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Kyla Gibson

Stockbridge,Ga

Summary

Efficient administrative assistant with 3 years of experience answering high-volume calls and in-person inquiries. Diligent, respectful attitude to dealing with clients and colleagues. Flexible and hardworking approach to streamlining internal processes. I am familiar with security, service and clerical standards. I can take on multiple simultaneous tasks with excellent time management abilities and a resourceful approach. Simply offering aptitude for data entry and oversight and proficiency in use of Microsoft. I'm a friendly and dependable professional seeking position with reputable organization.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Hostess

Intercontinental Hotels Group
Atlanta, GA
05.2022 - Current
  • Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions and informed of accurate wait times.
  • Answered customer questions about hours, seating and menu information.
  • Assigned patrons to tables suitable for needs and restaurant section rotation.
  • Supported servers, food runners and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.
  • Cultivated positive guest relations by managing information and orchestrating speedy seating.
  • Documented reservations, alerted servers and managers of large groups and prepared seating.
  • Assisted managers with quickly resolving service- and food-related issues.
  • Supervised server balance and monitored table turnover to accurately seat customers.
  • Applied comprehensive knowledge of wine, cider and beer to increase daily beverage sales.

Barista

Target
McDonough, GA
05.2021 - 11.2021
  • Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
  • Created wide variety of hot and cold drinks in average shifts with consistently positive customer satisfaction scores.
  • Cleaned counters, machines, utensils and seating areas daily.
  • Controlled line and crowd with quick, efficient service.
  • Maintained and operated espresso machines, blenders, commercial coffee brewers, coffee pots and other equipment.
  • Recommended products based on solid understanding of individual customer needs and preferences.
  • Maintained supply levels in counter and customer areas to meet typical demands.
  • Trained new team members with positive reinforcement and respectful, encouraging coaching.
  • Elevated customer loyalty by using strong communication abilities to resolve customer problems.

Sales Associate

CVS Pharmacy
Las Vegas, NV
08.2020 - 01.2021
  • Demonstrated compassion and care in all interactions and actively identifying and resolving potential service issues.
  • Accurately performed cashier duties, such as handling cash, checks, and credit card transactions.
  • Assisted pharmacy personnel when needed.
  • Arranged new merchandise with signage and appealing displays to encourage customer sales and move overstock items.
  • Maintained knowledge of current promotions, exchange guidelines, payment policies and security practices.
  • Assisted customers by finding needed personal items and checking inventory for items at other locations.
  • Collaborated with fellow sales team members to achieve group targets, frequently exceeding quotas 75% or more.
  • Kept apprised of emerging trends and provided informative customer service to assist in product selection.
  • Built and maintained effective relationships with peers and upper management to drive team success toward common sales, service and operational goals.
  • Answered incoming telephone calls to provide information about products, services, store hours, policies and promotions.

Receptionist

Above All Tutoring & Mentoring Inc
Stockbridge, Ga
03.2019 - 06.2020
  • Greeted visitors, assessed needs and directed to appropriate personnel.
  • Answered and directed incoming calls using multi-line telephone system.
  • Sorted incoming mail and directed to correct personnel each day.
  • Organized and updated weekly schedules and monthly calendar obligations for various levels of management and staff.
  • Delivered administrative support to team members, including making copies, sending faxes, organizing documents and rearranging schedules.
  • Entered data in Square Inc. & TeamUp software to keep records of clientele information.
  • Screened and verified visitors for identification credentials and purpose of visit to maintain security of personnel and office environment.
  • Processed payments and updated accounts to reflect balance changes.
  • Maintained cleanliness within the center including break room, bathroom, each tutoring space and the receptionist desk.
  • Prepared, compiled and filed documents as well as reports presented to various parties.
  • Scheduled and confirmed appointments.
  • Maintained all financial records to verify timely clearance of all credit and debit activities.

Assistant Teacher

Chi Montessori Academy
Atlanta, Ga
10.2019 - 03.2020
  • Led instruction for small groups of children aged 1 to 3.
  • Assembled instructional materials for children's projects and play-time.
  • Maintained safe, educational environment for students during learning and free play time.
  • Created colorful, attractive displays for bulletin boards and hallways.
  • Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
  • Monitored students in class, hallways and cafeteria to supervise, enforce rules and support lead teacher.
  • Collaborated with teacher to devise and implement developmentally appropriate lessons aligning with school's philosophy and mission.
  • Prepared their lunches based on dietary restrictions.
  • Assisted teachers with lesson preparation and curriculum implementation.
  • Supervised children and participated with children in activities.
  • Kept students safe inside and outside classrooms by proactively monitoring behaviors and tracking student movements, safety hazards and visitors.

