KENDAL
GROVE -SMITH
Frederick, MD
********@*****.***
Objective
Dedicated hospitality professional with extensive
experience in customer service and team
management. Seeking to transition into a new
career path where I can leverage my strong
communication skills, problem solving abilities,
and ability to work in fast-paced environments.
Eager to bring my transferable skills and passion
for learning new things to a new industry.
education
Governor Thomas Johnson High School
High School Diploma
experience:
General Manager, Days Inn by Wyndham
February 2020 – August 2023
• Oversaw daily hotel operations, hired, trained
and supervised a team of approximately 25
employees
• Developed and implemented strategies to drive
revenue growth and increase occupancy rates
• Conducted regular inspections and ensured
compliance with health/safety regulations, as
well as hotel policies
• Handled guest inquiries, complaints and
resolved any issue that arose
• Managed all A/R and A/P accounts, remarkably
increased on-time payments
Assistant General Manager, Days Inn by Wyndham
May 2015 – February 2020
• Assisted the GM in overseeing daily hotel
operations, along with hiring and training
including Front Desk, Housekeeping and
Maintenance departments
• Implemented process improvements in
collaboration with department leaders resulting
in elevated guest satisfaction and operational
efficiency
Front Desk Agent
June 2011 – May 2015
• Delivered outstanding customer service by
promptly greeting, checking in guests, and
ensuring all interactions established a positive
impression
• Created/Edited/Canceled reservations bookings
by phone or email
• Coordinated room reservations, room allocations
and handled special guest requests with precision
• Maintained the reception area, answered phones,
and kept office equipment in order