Janine Salazar
Front Desk & Guest Experience Professional
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Customer-focused Front Desk & Guest Experience professional with 7+ years of combined experience in hospitality, dental office administration, and beauty services. Skilled in front desk operations, appointment scheduling, client relations, POS and payment processing, and CRM/booking software. Recognized for creating warm, welcoming first impressions and delivering exceptional customer service in fast-paced, high-traffic environments. Available weekends and flexible with scheduling.
Experience
Eyelash Technician at Jaluxury Beauty (2023-12 – 2025-03)
- Delivered exceptional guest experiences and personalized beauty services, maintaining a high client retention and satisfaction rate
- Managed front desk operations including appointment scheduling, client check-in, and online booking system (Squaresite)
- Built strong client relationships through warm, attentive service, driving repeat business and referrals
- Promoted services through social media and online marketing, increasing new client bookings
Dental Office Admin Receptionist at Burnaby Main Dental (2020-11 – 2023-11)
- Served as first point of contact for patients, providing a friendly, professional front desk and reception experience
- Managed multi-line phone system, scheduled appointments, and maintained accurate client records using Cleardent/Dentrix software
- Processed billing, insurance claims, and payments with strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Maintained a clean, organized, and welcoming front office environment consistent with hospitality best practices
Front Desk Agent at Plaza Premium Lounge (2018-06 – 2020-10)
- Delivered high-end guest experiences for VIP travelers, managing check-in, reservations, and lounge access
- Resolved guest inquiries and service issues promptly, contributing to consistently high satisfaction scores
- Processed payments, monitored occupancy, and maintained smooth front desk operations in a fast-paced, high-traffic environment
Crew Member at Wendy's Restaurant (2013-07 – 2019-04)
- Provided fast, friendly customer service in a high-volume, fast-paced setting
- Handled cash transactions and POS systems with speed and accuracy
- Trained and mentored new team members on service standards and operational efficiency
Education
Diploma in Dental Office Administration – Vancouver Community College (2020-10)
High School Diploma – Burnaby South Secondary School (2014-05)
Certification in Certified Eyelash Technician & Cosmetic Teeth Whitening – Vancity Beauty Lounge (2023-12)
Program in Flight Attendant Program – Canadian Tourism College (2022 – 2023)