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Teresa Rodriguez

Teresa Rodriguez

Clermont,FL

Summary

Versatile hospitality and customer experience professional with over 20 years of success spanning luxury hospitality, culinary arts, property management, leasing, sales, resident relations, and event coordination. Proven background working in Forbes and AAA Four- and Five-Diamond hotels, luxury restaurants, resort convention operations, multifamily property management, and real estate. Recognized for delivering exceptional customer experiences, building lasting client relationships, coordinating complex operations, and leading resident engagement initiatives. Combines strong business acumen with culinary training, hospitality excellence, and relationship-focused leadership to consistently exceed service, sales, and operational goals.

Overview

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1
Certification
26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Resident Relations Manager

IRT Living
Orlando , FL
01.2026 - Current

•Lead resident relations initiatives while ensuring exceptional customer service and timely resolution of resident concerns and escalated issues.

  • Develop resident engagement programs, community events, and outreach initiatives that improve resident satisfaction and retention.
  • Partner with property management and maintenance teams to coordinate service requests and enhance resident experiences.
  • Create resident communications, newsletters, marketing materials, and community updates.
  • Maintain resident records, occupancy reporting, and operational performance data.
  • Train and mentor leasing professionals on customer service, resident engagement, leasing procedures, and company policies.
  • Oversee move-in and move-out processes, lease compliance, emergency response, and resident issue resolution.
  • Support budgeting, planning, and execution of community events and resident appreciation programs.
  • Collaborate with leadership to improve service standards and operational efficiency.

Leasing Professional

IRT Living - Serenza at Ocoee Village
12.2024 - 12.2025
  • Delivered exceptional customer service throughout the leasing process, increasing resident satisfaction and lease renewals.
  • Conducted more than 150 community tours annually while maintaining a high prospect-to-lease conversion rate.
  • Managed over 100 move-in and move-out processes with excellent resident satisfaction.
  • Utilized Yardi Voyager, Entrata, CRM, and EliseAI to manage leasing operations, applications, and resident communications.
  • Assisted with property acquisition through lease audits and data migration with complete accuracy.
  • Developed social media marketing campaigns that increased engagement and generated additional leasing traffic.
  • Coordinated resident events and maintained community calendars.

Leasing Consultant

NRP Group - Serenza at Ocoee Village
07.2024 - 12.2024
  • Guided prospective residents through the leasing process while delivering exceptional customer service.
  • Conducted professional property tours and promoted community amenities.
  • Supported ownership transition by organizing lease file audits and resident communications.
  • Managed leasing documentation using Yardi, Entrata, CRM, and EliseAI.
  • Assisted with resident move-ins, move-outs, and ongoing resident engagement initiatives.
  • Created marketing content and promoted community events through social media.

Real Estate Agent

Keller Williams Elite Partners III
12.2021 - 12.2023
  • Assisted buyers and sellers throughout residential real estate transactions.
  • Developed marketing strategies to generate new business and increase property exposure.
  • Built lasting client relationships through exceptional service and communication.
  • Conducted consultations, property showings, negotiations, and transaction management.

Real Estate Transaction Coordinator

Keller Williams Elite Partners III
02.2020 - 12.2021
  • Coordinated residential real estate transactions from contract through closing.
  • Prepared contracts, disclosures, and confidential legal documentation.
  • Managed inspections, financing, escrow timelines, and contingency deadlines.
  • Communicated daily with clients, lenders, attorneys, inspectors, and title companies.
  • Maintained detailed transaction files and coordinated successful closings.

Sales Coordinator

Rosen Shingle Creek Resort
04.2008 - 01.2014
  • Supported Group Sales Managers in securing corporate meetings, conventions, and incentive programs.
  • Prepared contracts, proposals, event confirmations, and meeting documentation.
  • Coordinated VIP transportation, accommodations, and executive services.
  • Served as liaison between banquet, convention services, audiovisual, transportation, front office, and culinary departments.
  • Managed room blocks, meeting space assignments, billing coordination, and event logistics.
  • Conducted site inspections and client presentations.
  • Helped generate repeat business through exceptional customer service and post-event follow-up.

Private Functions Coordinator

Norman’s at Ritz Carlton Grande Lakes
07.2000 - 07.2008
  • Coordinated luxury private dining experiences for VIP guests, executives, celebrities, and international dignitaries.
  • Managed Private Dining Room reservations, Chef's Table experiences, and full restaurant buyouts.
  • Collaborated with the Executive Chef and Sommelier to create customized menus and wine pairings.
  • Coordinated décor, audiovisual, guest flow, timelines, and event logistics.
  • Built long-term relationships with luxury clientele and corporate event planners.
  • Consistently exceeded private event revenue goals through exceptional client service.
  • Successfully managed multiple six-figure private events.

