Skilled Front Desk Supervisor successful at solving a range of daily issues with an efficient and professional attitude. Demonstrated adapting to changing demands and learn new information quickly. Skilled in training and managing personnel and providing excellent shift coverage to meet guest needs. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Front Desk Manager
Restaurant Depot
Albuquerque, NM
02.2024 - 05.2024
Developed systems for tracking customer preferences to improve customer satisfaction ratings.
Created marketing strategies to increase brand awareness within the local community.
Managed reservations by answering calls, responding to emails and booking accommodations.
Provided excellent customer service by addressing guest inquiries promptly and professionally.
Promoted loyalty programs to encourage repeat business from customers.
Performed cashier duties such as taking payments, balancing accounts, handling refunds and resolving any discrepancies that arose.
Ensured the front desk area was clean and presentable at all times.
Front Desk Receptionist
Quality Inn
Albuquerque, NM
10.2023 - 03.2024
Maintained an organized reception area and ensured that all guests were attended to promptly.
Processed payments from customers using a variety of payment methods including credit cards, checks and money orders.
Provided excellent customer service by responding quickly to inquiries via phone or email in a professional manner.
Assisted with preparing reports, presentations and other documents as requested by management staff.
Answered incoming calls, directed them to appropriate personnel and took messages.
Greeted customers warmly and made them feel welcome.
Handled sensitive information in a confidential manner.
Responded to customer inquiries via phone, email, and in person.
Resolved any customer complaints or issues in a timely fashion following established protocols.
Managed incoming and outgoing mail, courier services, faxes and other correspondence.
Handled cash transactions accurately, balancing the register at the end of each shift.
Prepared daily shift close reports and balanced cash register to accurately reflect transactions.
Signed for packages, recorded deliveries and distributed to personnel.
Responded to inquiries and room requests made online, by phone, and via email.
Maintained a clean and organized reception area to uphold company image.
Input customer data into reservation systems and updated to reflect room changes.
Greeted visitors to provide information and direct to appropriate personnel.
Front Desk Receptionist
Super 8 Hotel
Albuquerque, NM
05.2023 - 10.2023
Maintained an organized reception area and ensured that all guests were attended to promptly.
Processed payments from customers using a variety of payment methods including credit cards, checks and money orders.
Provided excellent customer service by responding quickly to inquiries via phone or email in a professional manner.
Assisted with preparing reports, presentations and other documents as requested by management staff.
Answered incoming calls, directed them to appropriate personnel and took messages.
Greeted customers warmly and made them feel welcome.
Handled sensitive information in a confidential manner.
Responded to customer inquiries via phone, email, and in person.
Resolved any customer complaints or issues in a timely fashion following established protocols.
Investigated and analyzed client complaints to identify and resolve issues.
Operated telephone switchboard to answer, screen and forward calls to appropriate personnel.
Maintained business office inventory and equipment by checking stock for needed supplies.
Answered multi-line telephone with polite tone of voice to provide general information and answer inquiries.
Greeted customers, answered general questions and directed to appropriate locations.
Showed off dining areas, pool, spa, and fitness center to prospective and current guests.
Greeted visitors warmly and directed them to correct personnel or office.
General Manager
Days Inn Hotel
Albuquerque, NM
01.2020 - 04.2023
Established and maintained effective communication with staff members to ensure efficient operations.
Developed and implemented operational strategies to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and maximize customer satisfaction.
Monitored financial performance and identified areas for improvement in cost savings and revenue generation.
Performed routine audits of internal controls in order to maintain accuracy of financial records.
Assisted in the recruitment process by interviewing potential candidates for open positions.
Maintained relationships with vendors to obtain the best pricing on supplies and materials.
Conducted market research to identify trends, opportunities, and threats in the industry.
Ensured compliance with local health department regulations regarding food safety standards.
Implemented employee recognition programs to motivate staff members towards achieving organizational goals.
Coordinated training activities for employees to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
Managed all aspects of daily business operations including budgeting, staffing, scheduling, inventory control, customer service and sales.
Provided guidance and support to subordinate managers in order to foster an atmosphere of cooperation throughout the organization.
Conducted regular meetings with senior management team to review progress against established objectives.
Developed marketing strategies designed to increase brand awareness within target markets.
Ensured compliance with applicable laws, regulations and industry standards pertaining to operations management.
Resolved customer complaints quickly while maintaining high quality standards of service delivery.
Prepared detailed reports for senior leadership outlining key performance metrics related to operational success.
Created a positive work environment by developing team building activities that encouraged collaboration among departments.
