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Chloe Kingdon

Sunshine Coast,QLD

Summary

Friendly, reliable, and highly organized professional with strong front desk and customer service experience gained from working in a fast-paced hotel environment. Skilled in managing high volumes of phone and email communication, welcoming guests, and handling inquiries with professionalism and discretion. Known for maintaining a calm, upbeat demeanor under pressure and providing exceptional service with a personal touch. Adept at multitasking, scheduling, and using booking or communication systems.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Guest Services Agent/Front Desk Receptionist

Direct Collective
Sunshine Coast, Queensland
12.2024 - Current

Lowanna Beach Resort - Hotel and Mixed-use property

  • Served as the first point of contact for guests, residents, tenants, and owner-occupiers in a dynamic, mixed-use property environment.
  • Responding to emails, phone calls and queries throughout the day.
  • Managed all front desk operations including guest check-ins/outs, payment processing (direct debit, pay-on-arrival, third-party, virtual credit cards), and issuing invoices and deposits.
  • Oversaw housekeeping operations: scheduled rosters, tracked daily progress, inspected cleaned units, and processed and approved staff timesheets.
  • Conducted room inspections post-stay; handled damage assessments, guest charges, and incident documentation.
  • Coordinated routine and emergency maintenance, liaising with tradespeople and contractors for plumbing, electrical, lift systems, and building construction.
  • Handled key control audits and managed secure programming of lift access for various zones within the property.
  • Managed conflict resolution with challenging guests, including individuals under supervision (e.g., ankle monitors), evictions, and disputes.
  • Monitored fire and smoke alarm, flooding systems; coordinated with emergency services during incidents and alarms.
  • Collected, sorted, and distributed mail and parcels for long-term residents and owner-occupiers.
  • Performed financial follow-ups for outstanding payments and coordinated debt recovery efforts.
  • Maintained accurate logs, ensured compliance with building safety protocols, and supported both short-term and long-term occupants in a fast-paced hospitality-residential hybrid setting.
  • Providing local area information, restaurant recommendations, and concierge-style assistance
  • Handling guest complaints with professionalism and finding solutions quickly (conflict resolution)
  • RMS
  • shift handovers
  • filing documents, reports, lost and found logs

Security & Safety

  • Monitoring CCTV or surveillance systems
  • Conducting property walkthroughs and reporting suspicious activity
  • Enforcing hotel policies (noise complaints, smoking)

Technology Use

  • Operating POS systems, EFTPOS, and booking engines
  • Basic troubleshooting of guest Wi-Fi, TV, or phone issues
  • Updating digital signage or guest information systems

Bartender

Headland Golf Club
Sunshine Coast, QLD
02.2024 - 01.2025
  • Managed cash drawer at the end of each shift ensuring accuracy of funds received.
  • Checked identification cards for proof of age prior to serving alcohol beverages.
  • Performed opening and closing duties including restocking supplies.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
  • Developed good working relationships with fellow employees through effective communication.
  • Prepared alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to recipe standards.
  • Followed safety protocols while handling sharp tools or dangerous chemicals.
  • Assisted in setting up the bar for service shift.
  • Monitored guests' alcohol consumption levels to prevent over-intoxication or underage drinking.
  • Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
  • Adhered to state regulations regarding serving alcohol responsibly.

Supermarket Worker

Foodland
Adelaide, South Australia
01.2022 - 01.2024
  • Greeted customers upon entry into the store and thanked them for their patronage at checkout.
  • Balanced daily receipts against total sales according to company procedures.
  • Processed customer payments by cash, check, credit cards and gift cards accurately.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while following company policies regarding returns, exchanges, refunds.
  • Maintained a clean work area, including wiping down counters and cleaning spills immediately.
  • Operated the cash register efficiently to ensure accurate tracking of all transactions.
  • Assisted customers with locating items in the store and provided product information when necessary.

Education

High School Diploma -

Woodcroft College
Morphett Vale, SA
11-2023

Bachelor of Paramedicine -

University of The Sunshine Coast
Sunshine Coast, QLD

Skills

  • Strong interpersonal skills with a cheerful demeanor
  • Time management
  • Effective communication
  • Problem solving
  • Customer rapport
  • Patience and composure

References

Monique Bakker

Building Manager

Ph: 0431 750 058

beachbure@hotmail.com

Jason O'brien 

Resident at Lowanna Beach Resort

0418 831 533

jjdaobrien@gmail.com

Timeline

Guest Services Agent/Front Desk Receptionist

Direct Collective
12.2024 - Current

Bartender

Headland Golf Club
02.2024 - 01.2025

Supermarket Worker

Foodland
01.2022 - 01.2024

High School Diploma -

Woodcroft College

Bachelor of Paramedicine -

University of The Sunshine Coast
Chloe Kingdon