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SHAMIKA ANN DODDS

Temple,TX

Summary

Dynamic professional with over 6 years of experience in customer service and hospitality, including a pivotal role at Baylor Scott & White Hospital. Demonstrates strong leadership and exceptional attention to detail, with a proven track record in improving service delivery. Adept at mentoring teams to achieve a 100% success rate in training initiatives. Currently seeking part time server position to maintain growing knowledge.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Customer Advocate

Baylor Scott & White Hospital
08.2024 - Current
  • Provided timely support during high-traffic periods, ensuring all customers received prompt assistance and resolution of issues.
  • Listened to customers in actively to assess issues and provide accurate information.
  • Handled difficult customer situations with grace and professionalism, consistently meeting first-call resolution metrics.
  • Maintained comprehensive records of all client interactions, allowing for efficient follow-up and enhanced overall service quality.

Head Waiter

American Queen Steamboat Company (American Empress)
05.2019 - 07.2024
  • Manage fast paced fine dining section of up to 22 seats.
  • provide guest support outside of restaurant whenever necessary including maps, excursions, geographical and historical knowledge of The Columbia river.
  • Oversee daily Inventory.
  • Provide detailed wine knowledge to guests.
  • Train all new incoming waiters on proper SOP & POS systems & company protocols. With 100% success rate.

Waiter

Norwegian Cruise Lines (Pride of America)
04.2017 - 04.2019
  • Maintain knowledge of MICROS systems.
  • Responsible for setting the tables, obtaining and arranging linen, silverware, china and glassware.
  • Calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, tips, proportions, percentages
  • Maintain current knowledge ofUSPH / UKPH regulations and ensure all work is carried out according to these standards.

Front Desk Receptionist

PALM SPRINGS RENDEZVOUS HOTEL
01.2016 - 04.2017
  • Managed a 10 room full-service B&B boutique hotel.
  • Performed concierge services.
  • Performed book keeping services.

Education

TABC & Texas Food Handler's Certification -

Natl Food Handler's Certification

NHA CET Certification - EKG

Temple College
Temple, TX
06-2025

Associate of Arts - Communications

Antelope Valley College
Lancaster
2016

Skills

  • 6 years combined customer service, administrative assistant, restaurant tourism experience
  • Strong Leadership qualities
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Basic Data Entry experience
  • Basic computation certification Microsoft 365 Excel & word
  • Restaurant & hotel Management Experience
  • Strong written & verbal communication skills
  • Highly experienced team mentor

Timeline

Customer Advocate

Baylor Scott & White Hospital
08.2024 - Current

Head Waiter

American Queen Steamboat Company (American Empress)
05.2019 - 07.2024

Waiter

Norwegian Cruise Lines (Pride of America)
04.2017 - 04.2019

Front Desk Receptionist

PALM SPRINGS RENDEZVOUS HOTEL
01.2016 - 04.2017

Associate of Arts - Communications

Antelope Valley College

TABC & Texas Food Handler's Certification -

Natl Food Handler's Certification

NHA CET Certification - EKG

Temple College
SHAMIKA ANN DODDS