Lynsey Barham

Grass Valley

Summary

I have done housekeeping for well over 10 years. I work great alone as well with others. I am very meticulous with my work and ensure everyone is satisfied with their rooms and stay. Great communication skills with staff and maintenance crew. Great leader but also follow directions well.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Massage Therapist

Self

10.2023 - Current

Provided safe, effective, and appropriate massage therapy techniques during customer appointments.
Increased client satisfaction by providing exceptional service and maintaining a clean, comfortable environment.
Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients through professional communication and follow-up to increase satisfactions and build rapport.
Enhanced client relaxation by utilizing a variety of massage techniques tailored to individual needs.
Built strong rapport with clients, fostering trust and open communication for effective therapy sessions.

Yoga and Pranayama Instructor

Sivinanda Ashram/ Self

11.2022 - Current

Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
Boosted student performance by providing individualized support and targeted feedback.
Initiated new learning methods, eliminating instructional gaps and improving comprehension.
Promoted classroom safety, collaboration, and best practices.
Increased student motivation by developing engaging lesson plans that catered to various learning styles.
Observed and adopted new techniques from skilled instructors and lecturers.
Mentored new teachers, sharing valuable insights and strategies for classroom success.
Advocated for inclusion of mental health education in curriculum, supporting student well-being.

Head Housekeeper

Sivananda Ashram Yoga Farm

06.2022 - 10.2024

Handled emergency situations calmly and efficiently while prioritizing guest safety at all times.
Placed orders for housekeeping supplies and guest toiletries.
Trained new housekeeping staff, ensuring adherence to high standards of cleanliness and professional conduct.
Streamlined housekeeping processes for increased efficiency and reduced labor costs.
Conducted regular inspections of rooms and common areas to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
Trained and mentored all new personnel to maximize quality of service and performance.
Communicated repair needs to maintenance staff.
Maintained detailed records of maintenance needs and repairs, liaising with maintenance department for timely completion.
Worked with front desk to respond promptly to all guest requests.
Developed effective inventory management systems for linens, cleaning supplies, and guest amenities.
Evaluated employee performance and developed improvement plans.
Created a welcoming atmosphere with attention to detail in room preparation and presentation.
Assigned housekeeping staff to specific shifts and room blocks based on abilities and daily requirements.
Collaborated with front desk personnel to address guest concerns promptly and courteously.
Improved overall guest satisfaction by maintaining impeccable cleanliness and organization of all hotel areas.
Implemented eco-friendly practices to reduce waste and promote sustainability within the hotel.
Managed laundry sorting, washing, drying, and ironing.
Coordinated special event preparations, ensuring seamless execution of setup, service, and cleanup tasks.
Disposed of trash and recyclables each day to avoid waste buildup.
Managed scheduling of housekeeping staff, minimizing overtime expenses while maintaining quality service levels.
Removed bed sheets and towels from rooms and pre-treated stains to maintain and restore linen condition.
Eliminated germs and minimized infection risk with expert bathroom and kitchen cleanings.

Education

No Degree -

Buyer Highschool

Modesto, CA

Skills

Workload prioritization
Housekeeping
Employee motivation
Task delegation
Strong leadership
Customer service
Cleaning and sanitation
Customer service-focused
Vacuuming and sweeping
Folding clean laundry
Health and safety compliance
Sorting and washing laundry

Ordering cleaning supplies
Staff scheduling
Maintenance coordination
Supply inventory management
Laundry operations
Room inspection
Time management
Multitasking Abilities
Reliability
Customer satisfaction
Organizational skills

Timeline