Summary
Work History
Education
Skills
Traveling, writing, music enthusiast, foreign language, gourmet cooking ,
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Shannon Smith

Miami,FL

Summary

Accomplished Flight Attendant offering over 28 years in domestic and international commercial airline industry such as Delta Airlines and Military Charter flights. Highly skilled in responding to emergency situations and remaining cool under pressure. Dedicated to exceptional customer service. Customer-driven Flight Attendant with dynamic safety and service skills. Highly effective in diffusing volatile passenger situations. Known for best-in-class customer service and top-notch friendliness. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Proven steady and non stop work history since 1985.

Work History

Domestic and International Flight Attendant

Southwest Airlines
05.2007 - 02.2023
  • Engaged professionally with passengers to improve satisfaction and exceed expectations throughout flight.
  • Attended workshops and trainings in customer service, conflict resolution tactics, and safety procedures to keep abreast of all new requirements and procedures.
  • Resolved passenger conflicts and medical emergencies during flights.
  • Answered passenger questions and provided solutions to issues arising during flights.
  • Ensured safety and comfort of customers onboard aircraft.
  • Clearly explained and demonstrated safety and emergency procedures to passengers prior to takeoff.
  • Verified aircraft and passenger compliance with policies, regulations, and safety guidance.
  • Facilitated communication between flight deck and cabin crew prior to and during flights to promote smooth operations.
  • Served beverages and food items from refreshment carts and provided information about in-flight offerings to passengers.
  • Facilitated boarding process by greeting passengers upon arrival to aircraft and providing direction to seats.
  • Performed pre-flight safety checks to verify oxygen masks, life jackets and other emergency equipment in good working order.
  • Relayed updates and information to passengers after confirming key details with pilot.
  • Greeted passengers, assisted with carry-on baggage storage and delivered onboard announcements.
  • Assisted passengers with disabilities by providing wheelchairs and supporting throughout airport to provide excellent customer service.
  • Used excellent customer service skills in addressing passengers' needs.
  • Collaborated with flight crew to maximize smooth and safe flights.

Sales

Z Gallerie
01.1999 - 01.2000
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Marketing/Spanish

Georgia Piedmont Technical College (Dekalb College
Clarkston, GA

Skills

  • Company Policy Adherence
  • Brand Promotion
  • Diversity Training
  • Creative Solutions
  • Crew Support
  • Emergency Procedures Knowledge
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Federal Guidelines

Traveling, writing, music enthusiast, foreign language, gourmet cooking ,

I have connected the dots of my love for geography, different cultures and passions by visiting over 40 countries and 49 states. My interests also include community minded functions and mentoring youth.

Timeline

Domestic and International Flight Attendant

Southwest Airlines
05.2007 - 02.2023

Sales

Z Gallerie
01.1999 - 01.2000

Some College (No Degree) - Marketing/Spanish

Georgia Piedmont Technical College (Dekalb College
Shannon Smith