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Will Velez

Davenport,FL

Summary

Dynamic and results-oriented professional with a proven track record at JW Marriott and The Ritz-Carlton, showcasing exceptional guest experience and communication skills. Excelled in leadership roles, achieving an 84% Forbes Travel Guide Audit score and generating significant upgrade revenue. Proficient in multiple hospitality programs and known for adaptability and creativity in high-pressure environments.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Lobby Bar Server

JW Marriott Bonnet Creek Resort & Spa
Orlando, FL
04.2022 - Current
  • Recipient of Event Planner JW Marriott Gold Coins
  • 84% Forbes Travel Guide Audit score
  • Provided upper echelon service at the highest possible level while embodying the JW Marriott brand values
  • Greeted customers in a friendly and professional manner.
  • Assisted with setting up bar area prior to opening shift.
  • Checked identification of customers to verify age requirements for alcoholic beverages.
  • Prepared specialty cocktails according to recipes or customer requests.

Guest Experience Expert

JW Marriott Orlando Grande Lakes/ Bonnet Creek Orl
Orlando, FL
07.2018 - 04.2022
  • GXP/Guest Experience Portal Trained.
  • SERTIFI Trained.
  • 2x Recipient of the Spirit to Serve Award Proficient with all of the tools and programs used at the front desk, and capable of training others to use them if necessary.
  • 3rd associate in properties history to generate $20k in upgrade revenue within 1 months time

Guest Experience Expert

AC Hotel By Marriott Orlando Downtown
Orlando, FL
12.2020 - 07.2021
  • Part of grand opening team
  • Well versed in other departments responsibilities such as housekeeping, VIP, and room controller

Proficient with all of the tools and programs used at the front desk, and capable of training others to use them if necessary.

Recreation Attendant/Server

The Ritz-Carlton, Orlando Grande Lakes
Orlando, FL
10.2015 - 07.2018
  • Completed Ritz-Carlton Standard Training.
  • Great Food, Safe Food” Class Completed.
  • Tip Certified Here I learned how to enliven Ritz-Carlton’s Strong Service values; Ultimately teaching me how to enliven JW’s own policies and beliefs, and better serve guests.

Education

High School Diploma -

Celebration High School
Celebration, FL
05.2012

Skills

  • Guest Experiences
  • Communication
  • Leadership
  • Creativity
  • Adaptability

Timeline

Lobby Bar Server

JW Marriott Bonnet Creek Resort & Spa
04.2022 - Current

Guest Experience Expert

AC Hotel By Marriott Orlando Downtown
12.2020 - 07.2021

Guest Experience Expert

JW Marriott Orlando Grande Lakes/ Bonnet Creek Orl
07.2018 - 04.2022

Recreation Attendant/Server

The Ritz-Carlton, Orlando Grande Lakes
10.2015 - 07.2018

High School Diploma -

Celebration High School
Will Velez