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Nia Smith

@niasmith1

Experienced front office manager driving guest service excellence.

United States
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What I'm looking for

I am seeking a hospitality management role where I can lead front-desk teams, improve billing and reservation processes, mentor staff, and contribute to a collaborative, guest-focused environment that values operational excellence and growth.

I am an experienced front office manager with 5+ years in hospitality, leading front-desk operations, payment processing, and reservation management across multiple PMS platforms (Opera, OnQ, Micros). I improve processes, train and mentor teams, and resolve guest disputes with professionalism to uphold brand standards.

I thrive on mentoring staff, streamlining billing and reservation workflows, and enhancing guest satisfaction to drive repeat business and operational efficiency.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

ES
Current

Front Office Manager

Embassy Suites

Jul 2022 - Present (3 years 1 month)

Lead front desk operations while actively working shifts to ensure smooth check-ins, check-outs, and exceptional guest experiences. Oversee payment processing, monthly billing cycles, staff training, and cross-department coordination to resolve guest issues promptly.

ES

Guest Services Supervisor

Embassy Suites

Mar 2021 - Jul 2022 (1 year 4 months)

Provided outstanding guest service and acted as shift supervisor, handling inquiries, special requests, and conflict resolution. Managed billing adjustments, room assignments, and reservation updates while coordinating team operations.

FL

Customer Service Associate

Foot Locker

Sep 2019 - May 2021 (1 year 8 months)

Assisted customers with product selection and consistently met or exceeded individual sales goals while maintaining store appearance. Handled transactions and returns accurately and promoted loyalty programs to drive repeat business.

SM

Server / Hostess / Cashier

Sisters Cafe / Sisters on Main

Jan 2017 - Jul 2020 (3 years 6 months)

Delivered fast, friendly service in busy dining settings and managed front-of-house operations including seating and take-out. Operated point-of-sale systems and handled cash/card transactions with accuracy to ensure customer satisfaction.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

JS

Jefferson High School

High School Diploma, High School

Earned a High School Diploma, graduating in 2019.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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