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LATASHA GREGORY CARTHENS

Upper Marlboro

Summary

Innovative individual possesses years of operational and customer service experience. Proven track record of success in driving revenue growth, improving operational efficiency, and delivering excellent customer service.

Adept at developing and implementing new strategies to drive profitability and guest satisfaction. Committed to providing a unique and memorable experience for each

guest and ensuring the highest level of service

satisfaction.

Talented manager known for driving team performance and achieving business objectives through articulate communication and strong leadership. Consistently recognized for ambitious goal-setting and fostering

engaging, high-energy work environment.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

CONCIERGE MANAGER

Salons By JC
05.2024 - Current
  • Generated reports regarding occupancy rates, room availability, average daily rate, and revenue per available room as needed by management
  • Inspected facilities regularly in order to identify potential issues or maintenance needs
  • Resolved customer complaints in an efficient manner while ensuring customer loyalty and satisfaction
  • Oversaw the development of promotional material such as flyers or newsletters that advertise salon amenities
  • Developed and implemented effective customer service protocols to ensure a high level of guest satisfaction
  • Coordinated with housekeeping staff to ensure rooms were prepared according to schedule prior to Tenant lease signage
  • Greeted and welcomed guests upon their arrival at the Salon and answered any questions they had regarding amenities and services

FINE DINING SERVER

Cedar Knoll
04.2022 - 02.2024
  • Completed restaurant opening and closing duties by restocking stations and cleaning eating areas
  • Guided guests through menus while demonstrating thorough knowledge of food, beverages and ingredients
  • Set dining tables according to type of event and service standards
  • Checked on guests to verify satisfaction with each course
  • Assisted with training new wait staff members to ensure proper procedures were followed at all times
  • Utilized teamwork skills to collaborate effectively with kitchen staff during busy periods

Prepared hot, cold and mixed drinks for patrons and chilled bottles of wine

  • Memorized frequent customer preferences to build relationships and loyalty
  • Effectively managed large parties by providing efficient, attentive service while ensuring accuracy with orders

CUSTOMER SERVICE EXECUTIVE/PERSONAL ASSISTANT

1304 Group
09.2019 - 09.2021
  • Managed high priority and confidential information
  • Prepared expense reports and tracked budgets
  • Reminded managers of important deadlines and engagements
  • Developed filing systems for client and internal documents
  • Organized important financial documents and receipts into company filing systems
  • Answered calls and emails from clients and delivered messages on behalf of executives
  • Communicated well with clients in writing, by phone and in person
  • Coordinated schedules with clients to provide prompt assistance with daily activities

Assistant Manager

Infuse Restaurant
02.2017 - 04.2020
  • Guided guests through menus while demonstrating thorough knowledge of food, beverages and ingredients
  • Set dining tables according to type of event and service standards
  • Checked on guests to verify satisfaction with each course
  • Assisted with training new wait staff members to ensure proper procedures were followed at all times
  • Utilized teamwork skills to collaborate effectively with kitchen staff during busy periods
  • Prepared hot, cold and mixed drinks for patrons and chilled bottles of wine
  • Memorized frequent customer preferences to build relationships and loyalty
  • Effectively managed large parties by providing efficient, attentive service while ensuring accuracy with orders

Education

BACHELOR OF ARTS (B.A.) - BUSINESS ECONOMICS

Howard community college
Columbia, MD
08.2014

Skills

  • Practice Management
  • Fine Dining Expertise
  • Event Support
  • Luxury Experience Management
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Guest relations
  • Document processing
  • Data accuracy

Timeline

CONCIERGE MANAGER

Salons By JC
05.2024 - Current

FINE DINING SERVER

Cedar Knoll
04.2022 - 02.2024

CUSTOMER SERVICE EXECUTIVE/PERSONAL ASSISTANT

1304 Group
09.2019 - 09.2021

Assistant Manager

Infuse Restaurant
02.2017 - 04.2020

BACHELOR OF ARTS (B.A.) - BUSINESS ECONOMICS

Howard community college
LATASHA GREGORY CARTHENS