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Antoinette Love
Homewood Suites Hilton
Avondale
1
Certification
41
years of professional experience
Accomplished Front Office Manager with a strong focus on enhancing guest experiences and optimizing operations. Proven ability to implement workflow improvements and lead high-performing teams.
Work History
Front Office Manager
25 Years 4 Months
Homewood Suites Hilton | 03.2001 - Current
Oversaw front office operations, ensuring exceptional guest experiences and high satisfaction levels.
Managed team schedules, optimizing staffing to meet fluctuating guest demands efficiently.
Developed training programs for front desk staff, enhancing service delivery and operational consistency.
Implemented new reservation management software, streamlining check-in processes and reducing wait times.
Night Shift Supervisor
18 Years 9 Months
Renaissance Glendale Hotel & Spa | 09.2007 - 06.2026
Implemented process improvements to enhance guest satisfaction during overnight shifts.
Supervised night operations, ensuring seamless front desk and housekeeping functions.
Trained and mentored staff on hotel policies and customer service excellence.
Monitored inventory levels, coordinating with departments to optimize supply management.
Resolved guest complaints promptly, maintaining high standards of service quality.
Collaborated with security to uphold safety protocols throughout the hotel premises.
Assisted in training new employees on policies, procedures, and best practices for their respective roles within the organization.
Developed strong communication channels between day and night shifts, facilitating seamless handovers at the beginning and end of each shift.
Managed communication between associates and management, addressing key issues and needs.
Assisted customers with complaints, questions, and concerns.
Improved customer satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and ensuring high-quality service from the night shift team.
Front Office Supervisor
17 Years 10 Months
Wyndham Resort | 07.1999 - 05.2017
Supervised front office operations, ensuring seamless guest check-in and check-out processes.
Trained and mentored staff on customer service excellence and operational procedures.
Implemented strategies to enhance guest satisfaction and address feedback effectively.
Coordinated with housekeeping and maintenance to ensure timely room availability for guests.
Managed scheduling, optimizing team workflow during peak service hours.
Developed training materials to improve staff efficiency and knowledge retention.
Trained new front office staff, ensuring thorough understanding of hotel policies and procedures.
Assisted staff with troubleshooting and resolution of software and hardware issues to minimize downtime.
Coached employees through day-to-day work and complex problems.
Trained team members on new hotel services and products to support promotional efforts.
Managed supervisor itinerary and appointments and streamlined scheduling procedures.
Improved customer satisfaction scores through application of superior conflict resolution and problem-solving skills.
Assistant Front Office Manager
8 Years 2 Months
Hilton Hotels Corporation | 02.1999 - 04.2007
Supervised front office operations, ensuring seamless guest check-in and check-out experiences.
Implemented standard operating procedures to improve customer satisfaction and streamline daily operations.
Developed training programs for new front office staff, enhancing team efficiency and service quality.
Coordinated with housekeeping and maintenance teams to address guest requests promptly and effectively.
Managed scheduling and staffing for front desk personnel, optimizing coverage during peak hours.
Resolved guest complaints swiftly, maintaining high levels of service excellence and loyalty.
Assisted in the recruitment process for front office staff, ensuring a strong team of well-trained employees.
Balanced daily cash transactions, accurately maintaining financial records for the front office department.
Managed room inventory to optimize revenue opportunities during high-demand periods.
Organized weekly team meetings to address challenges, review progress, and set goals for continuous improvement.
Implemented new procedures for handling guest complaints, resulting in increased customer satisfaction ratings.
Served as floating manager-on-duty, MOD, to cover shift shortage.
Provided support to the Front Office Manager during peak times or staff absences, ensuring consistent management presence at all times.
Supervised and guided new employees and responded quickly to questions to improve understanding of job responsibilities.
Night Shift Supervisor
8 Years 6 Months
Sheraton Cresect Hotel | 09.1989 - 03.1998
Led nightly briefings to align team goals and address operational challenges effectively.
Analyzed shift reports to identify trends and recommend operational adjustments for efficiency.
Resolved conflicts among team members in a timely manner, promoting a cohesive and efficient working environment.
Observed each team member to carry out duties and provided constructive criticism.
Assigned each member team member with specific daily tasks and responsibilities.
Evaluated employee performance regularly, offering constructive feedback and identifying opportunities for growth or additional training needs.
Trained staff members to perform inventory management, customer service and maintenance.
Collaborated with security to uphold safety protocols throughout the hotel premises.