sales and customer satisfaction through personalized servicing.
- Offered each customer top-notch, personal service to boost sales and customer satisfaction.
- Managed a high volume of inbound inquiries through phone calls and emails, providing prompt responses and accurate information on availability and pricing options.
- Maintained accurate records of bookings, ensuring timely invoicing and payment tracking for financial accuracy.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, securing cost-effective services while maintaining quality standards.
- Established performance metrics for tracking the success of bookings coordinator initiatives, regularly reviewing progress against these benchmarks and implementing improvements as needed.
Supervisor
Rite Aid
09.2018 - 10.2019
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
- Resolved conflicts among team members promptly, maintaining a harmonious working environment conducive to productivity.
- Demonstrated commitment to the organization''s core values, leading by example and fostering a culture of excellence.
Server
Shari’s Cafe and Pie
10.2016 - 03.2019
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs and providing personalized service.
- Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable guest experience.
- Provided attentive service during high-volume periods without sacrificing attention to detail or guest rapport.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Addressed customer complaints or concerns professionally, ensuring swift resolution and maintaining positive relationships.
- Assisted in training new hires, providing guidance on restaurant standards and best practices.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
Server
Carrows
02.2013 - 04.2016
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs and providing personalized service.
- Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable guest experience.
- Provided attentive service during high-volume periods without sacrificing attention to detail or guest rapport.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Addressed customer complaints or concerns professionally, ensuring swift resolution and maintaining positive relationships.
- Assisted in training new hires, providing guidance on restaurant standards and best practices.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
Caregiver
IHSS Adult Services Program
05.2005 - 07.2010
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
Education
General Education -
Copper Mountain Community College
Joshua Tree, CASkills
- Customer Communication
- Data Entry
- Goals and performance
- Strong enthusiasm
- Exceptional leader
- Sales Reporting
- Sales strategy development
- Goal-oriented mindset
- Effective negotiation
- Recordkeeping
- Issue Resolution
- Sales Strategies
- Upselling strategies
- Safety Protocols
- Customer Service
- Customer Relations
- Relationship Building
- Customer Success Management
- Client Service
- Sales Presentations
Timeline
Cashier and Service Desk
Fry's Food And Drug
06.2024 - Current
Sales Coordinator
Holiday Inn Express Hotel
08.2022 - 04.2024
Sales Agent
Hampton Inn Suites
04.2020 - 06.2022
Supervisor
Rite Aid
09.2018 - 10.2019
Server
Shari’s Cafe and Pie
10.2016 - 03.2019
Server
Carrows
02.2013 - 04.2016
Caregiver
IHSS Adult Services Program
05.2005 - 07.2010
General Education -
Copper Mountain Community College