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Marc Taala

Sunnyvale,CA

Summary

Dynamic Assistant Manager with a proven track record at Andronicos Market, excelling in customer service and team leadership. Enhanced customer satisfaction through effective problem-solving and staff training, while optimizing inventory management to reduce costs. Recognized for fostering a positive work environment and driving sales through strategic merchandising initiatives.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Manager

Andronicos Market
Los Altos, CA
10.2004 - Current
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
  • Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
  • Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
  • Managed inventory levels to minimize stockouts while reducing overhead costs.
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
  • Assisted in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding of new employees to maintain adequate staffing levels.
  • Enforced company policies consistently while handling disciplinary actions when necessary with fairness and respect.
  • Increased sales through effective merchandising strategies and targeted promotions.
  • Scheduled staff shifts to ensure proper coverage during peak shopping hours without exceeding labor budgets.
  • Optimized scheduling to ensure adequate staffing during peak hours, improving service efficiency.

Manager on Duty

Pacific Hotels
Los Gatos, CA
05.2005 - 09.2008

Overseeing the daily operations on sister hotels with the managers absence, including front desk, housekeeping, food and beverage, and maintenance, to ensure they are running efficiently and effectively.

Supervising and directing staff, addressing any concerns, and ensuring they are performing their duties effectively.

Addressing guest complaints, resolving issues, and making decisions on the spot to ensure guest satisfaction and a positive hotel

Assisting with monitoring budgets, expenses, and revenue streams to ensure financial goals are met.

Ensuring adequate supplies and managing inventory to prevent shortages or surpluses.

Ensuring all departments are adequately staffed managing schedules and resolving any scheduling conflicts.

Assisting with staff training and induction.

Compiling reports, payroll and rosters

Night Auditor

Pacific Hotels
Los Gatos, CA
08.2003 - 05.2005
  • Completed night audit for guest ledgers to close bank and cash registers, reconciling issues quickly, and marking discrepancies.
  • Oversaw night auditing of daily room occupancy and hotel revenue.
  • Controlled cash and credit card payment transactions at front desk to successfully reduce errors.
  • Kept accounts in balance and ran daily reports to verify totals.
  • Maintained accurate financial records by diligently balancing daily revenue reports and identifying discrepancies.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in various software systems used for reservation management, billing adjustments, and report generation.

Front Desk Agent

Pacific Hotels
Los Gatos, CA
04.1999 - 08.2003
  • Collected room deposits, fees, and payments.
  • Maintained accurate records of guest information, payments, and reservations using hotel management software systems.
  • Provided exceptional service during high-volume periods or challenging situations, ensuring a seamless experience for all guests.
  • Resolved guest issues promptly, resulting in positive feedback and return visits.
  • Took reservations over phone, in person, and via computer for guests and provided confirmation information.

Education

FAA - License Pilot

West Valley Flying
Palo Alto, CA
12.2004

Meteorology - Aviation

Foothill College
Los Altos, CA
09.1996

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Money handling
  • Team leadership
  • Decision-making
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Customer relations
  • Team motivation
  • Staff training and development
  • Staff supervision
  • Task delegation
  • Goal setting
  • Staff management
  • Employee scheduling
  • Operations management
  • Customer rapport
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Workplace safety compliance
  • Coaching and mentoring

Timeline

Manager on Duty

Pacific Hotels
05.2005 - 09.2008

Assistant Manager

Andronicos Market
10.2004 - Current

Night Auditor

Pacific Hotels
08.2003 - 05.2005

Front Desk Agent

Pacific Hotels
04.1999 - 08.2003

FAA - License Pilot

West Valley Flying

Meteorology - Aviation

Foothill College
Marc Taala