Pastry Cook

Norman's Restaurant – The Ritz-Carlton Orlando
Orlando , FL
01.2005 - 07.2006
  • Prepared refined French-inspired desserts using classical pastry techniques.
  • Produced elegant plated desserts, sauces, garnishes, and specialty menu items.
  • Assisted pastry chefs in maintaining exceptional presentation and consistency.
  • Maintained luxury hospitality standards, food safety, and quality control.

Pastry & Bakery Cook

JW Marriott
Orlando, FL
01.2004 - 01.2005
  • Produced breakfast pastries, croissants, Danish, muffins, breads, cakes, tarts, mousses, and specialty desserts.
  • Supported banquet, buffet, and restaurant pastry production.
  • Prepared doughs, creams, fillings, glazes, and bakery ingredients.
  • Worked in high-volume luxury hotel bakery operations.

Garde Manger / Cold Kitchen Prep Cook

Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center
Orlando, FL
01.2003 - 01.2004
  • Supported convention banquet operations serving hundreds to thousands of guests.
  • Prepared salads, appetizers, cold platters, garnishes, specialty presentations, and buffet displays.
  • Maintained organization, food safety, and production schedules during large events.

Culinary Intern – Bakery & Pastry Department

Caribe Hilton Hotel
San Juan , Puerto Rico
01.2001 - 03.2002
  • Rotated through bakery and pastry production departments.
  • Prepared breads, pastries, cakes, desserts, and buffet displays.
  • Assisted with cake decorating, plated desserts, fruit displays, and elaborate dessert buffets.
  • Gained hands-on experience supporting luxury hotel restaurants, banquets, and special events.

Education

Florida Real Estate License - Real Estate

Climer School Of Real Estate
Clermont, FL
02-2020

Associate of Arts - Hospitality And Culinary Arts/Food Service Mgmtt

Le Cordon Bleu Culinary School
Orlando
01-2004

Associate of Arts - Buisness And Administration

Valencia Community College
Orlando, FL
06-2002

Skills

  • Customer Experience & Resident Relations
  • Luxury Hospitality & Guest Services
  • Property Management & Leasing
  • Sales & Business Development
  • Client Relationship Management
  • Event Planning & Coordination
  • Community Engagement Programs
  • Culinary & Pastry Operations
  • Fine Dining & Luxury Service
  • Contract Administration
  • Team Leadership & Training
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Marketing & Social Media
  • CRM, Entrata & Yardi Voyager
  • EliseAI Leasing Platform
  • Budget Support & Reporting
  • Quality Assurance
  • Operational Coordination
  • Food Safety & Sanitation
  • Time Management
  • Bilingual (English & Spanish)

Languages

  • English
  • Spanish

Certification

  • Real Estate Salesperson License - Florida Real Estate License

Number: SL3523333

Timeline

Resident Relations Manager

IRT Living
01.2026 - Current

Leasing Professional

IRT Living - Serenza at Ocoee Village
12.2024 - 12.2025

Leasing Consultant

NRP Group - Serenza at Ocoee Village
07.2024 - 12.2024

Real Estate Agent

Keller Williams Elite Partners III
12.2021 - 12.2023

Real Estate Transaction Coordinator

Keller Williams Elite Partners III
02.2020 - 12.2021

Sales Coordinator

Rosen Shingle Creek Resort
04.2008 - 01.2014

Pastry Cook

Norman's Restaurant – The Ritz-Carlton Orlando
01.2005 - 07.2006

Pastry & Bakery Cook

JW Marriott
01.2004 - 01.2005

Garde Manger / Cold Kitchen Prep Cook

Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center
01.2003 - 01.2004

Culinary Intern – Bakery & Pastry Department

Caribe Hilton Hotel
01.2001 - 03.2002

Private Functions Coordinator

Norman’s at Ritz Carlton Grande Lakes
07.2000 - 07.2008

Florida Real Estate License - Real Estate

Climer School Of Real Estate

Associate of Arts - Hospitality And Culinary Arts/Food Service Mgmtt

Le Cordon Bleu Culinary School

Associate of Arts - Buisness And Administration

Valencia Community College
Teresa Rodriguez