Built and maintained loyal, long-term customer relationships through effective account management.
Administered employee discipline through verbal and written warnings.
Trained employees on duties, policies and procedures.
Maximized time and employee productivity, consolidating data, payroll and accounting programs into centralized systems.
Supervised employees through planning, assignments, and direction.
Created schedules and monitored payroll to remain within budget.
Managed inventory levels and conducted corrective action planning to minimize long-term costs.
Recruited, trained and empowered employees to achieve key performance indicators.
Developed service and sales strategies to improve retention and revenue.
Delivered exceptional client experiences through hands-on leadership of associates and managers.
Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
Created effective business plans to focus strategic decisions on long-term objectives.
Coordinated and directed activities of businesses or departments concerning production, pricing and sales.
Used strong issue resolution and communication skills to cultivate and strengthen lasting client relationships.
Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.
Implemented successful business strategies to increase revenue and target new markets.
Night Auditor
Days Inn Hotel
Albuquerque, NM
08.2019 - 01.2020
Assisted with the preparation of daily bank deposits for all departments within the hotel.
Monitored hotel occupancy, rate availability, and special requests or needs of guests.
Performed nightly audits of all cashiering staff by verifying accuracy of shift paperwork and balancing accounts.
Maintained a secure environment for the protection of guests' property and assets.
Resolved customer issues quickly while maintaining a high level of professionalism.
Performed routine maintenance tasks around the lobby area such as cleaning up spills or debris after hours.
Ensured that all front desk personnel followed established procedures for guest check-in and check-out policies.
Received payments from customers via cash or credit cards.
Prepared detailed audit reports at the end of each shift.
Conducted security checks throughout the night to ensure safety of hotel premises and guests' belongings.
Greeted arriving guests and checked them in to their rooms.
Answered telephone calls from customers related to billing inquiries or complaints.
Responded to customer inquiries regarding hotel services, reservations, directions.
Compiled daily reports on hotel activity such as room occupancy, revenue totals, and other statistics.
Completed end-of-day reconciliations of cash drawers and credit card transactions.
Processed guest check-outs, including payment processing and providing receipts.
Attended mandatory meetings for hotel staff and brought issues to attention of upper management.
Checked auditing discrepancies by reconciling cash drop and credit card transactions.
Assisted guests in locating amenities such as casino, gift shop, restaurants, fitness center, pool, and spa.
Handled night audit paperwork, verification of daily room occupancy and hotel revenue reviews.
Applied mathematical skills to calculate totals, check figures, and correct problems with physical and digital files.
Ran end-of-day computer functions and closed out reports, submitting details to professionals for review.
Audited and balanced cash and credit transactions daily and reset register for next day's operations.
Managed late check-ins and provided information on hotel amenities, including dining establishments, spa hours and room service.
Documented wake-up requests and set up automatic calls in system.
Coordinated with guest services and concierge team to meet guest needs.
Performed balance procedures for hotel accounts and resolved discrepancies.
Generated daily, weekly, and monthly reports to close out day and meet objectives.
Completed nightly updates to hotel rates and individual room charges.
Assessed checklist on daily basis and planned shift accordingly.
Assisted guests at check-in, providing information on various services within hotel.
Cleaned and maintained lobby and common areas by restocking supplies and watering plants.
Answered guest inquiries, recommending shopping, dining or entertainment.
Issued room keys and escort instructions to bellhops.
Posted incidental charges to ledgers, manually or by using computers.
Greeted, registered and assigned rooms to hotel or motel guests.
Computed bills, collected payments and made change for guests.
Transmitted and received messages using telephones or telephone switchboards.
Dishwasher
Cheddar
Albuquerque, NM
01.2019 - 08.2019
Disposed of glassware that had been broken or chipped according to safety procedures.
Sanitized surfaces after each use following standard sanitation practices.
Performed routine maintenance tasks such as cleaning filters in the dishwashing machine.
Scrubbed and sanitized dishes, pots, pans, utensils, and other kitchen equipment.
Swept and mopped floors in the kitchen area at regular intervals throughout shift.
Removed garbage and trash to designated disposal areas in accordance with health regulations.
Loaded dirty dishes into the dishwasher racks and unloaded clean dishes from the washer onto carts or shelves.
Inspected all returned dishes for cleanliness before restocking them on shelves.
Checked temperatures of dishwashing machines to ensure proper functioning.
Followed all safety guidelines while handling sharp objects like knives or forks.
Loaded and unloaded dishwashers, washing by hand large pots or items used on continuous basis.