A proven achiever with a strong background in hospitality, demonstrated at Gems of Barbados Properties where I earned multiple Employee of the Month awards and a Perfect Attendance Award. Skilled in event planning and customer service, I excel in environments requiring dedication and a knack for enhancing guest experiences.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Chauffeur
Korrec Auto Inc
11.2023 - Current
Communicate to ensure that all pick-up and drop-off times are accurate.
Prepared and serviced vehicles for chauffeur duties, ensuring they were fueled, clean and in good working order.
Greeted customers warmly upon arrival at their destination; provided helpful information about local attractions if requested.
Ensured that all documents related to vehicle registration were up-to-date at all times.
Prepare invoices and send them out in a timely fashion.
Respond to customers' questions and queries.
Lobster Alive - Waitress
Sugar Bay Hotel – Restaurant Hostess
11.2015 - 09.2016
Prepared checks accurately and processed payments promptly.
Adhered to all health codes set forth by local authorities regarding food preparation and storage.
Assisted other wait staff members in times of heavy customer traffic.
Organized take-out orders efficiently according to customer requests.
Restaurant Steward & Assistant Waiter
Norwegian Cruise Line – Norwegian Dawn•
06.2013 - 01.2015
Maintained the cleanliness of the dining area and bar area.
Communicated effectively with kitchen staff about orders placed by guests.
Assisted in taking orders from customers accurately and efficiently.
Front Desk Clerk & Night Auditor
Gems of Barbados Properties – Savannah Hotel, Blue Horizon Hotel & Time Out at the Gap
09.2000 - 07.2011
I am willing to assume responsibility, am self-motivated, and possess a high degree of professional integrity that I have achieved over the years while working at the Gems of Barbados Properties.
Perfect Attendance Award and Employee of the Year Award for 2003.
Perfect attendance for the first six months of 2004.
Employee of the Month for May 2007, February 2010, April 2010, September 2010, and May 2011.
Updated computer system with current guest information.
Responded promptly to emails sent by customers seeking assistance with their stay.
Assisted in resolving customer complaints and inquiries in a timely manner.
Education
Polytechnic
Introduction to QuickBooks -
Samuel Jackman Prescod
2011
Certification in Event Planning & Management -
Barbados Vocational Training Board
2010
Bachelor’s Degree - Sociology
University of the West Indies
2009
Associate Degree - Hotel Catering and Institutional Operations
2000
Skills
Learning French at Alliance Francaise
Knowledge of QuickBooks
Self-motivated
Excellent telephone etiquette
Verbal and written communication
Attention to detail
Interests
Interest & Activities
, Travelling, watching television especially National Geographic documentaries, listening to music, reading, cooking, catering, Line Dancing, Shotokan 4 kyu Karate, Going to Church – St Christopher Nazarene
Timeline
Chauffeur
Korrec Auto Inc
11.2023 - Current
Lobster Alive - Waitress
Sugar Bay Hotel – Restaurant Hostess
11.2015 - 09.2016
Restaurant Steward & Assistant Waiter
Norwegian Cruise Line – Norwegian Dawn•
06.2013 - 01.2015
Front Desk Clerk & Night Auditor
Gems of Barbados Properties – Savannah Hotel, Blue Horizon Hotel & Time Out at the Gap
09.2000 - 07.2011
Polytechnic
Introduction to QuickBooks -
Samuel Jackman Prescod
Certification in Event Planning & Management -
Barbados Vocational Training Board
Bachelor’s Degree - Sociology
University of the West Indies
Associate Degree - Hotel Catering and Institutional Operations