Grethel Fernandez
*** ******* ***** **. ( Mount Juliet, TN 37122 (
****************@*****.*** 305-***-****
Qualifications Summary
Highly personable Human Resources Generalist with excellent Human Resources
and Payroll background with a verifiable record of accomplishment spanning
five years. Goal-oriented individual with strong leadership capabilities,
bilingual, recognized as a results-oriented and solution-focused person.
Productive and efficient work habits without supervision. Self-motivator
with high energy. Expert communicator - able to resolve conflicts and
negotiate win - win outcomes.
o Payroll processing experience including recruiting and employee
benefits.
o Proven ability managing trainings and employee orientation programs.
o Expertise in resolving escalated employees or customers issues.
o Talent for identifying people needs and presenting appropriate
company product and service offerings.
o Demonstrated ability to handle currency accurately and provide
exceptional follow-up.
o Secured numerous company achievement awards for delivery of
exceptional customer service and strong organizational skills.
o Proficient with Microsoft Office System (including Microsoft Word,
Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint , Microsoft Access, and
Microsoft Outlook ). People Soft, ADP Time Saver, PayForce and other
specialized payroll systems.
Professional Experience
MILLENNIUM MAXWELL HOUSE - Nashville, TN 2007 to
Present
Human Resources Coordinator/Benefits Administrator
Serve as Human Resources Coordinator/Benefits Administrator for a hotel
with over 185 employees.
Provide high level administrative support to HR office playing a key role
in recruitment. Process payroll and oversee employee benefits. Manage
monthly billing, office supplies, expense accounts and safety meetings.
Manage leave-of-absence programs, develop orientations and personnel
records.
. Instrumental in improving employee-satisfaction ratings through
suggestion, development, and implementation of new Employee Relations
programs.
. Increased service levels to hourly and salary employees during the new
hire process.
. Dramatically reduced worker's compensation injuries by implementing
safety basis.
. Received outstanding positive comments from team members on employee
reviews, as well as exceptional feedback from senior management.
RITZ CARLTON COCONUT GROVE - Miami, FL 2002
to 2007
Paymaster/Human Resources Coordinator (2006 to 2007)
Promoted to process payroll for over 240 employees. Managed employee
commissions, deductions and benefits. Monitored the distribution of
paychecks as well as direct deposit program. Assisted in all HR duties
including employee relations and trainings.
. Received numerous accolades from senior management for consistently
providing excellent service and tactfully resolving sensitive employee
issues.
. Played key role in reducing labor costs by recommending staff
scheduling changes.
. Selected to assist in the reopening of the Ritz Carlton New Orleans
(After hurricane Katrina).
General Cashier (2005 to 2006)
Managed the daily deposits to the bank and successfully oversaw monthly
audits to the cashiers. Reconciled bank balances and recorded general
ledger entries. Handled house bank of $30,000.00 and managed billing
inquiries. Resolved customer billing complains in collaboration with
respective agency and other departments.
. Dramatically enhanced guests-satisfaction ratings by expediting all
claims and ensuring a high degree of accuracy.
. Received Customer Service Award for outstanding track record of
positive customer feedback.
Housekeeping Supervisor (2002 to 2005)
Supervised the daily operations of the Department. Leaded 40 employees and
provided them with the tools to maintain and increase service levels to the
guests.
. Achieved perfect score on Guest Satisfaction Surveys.
Education and Training
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering GPA=3.30 ( University of Havana
- La Havana, Cuba
Enrolled in MBA Program in Human Resources - Walden University
Certifications/nominations
Staff Interview Analyst (FL, 2006), Peer Review Panelist (FL, 2006),
Service for Success (TN, 2008)
CE Credits SHRM (Nashville TN, 2009)
Five Star Employee - The Ritz Carlton, Miami FL / Millennium Maxwell House,
Nashville TN