Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Certification
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Teresa Reykdal

Bittern Lake,AB

Summary

Dynamic Front Desk Manager at Clarion Brandon with proven leadership and exceptional customer service skills. Successfully trained staff, enhancing team performance and guest satisfaction. Adept in conflict management and daily reporting, ensuring smooth operations and positive guest experiences. Committed to fostering a welcoming environment while maintaining financial accuracy and compliance.

Experienced with front desk operations, ensuring seamless guest experiences and efficient service. Utilizes team leadership and problem-solving skills to maintain high standards. Knowledge of hospitality procedures and staff coordination to enhance overall performance.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Front Desk Manager

Clarion Brandon
03.2016 - Current
  • Greeted visitors and customers upon arrival, offered assistance, and answered questions to build rapport and retention.
  • Trained new staff on correct procedures, compliance requirements, and performance strategies.
  • Mentored and trained new hires, fostering a supportive work environment that facilitated professional growth.
  • Responded to telephone, email and in-person inquiries regarding reservations, hotel information and guest concerns.
  • Checked guests in out of hotel, made reservations, and processed payments.
  • Kept accounts in balance and ran daily reports to verify totals.
  • Oversaw daily cash reconciliations, maintaining accurate financial records for the front desk department.

School Bus Driver

First Student Canada
06.2009 - 05.2016
  • Completed pre-trip and post-trip bus inspections and documented info in vehicle logs.
  • Demonstrated professionalism at all times while engaging with students, parents, colleagues, and administrators alike during daily duties.
  • Complied with all relevant state and federal regulations regarding school transportation services, ensuring the safety and well-being of students at all times.
  • Developed positive relationships with students, faculty and parents to support continuous rapport and communication.
  • Enhanced student safety by strictly adhering to bus routes and schedules, as well as enforcing established behavior guidelines.
  • Adapted quickly to unexpected situations such as road closures or detours while maintaining composure under pressure to ensure timely arrivals at destinations.
  • Reported vehicle maintenance and repair issues to appropriate personnel for timely resolution.
  • Maintained accurate records of student pick-ups and drop-offs, ensuring proper documentation for school administration purposes.
  • Participated in ongoing training programs to maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices and safety regulations.
  • Coordinated closely with colleagues during field trips or special events to provide seamless transportation services for all participants involved.

Bookkeeper - During Shut Down

Koch Fertilizer
05.2014 - 06.2014

File job books

Make sure job books were signed in and out

answer questions about job books

Receptionist

Spirit Road Xpress
09.2007 - 03.2009
  • Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
  • Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
  • Resolved customer problems and complaints.
  • Maintained a well-organized reception area with updated materials, contributing to a welcoming environment for visitors.
  • Supported office efficiency by performing clerical tasks such as data entry, photocopying, scanning, and faxing documents.
  • Handled sensitive information with discretion while maintaining strict confidentiality standards.
  • Managed multiple tasks and met time-sensitive deadlines.
  • Provided administrative support to staff members by handling correspondence, filing documents, and managing office supplies inventory.
  • Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.
  • Assisted with onboarding new clients and securing paperwork completion.
  • Routed incoming mail and messages to relevant personnel without delay.
  • Handled incoming and outgoing package deliveries, working with vendors to complete special requests and track missing packages.

Education

High School Diploma -

Crocus Plains High School
Brandon, MB
06-1990

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Check-in and Check-out procedures
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Guest relations
  • Conflict management
  • Leadership qualities
  • Reception expertise
  • Listening skills
  • Hospitality management
  • Time management
  • Daily reporting
  • Shift scheduling

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Certification

Choice certified in Human traffic awareness.

Serving it safe


Timeline

Front Desk Manager

Clarion Brandon
03.2016 - Current

Bookkeeper - During Shut Down

Koch Fertilizer
05.2014 - 06.2014

School Bus Driver

First Student Canada
06.2009 - 05.2016

Receptionist

Spirit Road Xpress
09.2007 - 03.2009

High School Diploma -

Crocus Plains High School
Teresa Reykdal