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Lily Gleeson

Miami

Summary

Result driven hospitality professional with a background in high end restaurants and nightlife. Experienced in upselling premium products, increasing guest spend, and building strong relationships. Skilled at reading people and guiding purchasing decisions in fast-paced environments. Competitive, goal-oriented, and excited to bring my industry knowledge into a sales role focused on growing accounts and driving results.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Additional Hospitality Experience / Shift Lead

Palushaj Food Group
Washington Twp, MI
11.2024 - 12.2025

Led shift operations, ensuring smooth service and strong team performance in fast-paced environments
Assisted in training and supporting new staff to maintain service and sales standards
Monitored sales performance during shifts and encouraged upselling to increase overall revenue
Resolved customer concerns quickly and professionally to maintain positive guest relationships

Server /Assistant Event Coordinator

Giselle Miami
Miami, FL
12.2022 - 11.2024

Organized meetings with potential clients to explain services
offered and negotiate contracts minimums.
Tracked event sales performance using Tabit, Trippleseat and
analyzed results to identify areas for improvement.
Catered the the needs of hundreds of guests every week and
made sure their experiences are memorable.

Server

Komodo Miami
Miami, FL
11.2021 - 12.2022

Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
Assisted in training new servers.
Ensured that each guest was served courteously, quickly, and
efficiently.
Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the
dining area, restocking supplies.
Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.

Salon Manager

Total Tan and Wellness
Saint Clair Shores, MI
09.2018 - 10.2021

Catered to over 200 clients and up to $4000 in sales daily,
ensured each client left happy and satisfied.
Expanded social media following, increased accounts reach
by over 25%.
Sold over $110,000 worth of tanning products and services in
my first six months as sales rep.
Oversaw salon cleaning and sanitizing protocols, enforcing
industry best practices.
Recruited, hired, and trained tanning consultants.

Education

High School Diploma -

Grosse Pointe North
Grosse Pointe Woods
06-2019

Skills

    Self Motivation
    Fast Paced Environment Adaptability
    Goal Oriented/ Results Driven
    Upselling & Revenue Generation
    Communication & Interpersonal skills
    Client Engagement
    Sales Strategy & Account growth
    Negotiation and Persuasion
    Product knowledge
    Sales development
    Sales training and techniques
    B2B sales and customer service
    Market research
    Problem-solving skills

Certification

ServSafe Certificate

Inventory Management Certificate

Pilates Instructor Certification (In Progress)

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Gaelic
Full Professional

Timeline

Additional Hospitality Experience / Shift Lead

Palushaj Food Group
11.2024 - 12.2025

Server /Assistant Event Coordinator

Giselle Miami
12.2022 - 11.2024

Server

Komodo Miami
11.2021 - 12.2022

Salon Manager

Total Tan and Wellness
09.2018 - 10.2021

High School Diploma -

Grosse Pointe North