Results-driven professional with a strong background in housekeeping and customer service. Known for excellent interpersonal skills and poised demeanor under pressure, dedicated to enhancing guest experiences and ensuring operational excellence.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Housekeeper
Best Western Hotel
Banner Elk
04.2021 - Current
Cleaned and maintained guest rooms to ensure high standards of cleanliness.
Managed laundry operations, including washing, folding, and organizing linens.
Inspected rooms for quality assurance before guest arrivals.
Assisted in training new housekeepers on cleaning procedures and standards.
Interacted pleasantly with clients and guests when performing daily duties.
Responded to requests from guests regarding housekeeping needs.
Prepared rooms for meetings and arranged decorations, media equipment and furniture for social or business functions.
Bartender/manager
Bayou smokehouse and grill
11.2019 - 02.2021
Trained new employees in all aspects of the job, including customer service, use of equipment, upselling techniques and food and safety standards as per the state and the establishment.
Worked with fellow management to develop and implement scheduled bar maintenance.
Conducted weekly and monthly inventories to accurately supply restaurant and office.
Addressed and resolved customer inquiries and complaints and engaged with customers to determine satisfaction levels with products offered.
Offices duties consisted of taking care of employee paperwork and imputing information into computer system, receiving and sending faxes, answering telephones and scheduling.
Co-owner
ramble juice & ice cream
06.2018 - 08.2019
Developed marketing campaigns for upcoming events using social media platforms.
Monitored dynamic industry trends and regulations to keep business ahead of changing requirements.
Maintained an onsite presence to ensure operations departments and teams met all company operational standards.
Improved customer satisfaction and loyalty by building an atmosphere focused on positive, memorable experiences.
Crafted handmade ice cream to test the idea of expanding the business into a local creamery.
Identified areas for expansion by analyzing market, consumer trends and competition.
Executed proposals for new products and vendors.
General office duties included new employee paperwork, training and scheduling.
barista/bartender/server
Banner elk café and lodge
08.2016 - 06.2018
Prepared coffee and alcoholic drinks in compliance with company recipes and guidelines, with special attention to customer requests.
Sold coffee, tea blends and operated brewing equipment, highlighting the differences between items and educating customers about brewing methods.
Collaborated with store manager and fellow baristas and bartenders to meet sales and waste goals.
Connected with customers and gave each person a positive experience to provide long-term loyalty.
Server
O’Charley’s
07.2015 - 03.2016
Transported food products, cleaned tables and other frequently used surfaces throughout the store and stocked dining room supplies.
Entered orders, delivered food and beverages and processed payments.
Communicated customers menu choices and special requests to kitchen staff to minimize errors.
Server/bartender/manager
applebee’s
12.2010 - 05.2015
Kept front-of-house team informed of table progression and availability.
Fostered fun atmosphere and family-style work environment.
Uphold high sanitation and safety standards while delivering and serving food.
Trained new servers in restaurant procedures and customer service standards.
Engaged customers in friendly conversation to boost satisfaction and loyalty to restaurant.
Controlled the flow of food from the kitchen to the dining table as well as answering the phone and getting out orders to go as well in a timely manner.
housekeeper
festiva resorts
06.2014 - 04.2015
Cleaned public areas, waiting rooms, washrooms and consistently maintaining housekeeping equipment and identifying areas in need of immediate attention.
Responded appropriately to guests special cleaning requests.
Promoted positive guest relations through prompt, courteous and efficient service while maintaining an upscale atmosphere, meeting specifications and establishing standards.
Kept housekeeping supervisor updated on preventative housekeeping maintenance and restocking needs for supplies, linens, laundry and accessories.
Education
2 years in general studies -
East tennessee state university
johnson city, tn
05.2012
High school diploma -
cloudland high school
Roan Mountain, TN
05.2010
Skills
Outstanding customer service
Room inspection
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Poised under pressure
Experienced in most restaurant positions
Proficient with conflict resolution and de-escalation practices