Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Skills And Experience
Special Achievements
Voluntary Experience
References
Timeline
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Maddyson Oliveira

FIGTREE

Summary

Personable Guest Services Agent skilled in communicating with guests to provide information, resolve challenges and deliver exceptional service. Well-versed in hotel operations and guest account management illustrated over almost 18 months of industry experience.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Guest Service Agent- Permanent Part Time

Sage Hotel Wollongong
11.2022 - Current
  • Expanded my knowledge using and operating POS systems and cash handling (Opera 5 and Opera Cloud).
  • Provided personalized recommendations for attractions and dining options in the area, enhancing guest experiences.
  • Assisted guests with reservations, modifications, and cancellations to meet their travel needs.
  • Communicated problems regarding guest rooms to housekeeping services and maintenance personnel.
  • Streamlined check-in processes for increased efficiency and reduced wait times.
  • Enhanced guest satisfaction by addressing concerns and providing prompt resolutions.
  • Greeted guests upon arrival and offered assistance.
  • Developed strong relationships with repeat customers, fostering loyalty and return visits.
  • Collaborated with housekeeping staff to ensure rooms were prepared and available on time.
  • Acted as liaison between guests and hotel departments to facilitate communication regarding special requests or concerns effectively addressing any issues that arose during their stay.
  • Answered guest inquiries and provided information regarding hotel services and amenities.
  • Maintained a clean and welcoming lobby, ensuring a positive first impression for guests.
  • Assisted guests with check-ins, account inquiries, and any additional services needed.
  • Resolved billing disputes promptly, maintaining professionalism and guest satisfaction throughout the process.
  • Collected room deposits, fees, and payments.
  • Maximized revenue by upselling room upgrades and additional services.
  • Handled cash transactions accurately, balancing daily reports at the end of each shift.
  • Responded to incoming guests, telephone calls, and email inquiries with efficiency and professionalism.

Childcare

Fables on the Mountain
11.2020 - 10.2023
  • Ensure the daily care of every child by following all licensing guidelines and implementing all company standards
  • Help to maintain a fun and interactive classroom that is clean, organised and welcoming
  • Supervise the classroom setting, according to the plans of the room leader when room leader is out of the room
  • Attend all staff meetings and training sessions
  • Prepare morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea and late snack for the children, while modelling table manners.

Cultural Care Au Pair

California
08.2018 - 08.2020
  • Worked/ lived in California with Host Family
  • Responsible for 3 children (2, 7 and 8- at time of starting)
  • Responsible for everyday task with children; school pick up/ drop off, after school activities, playdates during the day
  • Assisting with homework.
  • Enhanced cultural exchange experiences by sharing customs, traditions, and native language with host family members.
  • Collaborated closely with parents to establish consistent routines expectations promoting stability security for their children.
  • Developed strong bonds with host family members resulting in lasting relationships beyond contract term.
  • Maintained open communication with parents regarding their children's progress, needs, and any concerns that arose during the Au Pair placement period.
  • Transported children safely to school, activities and appointments on time.
  • Managed daily schedules effectively, ensuring punctuality for school drop-offs and pick-ups as well as extracurricular activities.

Permanent Part Time Retail Assistant

Jeanswest
09.2013 - 08.2018
  • Assisting store manager with Visual Merchandising change over.
  • Used POS system to process sales, returns, online orders, and gift card activations.
  • Provided efficient customer service by taking the time to help customers
  • Stocked merchandise, clearly labelling items, and arranging according to size or colour.
  • Maintained tidy and organized store environment to comply with cleanliness standards.
  • Interacted with customers proactively, identifying needs and offering suitable product recommendations.
  • Developed communication skills by handling customer enquiries both in-store and over the phone, ensuring their needs and wants were met
  • Enhanced my skills by advising customers on latest fashion trends
  • Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise, and suggested suitable options.
  • Processing and handling inventory; signing off stock deliveries and displaying stock

Education

Diploma -

CHC50113: Diploma of Early Childhood Education And Care
Wollongong
12.2014

High School Diploma -

Figtree High School
12.2013

Skills

  • Guest Services
  • Patience and composure
  • Communication and Sales
  • General Attributes
  • Cash Management
  • Hospitality services
  • Writing and verbal communication
  • Check-in and Check-out Procedures
  • Complaint Handling

Certification

Working With Childrens Check, 10/28/2025, WWC0221760E


Responsible Service of Alcohol, 22/11/2028, CCH11512005

Skills And Experience

  • Completed an overnight Peer Support Camp
  • Babysat for relatives and friends
  • Worked with cash and Eftpos
  • Lived abroad in California

Special Achievements

  • Principals Commendation 2008
  • Year Advisors Award 2008
  • Academic Award 2008 for excellent achievement in year 7
  • Certificate of Participation in 2009 for English Storytelling Competition
  • Bronze Merit Award after receiving numerous awards in 2009
  • Principals Commendation 2010
  • Peer Support Leader 2012
  • Earned my Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care 2014
  • First Aid Certificate

Voluntary Experience

Child Care, Mount St Thomas PS, 2 weeks, 09/2011

References

  • Hayley Lincoln, Team Leader, Sage Hotel Wollongong, 0412 668 489
  • Nicolette Photopoulos, Previous Room Leader, Fables on the Mountain, 0433 636 165
  • Chris Cleary, Ex Manager, Jeanswest Wollongong, 0410 563 353

Timeline

Guest Service Agent- Permanent Part Time

Sage Hotel Wollongong
11.2022 - Current

Childcare

Fables on the Mountain
11.2020 - 10.2023

Cultural Care Au Pair

California
08.2018 - 08.2020

Permanent Part Time Retail Assistant

Jeanswest
09.2013 - 08.2018

Diploma -

CHC50113: Diploma of Early Childhood Education And Care

High School Diploma -

Figtree High School
Maddyson Oliveira