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Work History
Education
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Brittany Colton

Newport

Summary

Dynamic customer service professional with a proven track record at Longhorn Steakhouse, excelling in payment processing and staff/guest satisfaction. Recognized for enhancing customer relations through effective communication and problem resolution. Adept at multitasking and maintaining quality assurance, consistently achieving performance metrics while fostering positive relationships with clients.

Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.

Experienced with data entry and management tasks in office environment. Utilizes organizational skills to ensure accurate and timely information processing. Knowledge of software applications and office equipment to improve workflow and productivity.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Sever/Customer Service Professional

Longhorn Steakhouse
03.2016 - Current
  • Assisted customers by answering questions and responding to inquiries.
  • Developed rapport with customers through active listening and communication, resulting in enhanced satisfaction levels.
  • Delivered exceptional support during peak periods, effectively managing high call volumes without compromising service quality.
  • Consistently met performance metrics by setting personal goals and seeking feedback from supervisors for continuous improvement.
  • Improved sales abilities and product knowledge on continuous basis to provide optimal service and achieve quotas.
  • Verified customers' legal to purchase products and services.
  • Completed transactions, exchanges and returns to support payment processing.
  • Processed cash, credit and touchless transactions to fulfill customer orders.
  • Upheld high levels of professionalism while interacting with customers, promoting a positive dining experience for all guests.
  • Ensured high-quality food presentation with careful attention to detail and plating techniques.
  • Adhered to strict health department guidelines while performing daily duties, maintaining an exemplary record of compliance.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with customers to enhance service.
  • Assisted in training new employees, sharing knowledge of best practices and company procedures.
  • Adapted quickly to changing conditions or unexpected challenges, demonstrating flexibility without compromising performance.

Front Desk Assistant

Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites
07.2017 - 09.2018
  • Answered customer telephone calls promptly and appropriately handled needs.
  • Greeted visitors and customers upon arrival, offered assistance, and answered questions to build rapport and retention.
  • Maintained a professional and welcoming front desk area, setting a positive first impression for guests.
  • Facilitated smooth operations during peak times with effective multitasking skills, managing multiple guest interactions simultaneously.
  • Handled payment and bill processing, change giving and payment collecting for guests.


**Employment ended due to damages and closure from Hurricane Florence. Once reopened, full and complete change in ownership, management, and rebranding.

  • Managed multi-line phone system, directing calls to appropriate departments while maintaining a friendly demeanor.
  • Assisted management in maintaining room inventory and coordinating reservations to maximize occupancy rates.
  • Collected room deposits, fees, and payments.
  • Kept accounts in balance and ran daily reports to verify totals.
  • Monitored staff performance and provided feedback and guidance.
  • Handled emergency situations calmly and professionally, keeping guest safety as the top priority at all times.
  • Completed night audit for guest ledgers to close bank and cash registers, reconciling issues quickly, and marking discrepancies.
  • Generated reports covering details about data, system operation, and error monitoring.
  • Assisted in the implementation of new software systems, training co-workers on usage and troubleshooting common issues.

Education

Nursing

Carteret Community College
Morehead City, NC

West Carteret High
Morehead City, NC
06-2015

Skills

  • Customer service excellence
  • Payment processing
  • De-escalation techniques
  • Quality assurance
  • Data entry
  • Documentation
  • Microsoft outlook
  • Document control
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Money handling
  • Problem resolution
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Data collection
  • Administrative support

Timeline

Front Desk Assistant

Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites
07.2017 - 09.2018

Sever/Customer Service Professional

Longhorn Steakhouse
03.2016 - Current

Nursing

Carteret Community College

West Carteret High
Brittany Colton