Flexible and hardworking Guest Services professional with strong leadership, planning and problem-solving abilities. Optimizes processes and procedures to maximize customer satisfaction and improve resolution efficiency.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Guest Experience Team Lead
Vacation Home Collections (VHC)
05.2022 - 08.2023
Remedied issues quickly and effectively through active listening, conflict resolution, and dynamic communication skills.
Monitored guest feedback, using to improve service and departmental operations.
Collaborated with outside departments to coordinate solutions and retain guest satisfaction.
Conducted regular training sessions for staff to keep up to date with customer service practices.
Monitored team performance and provided constructive feedback to increase productivity and maintain quality standards.
Nanny
Private
05.2021 - 06.2022
Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
Hotel Night Auditor
Madison Beach Hotel
06.2021 - 12.2021
Performed nightly updates to room charges and rates.
Set up and entered financial data into spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel.
Responded to guest needs quickly and efficiently, noting changes in reservations or special needs for day crew.
Completed night audit for guest ledgers to close bank and reconciling issues quickly, and marking discrepancies.
Front Desk Specialist
Vacasa Vacation Rentals
08.2020 - 12.2020
Welcomed each new arrival pleasantly and confirmed reservations and identification.
Liaised with housekeeping and maintenance staff to address requests and complaints made by guests.
Acquired in-depth knowledge of surrounding area to offer guests information about dining options, entertainment, and shopping activities.
Collected and distributed messages to team members and managers to support open communication and high customer service.
Handled assignments independently with good judgement and critical thinking skills.
Front Desk Agent
Eden House
03.2020 - 08.2020
Took reservations over phone, in person, and via computer for guests and provided confirmation information.
Collected room deposits, fees, and payments.
Answered customer telephone calls promptly and appropriately handled needs.
Used internal software to process reservations, check-ins, check-outs and nightly audit
Maintained clean and organized front desk areas to uphold polished company image.
Hostess
Yellowfin Bar And Grill
11.2018 - 03.2020
Trained new hostesses on customer service best practices and restaurant policies to maintain high standards of service.
Worked with front of house staff to move tables and adjust seating to accommodate groups with special requests.
Accommodated special seating requests for guests to enhance satisfaction.
Relayed guest comments or suggestions to manager on duty for further action.
Hostess
Tavern N Town
11.2017 - 11.2018
Greeted customers warmly upon arrival and provided friendly and warm presence throughout dining experience.
Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
Supported servers, food runners, and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Southern Connecticut State University
New Haven, CT
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Gateway Community College
New Haven, CT
05.2023
High School Diploma -
Key West High School
Key West, FL
03.2020
Skills
Solution Coordination
Superior Organizational Skills
Front Desk Operations
Creative Solutions
Data Collection
Staff Meetings
Team Supervision
New Hire Training
Guest Relations Management
Guest Satisfaction
Compute Bills
Computer Technology
Accomplishments
Achieved the "Spirit to Serve" Award from Marriott International for outstanding achievements and exemplary commitment to quality service and customer satisfaction.
Inducted Member of Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society for Academic Excellence