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Liselis Abreu

Bronx,USA

Summary

Highly accomplished and strategic Office Manager with over a decade of experience driving business growth, optimizing operations, and delivering exceptional customer experiences. Proven expertise in administration, sales, marketing, and event management, with a strong track record of success in leadership, communication, and problem-solving. Fluent in Spanish and English, with proficiency in advanced software systems.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Administrative Office Manager/ Event Coordinator

Chocobar Cortes NY, LLC
12.2021 - 02.2025
  • Implemented and managed POS System, Accounting System R365, and Delivery Applications to streamline restaurant operations
  • Maintained accounts payable system
  • Analyzed weekly financials reports to management
  • Supervised FOH and BOH
  • Conducted physical inventory
  • Created staff schedules to ensure optimal staffing levels
  • Oversaw daily bank activity
  • Monitory food and beverage cost
  • Reviewed /adjusted budgets, actuals, and forecasts
  • Ensured efficient labor utilization, reducing cost and improving efficiency
  • Coordinated and executed private events, caterings, parties, and functions for up to 800 guests
  • Customized event menus, beverages, and décor to meet their specific needs and preferences

Office Coordinator / Supervisor

The Mercer Hotel
05.2019 - 03.2020
  • Coordinated, planned, and executed VIP accommodations between internal departments
  • Conducted daily meetings concerning team agenda
  • Implemented room status protocols resulting in efficient communication between departments
  • Provided daily reports and drafted team memos on guest services
  • Trained and evaluated team members
  • Created and supervised tasks for the rooms division
  • Resolved guest inquiries or complaints

Concierge/ Client Dining Coordinator

Barclays Bank
02.2016 - 05.2019
  • Coordinated all bank concierge activities
  • Liaison between business client and upper management
  • Prioritized emails, booked conference rooms for senior management/ investors and special events
  • Ensured reservation details are thorough using predetermined questions and booking programs
  • Worked with AV, facilities and catering departments for room bookings
  • Maintained continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs
  • Trained new hires, scheduled employees

Restaurant Manager

Sofrito on the Hudson
05.2016 - 05.2017
  • Coordinated and managed the entire operation of the restaurant by scheduling shifts
  • Oversee employee work in front and back of the house to ensure compliance with company policies, regulations and food safety guidelines
  • Maintained the cleanliness and sanitation standard of the restaurant by routine checkup of the cleaning done by facilities staff
  • Trained and motivated new staff
  • Ensured customer satisfaction
  • Coordinated event logistics
  • Liaison between customers, staff, Park Directors and Sergeants of the park
  • Maximized tables turnover to generate higher revenues

VIP Lounge Operations

Etihad Airways
08.2015 - 01.2016
  • Greeted guests immediately upon entry into the VIP lounge
  • Liaison between internal teams and guests to ensure relevant information are communicated to guests
  • Anticipated customer needs efficiently and quickly via great observation and keeping a vigilant eye
  • Received and addressed feedback / complaints to ensure they are timely and properly managed

Assistant Manager

LQ Night Club
09.2011 - 06.2015
  • Managed all night club operations
  • Maintained all accounting, cash, bar/food/inventory cost, payroll, and administrative controls
  • Coordinated event logistics
  • Trained and motivated waitresses for effective customer service
  • Ensured that all necessary arrangements are done promptly on time before opening the club to customers
  • Assigned duties and responsibilities to staff on shift and evaluated their performance

Sales Representative

SDI Phone Cards Distributors
03.2010 - 03.2012
  • Increased margin percentage through mix of products sold
  • Increased monthly retail sales from $50,000 to $150,000
  • Act as a liaison contact between customers, vendors and the company
  • Supervised the collection of daily cash
  • Educated and assisted customers with different products

Branch Manager- Accounting Assistant

STX Distributors
09.2005 - 02.2010
  • Directed and managed the company wholesale operations
  • Supervised cash collection and customer payment processing, managing annual revenues of $60 million
  • Ensured we had the right inventory levels at all the times
  • Coded and posted records of accounts payable and accounts receivable
  • Maintained records of batches and phone cards activations and deactivations

Education

BBA - Hospitality Administration And Management

DeVry University
New York, NY
06-2018

Skills

  • Scheduling and calendar management
  • Meeting coordination
  • Documentation and control
  • Contract negotiations
  • Event coordination
  • Budgeting and finance

Certification

TIPS and ServSafe Certificate

In Progress

Financial Markets , Yale University

Timeline

Administrative Office Manager/ Event Coordinator

Chocobar Cortes NY, LLC
12.2021 - 02.2025

Office Coordinator / Supervisor

The Mercer Hotel
05.2019 - 03.2020

Restaurant Manager

Sofrito on the Hudson
05.2016 - 05.2017

Concierge/ Client Dining Coordinator

Barclays Bank
02.2016 - 05.2019

VIP Lounge Operations

Etihad Airways
08.2015 - 01.2016

Assistant Manager

LQ Night Club
09.2011 - 06.2015

Sales Representative

SDI Phone Cards Distributors
03.2010 - 03.2012

Branch Manager- Accounting Assistant

STX Distributors
09.2005 - 02.2010

BBA - Hospitality Administration And Management

DeVry University
Liselis Abreu