Sales Associate

Ashley Stewart
Atlanta, Ga
01.2019 - 05.2019
  • Encouraged customers to feel beautiful and comfortable with what they chose.
  • Took payments at a cash register.
  • Made sure all registers were accounted for and secured building each night before closing.
  • Designed new layouts for new promotional clothing.
  • Arranged new merchandise with signage and appealing displays to encourage customer sales and move overstock items.
  • Maintained knowledge of current promotions, exchange guidelines, payment policies and security practices.
  • Assisted customers by finding needed clothing items and checking inventory for items at other locations.
  • Kept apprised of emerging trends and provided informative customer service to assist in product selection.
  • Answered incoming telephone calls to provide information about products, services, store hours, policies and promotions.
  • Retained product, service and company policy knowledge to serve as resource for both coworkers and customers.

Team Member

Scoop Deville
Philadelphia, Pa
10.2018 - 12.2018
  • Provided excellent customer service skills in a fast paced environment.
  • Took payments from customers over the phone/in store using Square Inc.
  • Checked inventory daily to keep track of what needed to be ordered each week.
  • Built and maintained effective working relationships with peers and upper management.
  • Assisted newly hired team members by explaining company procedures and safety requirements and delivered positive feedback upon job task completion.
  • Upheld high standards of productivity and quality in all areas of operations.
  • Maintained excellent levels of workplace cleanliness around equipment to enhance safety and productivity.
  • Worked hard to learn all required tasks quickly and maximize performance.

Office Assistant

The University of the Arts
Philadelphia, PA
10.2017 - 05.2018
  • Booked appointments through the university’s booking.
  • Drafted meeting agendas, supplied advance materials and executed follow-up for meetings and team conferences.
  • Tracked office stock and maintained inventory in neat and organized fashion.
  • Improved productivity initiatives, managing office support tasks and coordinating itinerary and scheduling appointments.
  • Updated financial, customer and business records with accurate information each day, preventing data loss and keeping files current.
  • Organized files, developed spreadsheets, faxed reports and scanned documents to bolster organizational workflow.
  • Dispersed incoming mail to correct recipients throughout office.
  • Posted open positions on company and social media websites.
  • Greeted visitors or callers daily to handle inquiries or direct to appropriate persons.
  • Maintained inventory in administrative building supply closet to prevent shortages of supplies.
  • Collected payments, issued receipts and updated accounts to reflect new balances.
  • Answered approximately 40 phone calls daily and pleasantly welcomed visitors to office.
  • Oversaw workforce management and staff scheduling to keep office operations smooth and efficient.
  • Offered diverse clerical support to office team members, including managing correspondence, answering telephone calls and tracking documentation.

Dance Teacher

Eagles Landing Dance Center
Stockbridge, Ga
06.2017 - 07.2017
  • Taught Ballet, Jazz, Tap and Hip Hop classes.
  • Maintained all class records, including attendance, fees and rehearsal schedules.
  • Delivered individual instruction to students.
  • Upheld all studio guidelines and legal requirements.
  • Planned choreography for group performances and recitals.
  • Collaborated in team-based environment to uphold instruction quality and continuity of service to all clients.
  • Prepared and delivered carefully-crafted lessons to introduce students to proper dance techniques and positions while building ballet knowledge.
  • Kept classrooms tidy and clean for classes.
  • Interacted effectively by email, phone and in person with students, parents and staff members.

Education

Associate of Applied Arts - Dance

The University of The Arts
Philadelphia, PA
05.2019

High school diploma -

Woodland High School
2017

Skills

  • Customer service skills
  • Tutoring
  • Merchandising knowledge
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Outgoing personality
  • POS system operation
  • Client account management
  • Reliable and punctual
  • Money handling
  • Reading comprehension skills
  • Listening skills
  • Documentation and recordkeeping
  • Cash register operation
  • Organization and efficiency
  • Multi-line telephone skills
  • Recordkeeping and bookkeeping
  • Data entry
  • Tech-savvy
  • PC proficient
  • Professional and polished presentation
  • Flexible
  • Mail management
  • Dedicated team player
  • Time management
  • Proofreading
  • Strong problem solver
  • Microsoft Office
  • Multi-Line Telephone Systems
  • Front of House Management
  • Guest Experience Management
  • Reservation Management
  • Document Management and Storage
  • Word Processing
  • Data Compilation
  • Efficient Data Entry

Languages

Spanish
Limited Working

Timeline

Hostess

Intercontinental Hotels Group
05.2022 - Current

Barista

Target
05.2021 - 11.2021

Sales Associate

CVS Pharmacy
08.2020 - 01.2021

Assistant Teacher

Chi Montessori Academy
10.2019 - 03.2020

Receptionist

Above All Tutoring & Mentoring Inc
03.2019 - 06.2020

Sales Associate

Ashley Stewart
01.2019 - 05.2019

Team Member

Scoop Deville
10.2018 - 12.2018

Office Assistant

The University of the Arts
10.2017 - 05.2018

Dance Teacher

Eagles Landing Dance Center
06.2017 - 07.2017

Associate of Applied Arts - Dance

The University of The Arts

High school diploma -

Woodland High School
Kyla Gibson