Ms. Frances Gandeza-Castro
San Diego, California 92126
Telephone 408-***-**** or 619-***-****
*********@*****.***
Objective: To secure a position where I can utilize my skills, job
experience and knowledge with an opportunity for
growth and advancement. Contribute my time and
knowledge, commitment, and skills to progress of the
company.
Work Experience:
June '05 - August '14 The Palo Alto Condominium Owners' Association
Office Manager - Facility Administrative Assistant
Property Management 101 Units
. Responsible for a wide range of duties including
Report to Building Manager, Process any request from
The Board Of Directors
. Maintained positive rapport with customers aimed at
offering a positive experience
. Post all miscellaneous charges for work orders,
postage, faxes; copies & etc. (generate monthly
computer report of miscellaneous charges on the 10th
of every month. Fax statements to a financial
association. Prepare Invoices separately for tenants.
. Maintain Petty Cash - Disburses petty cash by
recording entry; verifying documentation.
. Office Files (Use Claris works for correspondence and
quicken for generating computer reports for the general
manger and the board of directors. Provide Escrow Company
with the copies of CC&R's, By Laws, Rules and Regulations
and all other governing documents.
. Maintain a positive attitude; courteously greet
clients - answers phones (take accurate and complete
messages.)
. Send & Accept Packages (USPS Service, Fedex, UPS)
. Generates Payroll & Accounts Payable & PO's
(Code Bills & verifies that the bills are correct,
and if not, works with vendors to investigate and
resolve any discrepancies before payment
. With the Executive Director, prepare meeting agendas
and supporting material for distribution. Ensure the
timely distribution of material to the Board. Support
the Board with meeting, travel and other
arrangements. Create action list for management staff
from board meetings
. Forward incoming general e-mails to the appropriate
staff member
. Forward voice mail from the general mailbox to the
appropriate staff member
. Purchase, receive and store the office supplies
ensuring that basic supplies are always available
November '01 -April '14 Channing House - Retirement Home
Medical Front Office Receptionist - Operator
. Monitoring Emergency Calls and All Access Doors
. Update All Residents Information
. Process In/Outgoing Mail- Packages
. Excellent Customer Service -Residents (Make
Reservations Events)Clerical - Filing, Answering
Multiple Phone Lines and Data Entry
November '01 - April '04 HP/ Applied Materials - Barton Protective
Services
Receptionist - Lobby Officer
. Ensure First Impressions Of The Company (On a daily basis)
. Maintain Customer Service in a neat orderly, professional,
and business-like manner
. DAR - Maintain Daily Activity Report [screen all pedestrian
traffic in/out of the lobby] Access Control
. Work with building tenants and managers to provide
additional value added services
. Answering Calls Daily - Directing the calls in accordance
with procedure
. Trained New Staff Members - Planning/Scheduling Customer's
Meeting
. Data Entry - Clerical *Monthly Statistics Report
May '00 - September '01 Exodus Communication - AMS
Executive Administration Assistant (Secretarial)
. Assisting Executive Administration & Sales, and Pinkerton
Security & etc... (Accepts & Accomplishes challenging
Assignments) Manage All Front Lobby Receptionist
. Proficient Switchboard Operator - Answering 300+ Calls
Daily
. Updates Information in the database (Data Entry - Filing
Documents)
. Coordinate/Scheduling Meetings - Maintain Inventory Office
Supplies
. Book Flight & Hotel Reservations
Education
. Fremont High School Graduated 1999
. Mission College 2 Years Business Mgt. 2001-2002
Basic Computer Skills
Qualifications & Strengths:
Microsoft WordExcel/ Outlook, Lotus Notes Database,
Power Point
Internet Explorer
Certified Guard Card - Adult CPR/AED - Standard First
Aid
-Ideation, Focus, Responsibilty, Consistency, and
Strategic
-Pays attention to detail, problem solving skills,
accuracy, and an ability to become proficient in
Microsoft Word, Excel.
-Good communication
-Experienced Hospitality Management and fast-paced
work environment
Seasonal 2nd Jobs
Experienced
. Costco - Inventory Sales Wholesale
Sunnyvale, Ca. 1997 - 1998
. Tablots Stanford Shopping Center
1998 - 1999 - Sales Associate
. Larkspur Landing Hotel Hospitality
1999 - 2001 Receptionist / Customer Service
Supervisor/ Cashier