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Guest-focused hospitality professional with years of experience in front desk operations, customer service, and service recovery within hotel and service-driven environments
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Guest-focused hospitality professional with years of experience in front desk operations, customer service, and service recovery within hotel and service-driven environments. Known for delivering warm, personalized guest experiences, resolving concerns with professionalism, and thriving in fast-paced settings. Strong communicator with a hospitality degree and a genuine passion for creating memorable first and last impressions.
Experience
Guest Service Agent - Fairfield by Marriott - Greater Sudbury, ON
(2026-05)
- Welcome guests warmly and verify reservations and personal information.
- Process guest check-ins and check-outs efficiently.
- Handle payments, invoices, and billing records accurately.
- Respond to phone calls, emails, and online inquiries regarding room availability and rates.
- Manage reservations, cancellations, room assignments, and payment processing.
- Communicate VIP arrivals and special requests to hotel departments.
- Resolve guest concerns professionally while maintaining high satisfaction levels.
- Maintain accurate guest records using hotel management systems.
Food Prep - Smith's - Greater Sudbury, ON
(2024-11 - 2026-05)
- Supported daily operations in a fast-paced environment while maintaining strict food safety standards
- Prepared cold food items with attention to portion control and consistency
- Maintained a clean, organized, and safe workstation
- Following food safety and sanitation guidelines.
Guest Service Agent - Ironwood Hotel - Tacloban City, Leyte
(2021-06 - 2024-02)
- Delivered professional and welcoming guest experiences during check-in, stay, and departure
- Answer calls, emails, and online inquiries regarding room availability and rates.
- Managed reservations, cancellations, room assignments, and payment processing with accuracy
- Communicate special requests or VIP arrivals to relevant hotel departments.
- Resolved guest concerns effectively while maintaining high satisfaction levels
- Anticipated guest needs and provided personalized service recommendations
- Maintained accurate guest records using hotel management systems
- Monitor lobby and front desk areas for security issues.
- Follow hotel policies for emergency situations, lost & found, and safety procedures.
- Manage payments, invoices, and receipts accurately
- Suggest room upgrades, packages, or hotel services to guests and Promote loyalty programs
- Train and mentor new front office agents
- Guide junior staff in hotel procedures and guest interactions
Front Office Agent/Receptionist - The Oriental Leyte - Tacloban City, Leyte
(2019-07 - 2021-04)
- Welcomed guests warmly and verified reservations and personal details.
- Processed check-ins and check-outs efficiently using the Property Management System (PMS).
- Handled room assignments, key issuance, and guest orientation.
- Coordinated with housekeeping, maintenance, and F&B teams for guest requests.
- Addressed guest questions, complaints, or special requests promptly, ensuring satisfaction.
- Processed payments, issued invoices, and maintained accurate billing records.
- Ensured compliance with hotel safety procedures and emergency protocols.
Food & Beverage Associate (Server) - Radisson Blu Hotel - Cebu City, Philippines
(2017-05 - 2019-06)
- Delivered exceptional service to 100+ guests daily in a high-volume environment
- Assisted guests with menu selections and personalized service requests
- Contributed to a 15% increase in food & beverage sales through upselling
- Streamlined order-taking processes, reducing service time by 20%
CSR - Customer Service Representative - Intuit Convergys - Cebu City, Cebu
(2016-12 - 2017-05)
- Respond to inquiries via phone, email, chat, or in-person
- Provide accurate information about products, services, or policies
- Recommend products or services based on customer needs
- Promote current offers or upgrades
- Resolve customer issues, complaints, or disputes in a timely manner
- Escalate complex problems to supervisors or relevant departments
- Process orders, payments, or refunds
- Follow up with customers to ensure satisfaction
- Analyze customer concerns and provide solutions
- Offer alternatives or compromises to maintain satisfaction
- Work with other departments to resolve service or technical issues
Receptionist - Tacloban Plaza Hotel - Tacloban City, Leyte
(2016-04 - 2016-12)
- Welcome guests upon their arrival and assign rooms
- Register guests collecting necessary information (like contact details and exact dates of their stay)
- Inform customers about payment methods and verify their credit card data
- Respond to clients' complaints in a timely and professional manner
- Perform all check-in and check-out tasks
Server - Quest Hotel - Tacloban City, Leyte
(2015-06 - 2016-07)
- Prepare restaurant tables with special attention to sanitation and order
- Present restaurant menus and help customers select food/beverages. Take and serve orders
- Deal with complaints or problems with a positive attitude.
Education
Bachelor's - Hotel and Restaurant Management - Leyte Normal University (2012-06 - 2016-03)
