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Maria Pirowski

Hammond,IN

Summary

Retail Customer Service Cashier with over 10 years of experience in retail and 5 years in customer service. Demonstrates exceptional ability to manage multiple tasks while delivering outstanding customer experiences. Known for high energy, strong interpersonal skills, and meticulous attention to detail.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Front Desk Agent

Holiday Express And Suites
Schererville, IN
10.2023 - Current
  • Managed front desk operations, ensuring seamless guest check-in and check-out processes.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
  • Coordinated with housekeeping and maintenance to ensure guest satisfaction and timely room availability.
  • Trained new staff on front desk procedures, enhancing team performance and service quality.
  • Implemented efficient scheduling systems for reservations, improving operational workflow.
  • Developed strong relationships with guests, fostering loyalty through personalized service experiences.
  • Collected room deposits, fees, and payments.
  • Maintained accurate records of guest information, payments, and reservations using hotel management software systems.

Reception Service BDC

Garber Chevrolet Highland
Highland, IN
02.2023 - 10.2023

As receptionist in service dept, I answered and directed calls. As well as take messages and give status updates on vehicles in service department. My duties also included reaching out to customers by phone and booked service appointments. I also collect payments for services completed on vehicles.

Front Desk Receptionist

Holiday Inn Express
Lansing, IL
02.2018 - 09.2018
  • Transmitted information or documents to customers, using computer, mail, or facsimile machine.
  • Signed for packages that came to the organization and distributed them to the appropriate personnel.
  • Greeted all guests in a courteous and professional manner.
  • Processed guest payments for room charges, food and beverage charges and phone charges.
  • Vacuumed, dusted, and polished furniture in the common areas including hallways and waiting areas at elevators.
  • Delivered requested items to guests' rooms.
  • Followed company regulations and rules promoting a safe environment for both travelers and employees.
  • Monitored room availability.
  • Enforced lost and found procedures whenever missing items were located.
  • Ensured that guest complaints were handled in the most effective manner possible and that complimentary services were offered for hardship cases.

Customer Service Lead

Cabela's
Hammond, Indiana
11.2011 - 02.2018
  • Cash handling,
  • Strong communication skills
  • customer service,
  • Customer assistance
  • Answered customers' questions and addressed problems and complaints in person and via phone.
  • Opened and closed the store, which included counting cash drawers and making bank deposits.
  • Helped customers select products that best fit their personal needs.
  • Educated customers on product and service offerings.
  • Collaborated with customer service team members to give exceptional service throughout the entire shopping and purchasing experience.
  • Processed all sales transactions accurately and in a timely fashion.
  • Verified and honored sales prices and arranged for carry-outs to customer vehicles.
  • Processed shipments and maintained organized stock shelves.

Education

GED -

Olive Harvey College
Chicago, IL
2003

Skills

  • Cash handling,
  • Strong communication skills
  • Customer service,
  • Customer assistance
  • Transaction reconciliations
  • Product recommendations
  • POS expertise
  • Loss prevention
  • Flexible Schedule
  • Call routing

Timeline

Front Desk Agent

Holiday Express And Suites
10.2023 - Current

Reception Service BDC

Garber Chevrolet Highland
02.2023 - 10.2023

Front Desk Receptionist

Holiday Inn Express
02.2018 - 09.2018

Customer Service Lead

Cabela's
11.2011 - 02.2018

GED -

Olive Harvey College
Maria Pirowski