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Work History
Education
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Valerie Galat

Peoria

Summary

Energetic and adaptable professional manager with extensive experience in operations management and excellent customer service skills. Excelled in property management, driving sales growth, and enhancing guest experiences through meticulous attention to detail and robust team leadership. Skilled in maintenance oversight and multitasking. Offering exceptional organizational analytical skills, coupled with positive attitude and willingness to learn and grow.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Area Manager

AvantStay
04.2021 - 01.2025

- Oversee the Arizona market in assistance to the area manager as well as taking over in time of emergencies and on-call shifts.

- Provide a superior guest experience by auditing properties, managing supplies, and responding to concerns in a timely fashion.

- Coordinate maintenance, repairs and upgrades to the properties while adhering to budget costs.

- Serve as a reliable point of contact for the property owners by effectively communicating with them in a timely manner and reviewing their owner distribution statements.

- Monitor the progress of guest or homeowner issues, ensuring they are resolved within the designated time frame.

- Exercise independent judgment in proactively identifying issues or quality assurance concerns at the properties and taking appropriate action to address them and/or assign rectification duties to other field operations personnel.

- Coordinate and/or overseeing housekeeping or routine rental maintenance tasks.

- Ensuring all homes have appropriate inventory levels of consumables and linens.

- Implemente marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and drive sales growth in the assigned area.

- Promote a positive work environment through open communication channels between employees at all levels of the organization.

- Train and mentor new employees.

Housekeeper

Lessen
10.2020 - 04.2021

- Disinfected and mopped bathrooms to keep facilities sanitary and clean.

- Cleaned and stocked guest rooms by replacing used towels and linens vacuuming floors, making beds, and restocking bathroom items.

- Collaborated with other housekeeping staff to complete tasks efficiently and effectively.

- Vacuumed rugs and carpeted areas in common areas and guest bedrooms.

- Maintained a spotless environment for guests through diligent daily housekeeping tasks.

- Maximized efficiency of housekeeping operations through effective communication with team members and supervisors.

Line Cook/Cashier Assistant

Kneaders Bakery & Cafe
01.2020 - 03.2020

- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.

- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.

- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.

- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.

- Operated front cash register as well as drive through.

-Improved kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep tasks and effectively organizing workstations.

Housekeeper

Marriot Springhill Suites
01.2019 - 01.2020

- Dust and polishing furniture and fixtures.

- Disinfect and clean toilets, showers/bathtubs, countertops, and sinks to keep facilities sanitary.

- Maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen/coffee area, refilled consumables as needed.

- Make beds and change linens.

- Clean mirrors and windows.

- Vacuum and deep clean carpets.

- Maintain all cleaning equipment, supplies, and products; ensure safe and sanitary storage and care of products.

- Perform general sweeping, scrubbing, mopping of hardwood, laminate, or tiled floors as needed.

- Collaborated with other housekeeping staff to complete tasks efficiently and effectively.

- Upheld high standards of sanitation in common areas, contributing to an inviting atmosphere for guests.

- Maximized efficiency of housekeeping operations through effective communication with team members and supervisors.

Education

GED -

Department Of Education
Phoenix, AZ
08-2013

Certificate of Technical Studies - Medical Field

Apollo College
Phoenix, AZ
06-2013

Skills

    - Leadership and Team management

    - Operations management

    - Customer service

    - Time management and multitasking

    - Property management and customer relations

    - Attention to detail and organization

    - Maintenance oversight

Timeline

Assistant Area Manager

AvantStay
04.2021 - 01.2025

Housekeeper

Lessen
10.2020 - 04.2021

Line Cook/Cashier Assistant

Kneaders Bakery & Cafe
01.2020 - 03.2020

Housekeeper

Marriot Springhill Suites
01.2019 - 01.2020

GED -

Department Of Education

Certificate of Technical Studies - Medical Field

Apollo College
Valerie Galat