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Shay Jones

Houston,TX

Summary

Highly organized and detail-oriented Facility/Assistant Manager bringing a combined 31 years of parking experience in providing leadership to Startup Operations as well as Veteran Parking teams. Offering a proven aptitude for proactive issue resolution and enforcement of safe practices among personnel.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Facility Manager

Global Parking Systems
08.2022 - Current
  • Submitted daily work orders to arrange all facility maintenance services and repairs were completed as required in a timely manner.
  • Responsible for daily supervision of 21 Valets team members in regards to any and all day-to-day activities.
  • Successfully created and implemented successful staging plans by utilizing all aspects of location’s layout to ensure maximum parking capacity in Terminal C Valet.
  • Provided all guests with exceptional customer service via answering any and all questions the customers may have; assisting any and all guests entering or exiting their vehicles; as well as parking and retrieving guest vehicles in a safe and professional manner when needed.
  • Responsible for creating a staffing schedule for First and Third shift in accordance with our anticipated daily vehicle volume.
  • Ensured all team members maintained full compliance to the standard operating procedures, while also ensuring the safety and security of vehicles and keys at all times.
  • Completed daily End of Shifts audits to check all paperwork to ensure compliance of proper cashier standards and procedures.
  • Conducted daily Facility Walkthrough to verify that all areas of the Valet remained clear of any potential hazards.
  • Communicated any known accidents, observed or suspected violations of company policy, and all customer concerns to the Facility Manager and/or Human Resources
  • Performed candidate interviews, additional valet training, and employee coaching's whenever necessary.

Owner/Operator

Luxury Car Rental & Valet
02.2001 - Current
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations.
  • Welcomed arriving guests and explained car retrieval procedures.
  • Parked and retrieved cars carefully to prevent damage and avoid delays.
  • Trained junior staff in customer care, driving and parking operations to uphold standards.
  • Resolved customer complaints through calm, constructive communication.
  • Picked up and transported passengers to destinations by following fast and safe routes to provide good customer service.
  • Communicated with passengers to answer questions about areas and services and provide comfortable traveling experiences.
  • Managed teams of drivers, shift schedules and reservation calendars.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.

Owner/Operator

Budget Rental Car
08.1992 - Current

Assistant Manager/Accounting Bookkeeper

LAZ Parking
05.2016 - 06.2021
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
  • Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
  • Mentored team members to enhance professional development and accountability in workplace.
  • Created employee schedules to align coverage with forecasted demands.
  • Increased employee performance and job satisfaction to strengthen retention and engagement.
  • Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
  • Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
  • Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
  • Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
  • Resolved customer complaints through calm, constructive communication.
  • Drove varied vehicles, including luxury and sports models, safely and legally.
  • Issued and collected claim tickets and processed valet parking fees.

Audit/Hotel Assistant Manager

Club Quarters Hotel
03.2012 - 06.2016

Owner/Operator

Suavecito Bar & Night Club
10.1999 - 02.2001

Owner/Operator

Elite Catering
08.1997 - 11.2000

Education

High School Diploma -

Willowridge High School
Missouri City, TX
05.1989

Skills

  • Operational Efficiency and Safety
  • Process and Procedure Refinement
  • Employee Supervision
  • Space Management
  • Facility Updating
  • Cash Register Operations
  • Performance Assessment
  • Employee Hiring
  • Facility Safety Management
  • Scheduling and Planning
  • Facility Operations
  • Team Meetings

Timeline

Assistant Facility Manager

Global Parking Systems
08.2022 - Current

Assistant Manager/Accounting Bookkeeper

LAZ Parking
05.2016 - 06.2021

Audit/Hotel Assistant Manager

Club Quarters Hotel
03.2012 - 06.2016

Owner/Operator

Luxury Car Rental & Valet
02.2001 - Current

Owner/Operator

Suavecito Bar & Night Club
10.1999 - 02.2001

Owner/Operator

Elite Catering
08.1997 - 11.2000

Owner/Operator

Budget Rental Car
08.1992 - Current

High School Diploma -

Willowridge High School
Shay Jones