Summary
Work History
Education
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Server

Mel Hincks

Port Lincoln,SA

Summary

Driven all round Hospitality Worker offering in-depth experience in administration of vital business projects and processes. Excellent communicator and project manager with strengths in daily operations management, workflow improvements and customer service. Hospitality Worker offering in-depth experience in administration of vital business projects and processes. Excellent communicator and project manager with strengths in daily operations management, workflow improvements and customer service.

Enthusiastic, eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of all areas in hospitality. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in this industry.

Work History

Administrative Office Manager

Grand Tasman Hotel
Port Lincoln, South Australia
04.2010 - Current

Payroll

Cash Handling

Debtors

Correspondence

Accommodation Bookings

Weekly & Monthly Balancing

Atm Refills

Customer Service

Rostering

H&L System

Computer skills

Helping in other areas of the hotel eg Gaming, TAB, Food & Beverage service

  • Established workflow processes, monitored daily productivity and implemented modifications to improve overall performance of personnel.
  • Developed and implemented policies and procedures and scaled for growth.
  • Monitored and evaluated personnel performance to complete annual reviews, recommend advancement or address productivity concerns.
  • Managed daily database administration of PeopleSoft.
  • Created document management system to reduce paper usage and improve accuracy of tracking.
  • Coordinated with office head to establish and monitor operating budget.
  • Assisted office head in planning and execution of office renovation by coordinating movement of office furniture, files and employees during construction.
  • Aggregated and analyzed data related to administrative costs to prepare budgets for corporate-level management.
  • Created new employee handbook, IT policies and disaster recovery procedures.
  • Implemented new training programs for administrative personnel on office operations and latest technologies.

Hotel Duty Manager

Grand Tasman Hotel
Port Lincoln, South Australia
03.2000 - Current

Supervision of staff

Rosters

Gaming, TAB

Handling customer complaints

Restock of Bars

Stock Takes (H&L system)

  • Handled guest complaints and offered complimentary services to maintain high guest satisfaction rates.
  • Provided exceptional service and assistance to guests upon check-in.
  • Hired and trained new employees, demonstrating best methods for serving clients and guests.
  • Provided services efficiently and with high level of accuracy.
  • Increased customer service ratings through personable service.
  • Greeted and assisted guests by gathering information pertaining to reservations or requests.
  • Coordinated with waitstaff to regularly clean buffet areas and refill hot and cold items quickly.

Bar Attendant

Grand Tasman Hotel
Port Lincoln, South Australia
11.1995 - Current
  • Maintained neat, clean and professional appearance to meet business dress code policy.
  • Maintained knowledge of menu items, liquor brands, beers and non-alcoholic selections to enhance customer experience and expedite service.
  • Adhered to alcohol policies and procedures and complied with local and state laws.
  • Operated and closed down bar station according to sanitation regulations and safety standards.
  • Notified management of guest complaints for quick, effective resolution.
  • Cleaned and stocked kitchen and bar inventory and placed orders for additional products and supplies.
  • Checked ID cards and verified bar guests were of legal age.
  • Delivered food to customers at bar and tables.
  • Learned how to make wide variety of mixed drinks.
  • Kept close eye on customers to quickly spot leaving guests and clear tables for future patrons.
  • Restocked ice, condiments and snacks.
  • Collected trash, wiped up spills and removed trays to maintain fresh and clean customer areas.
  • Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
  • Transported dirty utensils, dishes and trays to kitchen to help team stay on top of cleaning.
  • Handled cash on daily basis, which built trustworthiness and loyalty with owners.
  • Maintained adequate levels of condiments and well-stocked drink stations to keep service flowing smoothly.
  • Replaced empty kegs and soda syrups.
  • Assisted cashiers with processing customer payments and documenting orders.
  • Poured and prepared mixed drinks for over customers daily.
  • Upsold daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals.
  • Checked dining area supplies of linens, wrapped silverware and replenished low stock.
  • Waited on customers at bar and at table bar area.
  • Managed customer deliveries and assisted with carrying out orders to promote maximum satisfaction.

Lecturer in Hospitality

CEG & TAFE Port Lincoln SA
Port Lincoln, SA
01.2008 - 11.2008

Prepared and conducted Training for Students

in Hospitality components

  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
  • Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.

Education

Certificate in Hospitality - Hospitality

Tea Tree Gully TAFE
Adelaide, SA
09.1995

High School Diploma -

Cleve Area School
Cleve, SA
11.1994

Skills

  • Policy and procedure modification
  • Documentation and control
  • Credit and collections
  • Database administration
  • Workflow planning
  • Relationship building
  • Payroll and budgeting
  • Account Reconciliation
  • Scheduling
  • Bookkeeping
  • Staff Management
  • MS Office
Mel Hincks