Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Leadership Experience
References
Certification
Timeline
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Quaneitra Coles

Norfolk,VA

Summary

Friendly individual with extensive experience in hospitality and healthcare support, specializing in secretarial work, dietary assistance and customer service. Skilled in organizing, planning, and enhancing satisfaction and well-being through effective service and nursing home operations. I am committed to fostering a supportive community atmosphere and eager to further gain knowledge and optimize customer service skills.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Concierge

Harbor’s Edge Retirement Community
11.2023 - Current

Greeting residents & guests, maintain meticulous records, providing exceptional customer service to their residents and their guests

  • Assist guests with special needs or requests, demonstrating empathy and understanding in every interaction.
  • Manage a variety of tasks, usually 4 or 5, simultaneously, maintaining professionalism and efficiency under pressure.
  • Maintain front desk's concierge book to provide visitors with access to relevant local information.
  • Address customer inquiries with timely and professional responses via phone, email and in-person interactions.
  • Support event planning efforts, contributing to the successful execution of memorable occasions.
  • Coordinate approximately 120 medical transportation services per month for residents.
  • Assisted in training 5 new team members on front desk procedures and best practices for exceptional service delivery.
  • Manage phone lines efficiently, directing calls to the appropriate departments or taking messages as needed.

Dietary Aide

Harbor’s Edge Retirement Community
02.2022 - 10.2023
  • Served meals to 35 residents daily for 3 meals in accordance with established schedules and dietary procedures.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop individualized meal plans based on patient needs, resulting in better health outcomes.
  • Assisted in maintaining dry storage areas and handling unpacking, dating, and rotating of food and non-food supplies as directed.
  • Maintained strict levels of cleanliness for tables, floors, and prep areas.
  • Provided exceptional customer service to patients and their families, addressing concerns and answering questions about dietary guidelines and restrictions.

Housekeeper/Kid's Club Attendant

Onelife Fitness - Brambleton
12.2020 - 01.2022
  • Maintained a spotless environment for guests through diligent daily housekeeping tasks.
  • Demonstrated flexibility in adjusting work schedule according to fluctuating occupancy rates.
  • Enforced rules of club and resolved conflicts quickly and professionally to maintain safety and bolster pleasant experiences for participants.
  • Set up and led recreational activities such as games, read-alongs and crafts for about 20 children during particularly busy times.
  • Removed clutter, cleaned spills and sanitized toys to protect children from hazards and germs.
  • Used positive reinforcement techniques to promote patience and other good behaviors in children.

Night Auditor

Wyndam Hotel
08.2021 - 12.2021
  • Controlled cash and credit card payment transactions at front desk to successfully reduce errors.
  • Oversaw night auditing of daily room occupancy and hotel revenue.
  • Generated and printed daily financial reports to track hotel performance.
  • Maintained accurate financial records by diligently balancing daily revenue reports and identifying discrepancies.
  • Enhanced guest satisfaction by efficiently managing night audit tasks and resolving issues promptly.
  • Upheld hotel security by vigilantly monitoring CCTV footage and conducting periodic property walk-throughs.
  • Prepared multiple detailed end-of-shift reports, highlighting noteworthy incidents or areas requiring improvement for management review.
  • Called guests requiring wake-up calls within 2 minutes of scheduled call, constantly maintaining positive, and welcoming.

Sales Representative

Life Protect 24/7
06.2020 - 12.2020
  • Managed high call volumes (about 120 calls per day) while providing exceptional customer support and maintaining professional composure.
  • Navigated multiple software platforms concurrently while engaging customers in conversations, enhancing multitasking skills in a fast-paced environment.
  • Boosted revenue by identifying up-selling and cross-selling opportunities during customer interactions.
  • Contributed to positive work environment by assisting colleagues with problem-solving and skill development.

Self Checkout Hostess

Walmart
06.2019 - 08.2020
  • Educated shoppers on using the self-checkout system, facilitating quicker transactions and increased adoption rates among customers.
  • Maintained a secure shopping environment with vigilant monitoring of self-checkout area and prompt intervention in case of theft attempts.
  • Handled escalated customer issues professionally, working diligently to find solutions that satisfied both parties involved.
  • Assisted in loss prevention efforts by observing customer behavior and reporting suspicious activities to store management or security personnel when needed. Loss prevention went down 10%.
  • Coordinated with cashiers to ensure seamless transitions between traditional checkout lanes and self-checkout stations during peak hours.

Box Office Cashier

Cinemark Theaters
07.2012 - 12.2017
  • Contributed to increased revenue by upselling promotional deals and special event packages.
  • Reduced wait times, expertly managing high-volume periods through swift transaction completion.
  • Set up new sales displays each week with fresh merchandise.
  • Maintained current knowledge of store promotions and highlighted sales to customers.
  • Provided exceptional communication skills, fielding phone calls and responding to email inquiries from patrons.
  • Used POS system to enter orders, process payments and issue receipts.
  • Greeted over 1,000 customers per day and determined best approach to provide optimal service.

Education

Some College (No Degree) -

Virginia State University
Petersburg, VA

Skills

  • Organization/Planning
  • Customer Service
  • Sales

    Highly adaptable

    Strong work ethic

    Effective problem solving

    Excellent multitasking

    Maintaining composure

    Event planning

Leadership Experience

  • Developed and implemented programs for youth in Petersburg area
  • Conducted weekly SLOT Academy sessions in Hopewell, VA, teaching lessons on patience, respect, self-esteem, empathy, and courage
  • Served as secretary and later as president of community service-based organization at VSU

References

Available upon request.

Certification

  • First Aid, CPR, and AED Certification - American Red Cross or American Heart Association.

Timeline

Concierge

Harbor’s Edge Retirement Community
11.2023 - Current

Dietary Aide

Harbor’s Edge Retirement Community
02.2022 - 10.2023

Night Auditor

Wyndam Hotel
08.2021 - 12.2021

Housekeeper/Kid's Club Attendant

Onelife Fitness - Brambleton
12.2020 - 01.2022

Sales Representative

Life Protect 24/7
06.2020 - 12.2020

Self Checkout Hostess

Walmart
06.2019 - 08.2020

Box Office Cashier

Cinemark Theaters
07.2012 - 12.2017
  • First Aid, CPR, and AED Certification - American Red Cross or American Heart Association.

Some College (No Degree) -

Virginia State University
Quaneitra Coles