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Valerie Gonzales

Houston,TX

Summary

Resourceful Customer Service Representative known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialized in communication, problem-solving, and time management skills, ensuring smooth operations in customer service environments. Excel in listening, empathy, and patience, which are crucial for addressing customer needs effectively and building positive relationships.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

OR Attendant

Memorial Hermann Hospital
Houston, TX
02.2023 - Current
  • Answered telephones promptly and courteously when taking reservations or takeout orders.
  • Responded promptly to customer inquiries regarding services offered or product availability.
  • Provided accurate change and processed credit card transactions quickly and efficiently.
  • Conducted regular inventory checks to ensure adequate supplies are available.
  • Greeted customers, answered their questions and provided them with assistance.
  • Maintained a clean, orderly environment by sweeping, mopping, dusting and taking out trash.
  • Assisted in the preparation of food items such as salads, sandwiches, desserts and beverages.
  • Ensured that all customer service standards were met or exceeded during each shift.
  • Assisted other staff members in completing tasks as needed.

Customer Service Representative

Capital One
Houston, TX
02.2020 - 02.2023
  • Maintained accurate records of customer interactions for future reference.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner to ensure customer satisfaction.
  • Performed follow-up calls as necessary to ensure satisfactory resolution of customer inquiries.
  • Identified opportunities to improve policies and procedures related to customer service operations.
  • Attended regular training sessions on updates and changes within the industry or organization.
  • Maintained records of customer interactions, transactions, comments and complaints.
  • Developed effective working relationships with team members across multiple departments.
  • Performed outbound calling campaigns to promote new products or services.
  • Utilized knowledge base to answer inquiries from customers quickly and effectively.
  • Monitored call queues in order to prioritize incoming calls by urgency or importance level.

Education

Communication Studies

University of Houston - Downtown
Houston, TX

Skills

  • Call Management
  • Complaint resolution
  • Inbound and Outbound Calling
  • Scheduling
  • Active Listening
  • Multi-Task Management
  • Building rapport
  • Positive and professional
  • Office equipment proficiency
  • Team Development
  • Prioritization
  • Documentation
  • Conflict Mediation
  • Administrative Support
  • Staff Training
  • De-Escalation Techniques
  • Business development understanding

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

OR Attendant

Memorial Hermann Hospital
02.2023 - Current

Customer Service Representative

Capital One
02.2020 - 02.2023

Communication Studies

University of Houston - Downtown
Valerie Gonzales