Customer-focused professional with successful 35+-year career in service industry. Ability to handle multiple of tasks and situations with a positive attitude. Hardworking, self starter wanting to make a difference.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Onsite Manager
Primrose Inn
02.2023 - 07.2023
Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
Cultivated positive rapport with 5 fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
Monitored and maintained 28 residents leases, collected monthly rent, addressed any needs or concerns of residents, built rapport to ensure all residents satisfaction, while keeping R.V. spots at 100% occupancy.
Maintained grounds of entire property including courtyard that is rented out for events. (mowing, weeding, tree trimming, irrigation etc.)
Coordinated and monitored 5 events in courtyard, including 2 wedding rehearsal dinners and family reunion, ensuring guests safety and satisfaction.
Read 8 electric meters monthly, calculated and billed residents accordingly.
Maintained 4 seperate septics tanks monthly on property.
Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
Front Desk Manager
El Rancho Boulder Motel
06.2021 - 02.2023
Trained new staff on correct procedures, compliance requirements, and performance strategies.
Controlled cash and credit card payment transactions at front desk to successfully reduce errors.
Responded to telephone, email and in-person inquiries regarding reservations, hotel information and guest concerns.
Greeted guests at front desk and engaged in pleasant conversations while managing check-in process.
Kept accounts in balance and ran daily reports to verify totals.
Resolved guest complaints by addressing issues with rooms promptly.
Oversaw front desk operations with eye for hotel reputation, staff productivity, and operational efficiency.
Resolved guest issues with rooms or reservations with knowledgeable and friendly service.
Contacted housekeeping staff and maintenance department to resolve issues with guest rooms.
Handled tasks and responsibilities for front office employees during periods of understaffing.
Entered 10+ employees hours bi weekly for payroll.
Maintained inventory of all linens and housekeeping supplies.
Prepared weekly employee work schedules to meet operational needs.
Maintained transaction security by verifying payment cards against identification
Concierge
Concierge Of Lake Las Vegas
01.2012 - 06.2021
Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
Addressed customer inquiries with timely and professional responses via phone, email and in-person interactions.
Monitored 12+ vacant residences weekly to ensure it is secure, that there is no maintenance issues (such as leaking faucets, running toilets etc.) collecting mail and forwarding if requested.,
Prepared for client arrival by fulfilling requests such as, stocking refrigerator, changing linens on beds, general housekeeping, or airport pick up.
Granted access to repairmen, or weekly maintenance (such as landscaper or pool technician).
Assisted realtors with preparations for open house, ensuring interior and exterior of home shows well and is esthetically pleasing.
Maintained high level of professionalism and discretion when dealing with guests.
Licensed Hairstylist
Self-employed
02.1987 - 02.2017
Completed 1800 hours in cosmetology school and received certification.
Scheduled customer appointments 4-6 weeks in advance and rearranged individual time slots to meet demand.
Trimmed, cut, and shaped hair and hairpieces based on customer preference.
Mixed pigments and used proper techniques to achieve desired color.
Stayed updated on current hair trends and techniques to make customers look fashionable and increase satisfaction.
Determined appropriate hair treatments based on conditions and textures.
Scheduled and provided services for 25+ wedding party's, providing calm, organized atmosphere, while staying on time for event.
Developed loyal following of clients by providing consistency, flexibility, and sense of humor.
Attended dozens hair shows, classes and seminars to stay up-to-date on latest trends.
Built close and lasting friendships with hundreds of clients and fellow cosmetologists.
Educated clients about products and self-maintenance for healthy hair based on needs and preferences
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