Tara Emanuel
Monroe,LA
Summary
Dynamic technology professional with extensive expertise in software development, system administration, and technical support. Demonstrated success in optimizing performance through effective problem-solving and project management. Recognized for strong collaboration skills and a commitment to enhancing customer experiences. Continuously pursuing knowledge to stay ahead of industry trends and drive organizational success.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant General Manager
Hampton Inn & Suites By Hilton
Monroe, LA
08.2021 - Current
- Disciplined and maintained staff to deliver hospitable, professional service reflecting business initiatives.
- Appraised inventory levels on frequent basis, ordering new merchandise to keep quantities well-stocked.
- Managed and mentored staff to carry out operational directives with high productivity and accuracy.
- Mitigated business risks by working closely with staff members and assessing performance.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed new orders for merchandise to keep supply well-stocked.
- Communicated regularly with suppliers regarding product delivery timelines, pricing information.
- Motivated and led team members to work together to achieve targets.
- Coordinated monthly budgets, managed profit and loss and consistently met desired margin targets.
- Improved productivity initiatives, managing budgets and accounts, coordinating itinerary and scheduling appointments.
- Oversaw payroll preparation and administration for staff.
- Performed administrative tasks such as filing paperwork, preparing documents.
- Identified customer needs and delivered relevant product solutions and promotions.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while maintaining a professional demeanor.
- Prepared and analyzed financial reports to inform budgeting and financial planning.
- Facilitated communication between departments to ensure seamless operations.
- Managed payroll, scheduling, and timekeeping systems accurately and efficiently.
- Structured HR consulting services to support clients during organizational developments and changes.
- Provided training, guidance, and support to staff members on proper procedures and policies.
- Managed store cash intake with high accuracy and prepared daily bank deposits.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring efficiency and compliance with company standards.
- Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.
- Conducted regular staff meetings to communicate goals, updates, and receive feedback.
- Applied knowledge of coverage needs and individual employee strengths to produce successful team schedules.
- Oversaw facility maintenance and repairs to ensure a high standard of presentation.
- Identified opportunities for cost savings and operational efficiency improvements.
- Prepared weekly schedules for staff members based on their availability.
Assistant Manager
Wal-Mart Supercenter
Baton Rouge, LA
10.2018 - 10.2021
- Distributed responsibilities among staff, outlining essential goals and priorities.
- Collaborated with management on developing strategic plans for achieving business goals.
- Implemented structured training programs for newcomers to align them with organizational standards.
- Maintained accurate records of sales transactions using point-of-sale systems.
- Assigned work and monitored performance of project personnel.
- Recruited and trained new employees to meet job requirements.
- Mediated conflicts between employees and facilitated effective resolutions to disputes.
- Facilitated reviews of company performance during team gatherings.
- Created reports on sales trends, inventory levels, and financial data.
Food Preparation Worker/Shift Supervisor
Foster Farms Poultry
Farmerville, LA
04.2012 - 06.2017
- Worked in fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
- Monitored food temperatures to ensure safety and quality standards were met.
- Inspected deliveries for freshness and quality standards prior to stocking shelves.
- Maintained cleanliness of floors in the kitchen area throughout shift.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely, including slicers and blenders.
- Prepared meats, vegetables or desserts according to orders or instructions.
- Washed, peeled, and prepared raw food materials.
- Conducted routine checks to ensure food items were stored properly.
- Sliced cooked meats for sandwiches and salads as well as carved roasts at carving stations in the kitchen.
- Ensured compliance with portion sizes, quality standards, and kitchen rules.
- Cut or sliced meat, poultry and seafood to prepare for cooking.
- Took and recorded temperatures of food, refrigerators and freezers.
- Followed food safety standards and protocols.
- Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment, utensils and work stations.
- Observed food safety and sanitation protocols to reduce germ spread.
Loan Processor
Chase
Monroe, LA
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Calculated, reviewed, and corrected errors on interest rates, closing costs, and payment terms to ensure accuracy.
- Evaluated and approved loan applications based on established criteria.
- Provided excellent customer service while responding promptly to inquiries from applicants, lenders and brokers.
- Updated customers regularly on status of their loans throughout the processing period.
- Organized loan files, updated databases, prepared general correspondence and communicated with stakeholders.
- Stayed abreast of lending regulations, industry trends and market rates.
- Conducted quality control reviews on closed files ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.
- Monitored progress of each loan application from start to finish ensuring timely completion.
- Performed detailed calculations to verify income, assets, liabilities and other data provided by applicants.
- Researched escalated problems related to loan processing activities.
- Helped customers make decisions about loans and lines of credit based on availability, terms and benefits.
- Coordinated appraisal orders and reviewed appraisal reports for accuracy and compliance.
- Structured loan packages by properly analyzing credit reports, income and asset documents.
- Explained the various types of loans available and advised on the best product suited for customer's needs.
- Reviewed initial client documentation to structure and submit loan package.
- Updated client account information and records in company databases.
- Set up debt payment plans based on client credit, income and assets.
- Analyzed applicant financial and credit status, evaluating assets and risk to determine loan feasibility.
Education
Business Administration And Management
Louisiana Delta Community College
Monroe, LA04-2011
Skills
- Business operations background
- Training and development background
- Team leadership strength
- Team leadership expertise
- Strategic planning skill
- Training and development skill
- Financial reporting
- Staff development
- Google drive
- Sales coaching
- Workflow coordination
- Human resources
- Employee relations
- Process improvement
- Sales forecasting
- Program administration
- Financial leadership expertise
- Sales techniques
- Business operations
- Financial leadership
- Budget control
- Customer retention
- Budgeting expertise
- Process improvements
- Operations oversight
- Customer relationship management (CRM)
- Operations management
Accomplishments
- Consistently advanced to management roles by demonstrating strong work ethic and accountability
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Assistant General Manager
Hampton Inn & Suites By Hilton
08.2021 - Current
Assistant Manager
Wal-Mart Supercenter
10.2018 - 10.2021
Food Preparation Worker/Shift Supervisor
Foster Farms Poultry
04.2012 - 06.2017
Loan Processor
Chase
01.2010 - 01.2011
Business Administration And Management
Louisiana Delta Community College
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