Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Websites
Timeline

Rachel Chanin

Los Angeles,California

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

PA/House Manager

Private
12.2021 - Current
  • Manage and assist with ongoing operations, working efficiently and productively with various staff, vendors to ensure smooth household operations.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Work with business office submitting bills and other paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
  • Demonstrate patience, respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed. Work well in team setting, providing support and guidance. Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships, including neighboring homes.
  • Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
  • Coordinate frequent family and guest requests and arrangements.
  • Set up schedule to maintain stringent organization of household items.
  • Maintain all of household inventories including specialized gift purchases, personal requests and errands, maintenance of specialized items, ordering, and multitude of miscellaneous requests.
  • Assist with maintenance and organization of second out-of-state home.

PA/House Manager Assistant

Private
09.2020 - 12.2021
  • Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Assisted with strengthening communication skills through regular weekly meetings.
  • Demonstrated high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with team members.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes.

Customer Experience/Sales

NORDSTROM
03.2020 - 01.2021
  • Addressed customer needs to foster positive experiences by actively listening reading both verbal and nonverbal cues.
  • Handled returns or exchanges efficiently while adhering strictly to company guidelines and procedures.
  • Taking ownership of customer's issue through follow up.
  • Performing random acts of kindness for customers and receiving several recognition of appreciation acknowledgements resulting in promotion to sales floor.
  • Worked with team to replenish product and esthetically merchandise department.
  • Utilized effective time management strategies during peak hours, ensuring prompt attention for each individual shopper.
  • Utilized customer feedback to improve services and apply best practices.
  • Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
  • Exceeded personal sales with sales of over $250,000 for time worked.
  • Actively engaged with customers and showcasing genuine passion for products offered.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store sales, payment policies and security standards.

Customer Service/Sales

WILLIAMS SONOMA
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Fostered top-quality service delivery by answering questions and solving problems related to product information, pricing and order fulfillment.
  • Provided exceptional services and pleasant shopping experiences to retail customers.
  • Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to fluctuating workloads, taking on additional responsibilities when needed without compromising quality of service.
  • Contributed to positive team atmosphere by actively supporting colleagues during peak times or absences.
  • Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
  • Promoted new products and services to existing customers, boosting overall sales 85%.

Concierge Desk / Event Supervisor

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
01.2009 - 01.2019
  • Upheld Health Center policies and procedures by providing high level of customer service leadership.
  • Managed daily operations of the Concierge Desk.
  • Supervised federally funded Student-Worker Program which included the hiring, onboarding requirements, scheduling, supervision, and retrenchment of students.
  • Wrote and updated the Facilities Operations Manual which included Policy and Procedures guidelines and training metrics for student worker employees, such as job descriptions, HIPAA laws, regulations, etc.
  • Scheduled and oversaw event calendar hosting 10 plus meeting per week for departments, students, and faculty coordinating with outside visitors and vendors as needed.
  • Remedied issues quickly and effectively through active listening, conflict resolution, and dynamic communication skills.
  • Managed a variety of tasks simultaneously, maintaining professionalism and efficiency under pressure.
  • Created in-house aesthetics (weekly flower arrangements and festive decor)contributing to the successful execution of memorable occasions.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, Sunday, and holiday shifts.

Personal Assistant to CEO

PROFESSIONAL SECURITY CONSULTANTS
01.2007 - 01.2009
  • Handled and prioritized 100% confidential and sensitive information with discretion and tact.
  • Organized and coordinated conferences and monthly meetings.
  • Booked travel by coordinating and reserving transportation and lodging.
  • Supported business and hospitality needs of corporate partners and staff during meetings and company events.
  • Promoted team productivity by keeping supplies organized and well-stocked.
  • Managed executive calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments and coordinating travel arrangements to optimize time.
  • Participated in organizational events as needed, showcasing professionalism while promoting company values.
  • Facilitated a well-organized office environment by maintaining filing systems and overseeing office supply inventory management.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

Executive Assistant to CEO

CENTURY CITY DOCTORS HOSPITAL
02.2004 - 01.2006
  • Managed executive calendars, scheduling approx. 20 weekly meetings and appointments , and coordinated travel arrangements
  • Streamlined executive communication by managing CEO''s email inbox and drafting professional correspondence on behalf.
  • Screened personal and business calls and directed to appropriate party.
  • Acted as liaison between CEO and medical staff, fostering open line of communication that addressed concerns in timely manner.
  • Facilitated training and onboarding for incoming office office staff.
  • Updated and maintained confidential databases and records.
  • Played key role in addressing and relaying employee concerns with tact, professionalism, and empathy under guidance of CEO.
  • Created and managed office systems to efficiently deal with documentation.
  • Coordinated events and worked on ad hoc projects.
  • Aided in recruitment process by screening resumes, scheduling interviews, and assisting with candidate selection.

Education

Associate of Arts - Public Relations

UCLA Extension, Los Angeles, CA
06.2005

Bachelor of Arts - Social Science

University of Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa
1983

Skills

  • Multitasking
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Friendly, Positive Attitude
  • Organizational Skills
  • Problem-Solving

Timeline

PA/House Manager - Private
12.2021 - Current
PA/House Manager Assistant - Private
09.2020 - 12.2021
Customer Experience/Sales - NORDSTROM
03.2020 - 01.2021
Customer Service/Sales - WILLIAMS SONOMA
01.2019 - 01.2020
Concierge Desk / Event Supervisor - UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
01.2009 - 01.2019
Personal Assistant to CEO - PROFESSIONAL SECURITY CONSULTANTS
01.2007 - 01.2009
Executive Assistant to CEO - CENTURY CITY DOCTORS HOSPITAL
02.2004 - 01.2006
UCLA Extension - Associate of Arts, Public Relations
University of Witwatersrand - Bachelor of Arts , Social Science
Rachel Chanin