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Lana Willis

New York,NY

Summary

Dynamic professional with a proven track record at Fitzpatrick Manhattan Hotel Grand Central, excelling in customer service and problem resolution. Recognized for enhancing guest satisfaction and implementing effective upselling strategies, while maintaining meticulous attention to detail. A dependable team player, adept at multitasking and thriving under pressure to achieve organizational goals.

Overview

42
42
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Office of Bldg.

Allied Universal
06.2018 - 05.2022

Managed building entrance security protocols.

Protect Building property and staff by maintaining a safe and secure environment.

Addressed guest issues effectively.

Reported security incidents to property management and relevant authorities.

Night Auditor/Front Desk Supervisor

Fitzpatrick Manhattan Hotel Grand Central
05.2006 - 05.2021
  • 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.

Assistant Reservation Manager

ALTOUR Travel
01.1980 - 09.2009
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently handling reservation inquiries and providing accurate information.
  • Participated in industry conferences and workshops to stay informed about current trends, best practices, and competitor strategies within the hotel reservation landscape.
  • Contributed to the development of promotional packages and special offers to attract new guests and retain existing clientele.
  • Monitored daily performance metrics within the reservations team to ensure targets were consistently met or exceeded expectations.
  • Assisted in managing group reservations such as weddings or corporate events, ensuring smooth coordination among various stakeholders involved.
  • Implemented a proactive approach to upselling hotel services, resulting in additional revenue generation.
  • Answered incoming phone calls and developed friendly rapport with callers while answering questions, making recommendations, and leading conversations to bookings.
  • Provided high level of customer service to each person by engaging customer and using active listening and effective interpersonal skills.
  • Handled billing information over phone.
  • Provided customers with information about availability and pricing.

Education

Business Management - Accounting

Richmond Hill High School
Richmond Hill, NY
06.1978

Skills

  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Customer service
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Flexible and adaptable
  • Attention to detail
  • Organizational skills
  • Calm under pressure
  • Active listening
  • Organization and time management
  • Verbal communication
  • Decision-making
  • Excellent communication
  • Dependable and responsible
  • Multitasking
  • Critical thinking
  • Problem resolution

Timeline

Lead Office of Bldg.

Allied Universal
06.2018 - 05.2022

Night Auditor/Front Desk Supervisor

Fitzpatrick Manhattan Hotel Grand Central
05.2006 - 05.2021

Assistant Reservation Manager

ALTOUR Travel
01.1980 - 09.2009

Business Management - Accounting

Richmond Hill High School
Lana Willis