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Tonya Robinson

Grand Rapids,MI

Summary

Serviced-focused General Manager dedicated to delivering positive customer experiences to promote loyalty and repeat business. Orchestrates optimal resource utilization to handle expected operational needs. Sales leader with sound judgment, good planning abilities and interpersonal communication strengths. Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance. Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to Best Western professional with a history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

General Manager

Best Western Hotel
06.2022 - Current
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
  • Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
  • Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
  • Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.

Assistant General Manager

Best Western Hotel
Grand Rapids, MI
02.2023 - 05.2023
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.

Front Desk Manager

Best Western Hotel
Grand Rapids, MI
05.2022 - 02.2023
  • Handled cash accurately and prepared deposits.
  • Motivated, trained, and disciplined employees to maximize performance.
  • Resolved problems promptly to elevate customer approval.
  • Managed team schedule with eye for coverage needs and individual strengths.
  • Mentored and motivated team members to achieve challenging business goals.
  • Oversaw inventory by ordering precise quantities of stock and executing corrective actions to drive profitability.
  • Maintained well-controlled business inventory with minimal losses by enforcing solid monitoring and management structures.
  • Analyzed customer feedback data to identify areas of improvement and develop solutions.
  • Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
  • Developed and implemented policies and procedures to improve customer service and satisfaction.
  • Enforced quality assurance protocols to deliver ideal customer experiences.
  • Collaborated with other departments to establish productive and timely completion of projects.

Front Desk Receptionist

Candlewood Suites Hotel
01.2020 - 04.2022
  • Greeted guests at front desk and engaged in pleasant conversations while managing check-in process.
  • Maintained organized and clean front office area to create professional and welcoming environment for visitors and employees.
  • Scheduled, coordinated and confirmed appointments and meetings.
  • Resolved customer issues quickly and notified supervisor immediately when problems escalated.
  • Answered multi-line phone system and transferred callers to appropriate department or staff member.
  • Collected room deposits, fees, and payments.
  • Answered multi-line phone system to respond to inquiries and transfer calls to correct departments and personnel.
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive data to protect customer and business information.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.

Line Leader

Master Finish
01.2021 - 11.2021
  • Assisted in training new employees and implementing procedural changes.
  • Assessed processes and production lines for proper setup per instructions and procedures.
  • Monitored product quality to achieve superior quality reputation.
  • Maintained communication across key departments and senior leadership team.
  • Monitored employee performance to determine need for additional education and training.
  • Coordinated staff, parts and process flow to minimize work in progress, eliminate shortages, and maximize productivity.
  • Provided and promoted solutions to eliminate reoccurring problems.
  • Collaborated with manager on performance-related issues and employee performance reviews.
  • Tracked material orders and deliveries in accordance with company procedures.
  • Safely operated [TYPE OF EQUIPMENT] to avoid accidents and mishaps.

Home Health Care Provider

Dr. Montie Gould
02.1999 - 05.2005
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Completed household management tasks for clients within private home settings.
  • Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces, and purchasing supplies.
  • Cooked tasty, nourishing meals for patients to promote better nutrition.
  • Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support.
  • Provided assistance to clients by handling household cleaning duties, managing schedules, and transporting to and from medical appointments.
  • Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Administered medication as directed by physician.
  • Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.

Education

Eastside High School
Taylors, SC
05.1992

Skills

  • Adobe Systems Adobe Acrobat
  • LexisNexis
  • Blackbaud the Raiser's Edge
  • Food Preparation and Safety
  • Microsoft Visio
  • Google AdWords
  • Accounting
  • Staff Development
  • Adobe Systems Adobe Photoshop

Timeline

Assistant General Manager

Best Western Hotel
02.2023 - 05.2023

General Manager

Best Western Hotel
06.2022 - Current

Front Desk Manager

Best Western Hotel
05.2022 - 02.2023

Line Leader

Master Finish
01.2021 - 11.2021

Front Desk Receptionist

Candlewood Suites Hotel
01.2020 - 04.2022

Home Health Care Provider

Dr. Montie Gould
02.1999 - 05.2005

Eastside High School
Tonya Robinson