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Noelle Presley

Metairie,LA

Summary

Motivated sales associate with engaging personality and flexible approach. Upbeat, friendly and anticipating customer needs to facilitate enjoyable experiences. Dependable sales associate successful providing fast, high-quality customer service to guests in the hotel settings. Adaptable professional with expertise in personnel development, team collaboration and resolving issues with customers, waitstaff and management. Talented sales associate bringing skills in order management, payment processing and upselling. Stay current on venue information and consistently offer targeted recommendations to meet individual and group customer needs. Enthusiastic and reliable professional takes pride in providing excellent customer service and creating memorable experiences for the hotel customers. Skilled in anticipating customer needs, addressing complaints and resolving issues in timely manner. Maintains focus and positive attitude in stressful situations and high-volume environments. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level sales associate position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Server

Hilton Airport
Kenner, LA
09.2023 - Current
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs and providing personalized service.
  • Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable guest experience.
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Addressed customer complaints or concerns professionally, ensuring swift resolution and maintaining positive relationships.

Business Owner

Gulf Coast Shimmer N Shine, LLC
Metairie, LA
03.2018 - Current
  • Established strong customer relationships through excellent communication and attentive service.
  • Strengthened company reputation by consistently meeting or exceeding customer expectations in terms of quality products/services offered.
  • Prepared bank deposits and handled business sales, returns, and transaction reports.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Developed and implemented marketing strategies to generate new customers and increase sales and profit margins.
  • Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
  • Managed financial operations to ensure fiscal responsibility, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Boosted revenue by identifying new business opportunities and diversifying product offerings.
  • Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
  • Expanded market reach with targeted marketing campaigns and strategic partnerships.

Business Owner

Cleaner Pro Janitorial
Metairie, LA
06.2006 - Current
  • Established strong customer relationships through excellent communication and attentive service.
  • Strengthened company reputation by consistently meeting or exceeding customer expectations in terms of quality products/services offered.
  • Prepared bank deposits and handled business sales, returns, and transaction reports.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Developed and implemented marketing strategies to generate new customers and increase sales and profit margins.
  • Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
  • Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing, and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
  • Managed financial operations to ensure fiscal responsibility, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Boosted revenue by identifying new business opportunities and diversifying product offerings.
  • Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
  • Developed a high-performing team through effective recruitment, training, and performance management.
  • Expanded market reach with targeted marketing campaigns and strategic partnerships.

Manager

Cucos Mexican Cafe
Metairie, LA
08.1998 - 01.2012
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
  • Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
  • Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
  • Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
  • Communicated clearly with employees, suppliers and stakeholders to keep everyone on same page and working toward established business goals.
  • Developed a strong company culture focused on employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning opportunities.
  • Improved safety procedures to create safe working conditions for workers.
  • Improved marketing to attract new customers and promote business.
  • Planned and budgeted accurately to provide business with resources needed to operate smoothly.

I worked from 1997 where I started as a Hostess and through the years worked in a position of lead server, bartending and management. Playing different roles throughout the restaurant based on sales and staffing needs. Both full time and part time throughout the years based on my other jobs and needs of the restaurant.

Sales Associate

Verizon Wireless
Hammond, LA
06.2004 - 07.2007
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
  • Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
  • Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
  • Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.
  • Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
  • Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
  • Collaborated with team members to improve overall store performance, sharing best practices, and offering support as needed.

Education

Massage Therapy - Massage Therapy

Blue Cliff College - Metairie
Metairie, LA

Bachelor Of Business - Business Administration And Management

University of Phoenix
Online

Associate Of Business Administration - Business Management

Delgado Community College
New Orleans, LA

Skills

  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Exceptional customer service
  • Cash Handling
  • Guest Engagement
  • Professional Appearance
  • Hospitality service expertise
  • Memory retention
  • Cleanliness standards
  • Safe Food Handling
  • Menu Memorization
  • Food Running
  • High-volume dining
  • Service prioritization
  • Sales expertise
  • Food safety understanding
  • Sales Techniques
  • Order Accuracy
  • Supply Restocking
  • Quality Control
  • Performance Improvement
  • Table Bussing
  • Suggestive Selling
  • Guest Relations Management
  • Point of sale operation
  • Relationship Management
  • Dining area maintenance
  • Beverage Preparation
  • Tableside Etiquette
  • Food sales and promotion
  • Guest Seating
  • Table Setting
  • Item promotion

Additional Information

I am a hardworking individual that is eager to be a part of your team.

Timeline

Server

Hilton Airport
09.2023 - Current

Business Owner

Gulf Coast Shimmer N Shine, LLC
03.2018 - Current

Business Owner

Cleaner Pro Janitorial
06.2006 - Current

Sales Associate

Verizon Wireless
06.2004 - 07.2007

Manager

Cucos Mexican Cafe
08.1998 - 01.2012

Massage Therapy - Massage Therapy

Blue Cliff College - Metairie

Bachelor Of Business - Business Administration And Management

University of Phoenix

Associate Of Business Administration - Business Management

Delgado Community College
Noelle Presley