Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Attributes
Volunteering
Timeline
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Britney Eyman

Somerset West
Britney Eyman

Summary

Creative and practical individual with developed skills in fast-paced hospitality environments, focusing on exceptional customer service and team building. I bring a blend of academic knowledge and practical expertise that allows me to connect meaningfully with individuals while ensuring operational excellence. Demonstrates strong organizational and multitasking abilities.

My passion lies in supporting people through innovative, empathetic, and collaborative approaches, and I am confident that these experiences position me to contribute positively to any company's values and goals.

Overview

5
years of professional experience

Work History

Vergenoegd Low Boutique Hotel and Spa

Hotel Receptionist & Housekeeping Supervisor - Promoted to Assistant Manager
11.2022 - 01.2024

Job overview

  • Supervised all operation teams at 14-room hotel to ensure all duties were completed efficiently and effectively.
  • Created new structures within the hotel, ensuring optimization on time and resources.
  • Held morning meetings to motivate and guide them for the day, and developed a new organizational system to enhance productivity.
  • Boosted guest loyalty with attentive assistance, personalized recommendations, and genuine interactions.
  • Demonstrated adaptability during busy periods by multitasking effectively to manage competing demands without compromising quality of service.
  • Assisted in training new staff on hotel policies and procedures, ensuring consistency in service delivery across all shifts.
  • Contributed to revenue growth by promoting hotel services and upselling available room upgrades or packages.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by maintaining a professional demeanor and collaborating effectively with team members across departments.
  • Monitored hotel's budget and financial records addition to stock purchases.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.

La Main Cleaning Services

Housekeeping Supervisor
10.2022 - 01.2023

Job overview

  • Supervised a team of 10 ensuring detailed cleaning as the houses were located in prestigious estate
  • Enhanced team productivity by providing hands-on and comprehensive training on proper cleaning techniques and equipment use
  • Coordinated the team's house-to-house operations while efficiently delivering laundry to clients, maximizing productivity by multitasking and making use of high time management skills.
  • Built and maintained relationships with clients to establish trust and increase customer satisfaction , successfully bringing in more clients for the business.
  • Developed a new system to keep track of clients preferences as the business became more known.
  • Adapted quickly to changing priorities or emergencies in order to maintain seamless daily operations without compromising guest experience or satisfaction.


Simonzicht Guest House

Hotel Receptionist - Promoted to Assistant Manager
03.2019 - 01.2020

Job overview

  • Managed and trained operational team on the grounds.
  • Maintained high standards across six rooms, guiding team members to enhance guest satisfaction.
  • Coordinated concierge arrangements for guests as needed, liaising with external providers for seamless experiences.
  • Provided breakfast service, including cooking when necessary, to create a welcoming atmosphere.
  • Processed payments, refunds, and confirmation emails; responded to inquiries via phone, email, and in-person
  • Utilized Nightsbridge.
  • Completed daily revenue and extras reports, managed petty cash, and conducted monthly stocktakes
  • Oversaw cash handover and ensured accurate invoice allocations
  • Provided exceptional customer service for a memorable stay, addressing guest inquiries and resolving issues promptly. Successfully had returning clients.
  • Created creative and organized spaces to ensure that equipment and work space areas are easily accessible to avoid wasting time.

Education

University of Stellenbosch
, Stellenbosch, South Africa

Bachelor of Arts Honours from Psychology
12.2024

University Overview

  • Modules: Research Methods, Child Psychology, Psychotherapy, Brain & Behaviour, Social Psychology, Psychopathology.
  • Research Topic in Mindfulness-Based Interventions in Low-Income Communities.
  • GPA: 70%


University of South Africa
, South Africa

Bachelor of Arts from Industrial Psychology and Psychology
12.2023

University Overview

  • Modules: Majored in Industrial Psychology and Psychology.
  • GPA: CUM LAUDE

Oakfield's College
, Somerset West, South Africa

Graduate Certificate from Events Management And Public Relations
12.2018

University Overview

  • Modules:

Event Management, Integrated Marketing Communications, Professional Development, Public Relations, Wedding Planning, Academic Literacy, Vocal Studies, Work Integrated Learning.

  • GPA: CUM LAUDE
  • Recipient of Best Wedding Planner, 2018

Skills

  • Excellent communication skills
  • Workflow Optimization
  • Team Player and Initiative-taking
  • Problem solving
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Client Relationship Management
  • Passionate about client service
  • Creative in content making
  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • SPSS

Attributes

  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Adaptable, Resilient, and Flexible
  • Empathetic
  • Professional, and Service-Oriented
  • Growth Mindset
  • Innovative, Organized, and Proactive
  • Active Listener
  • Hardworking
  • Challenge-driven
  • Creative

Volunteering

Volunteered in community clinics where we presented mental health awareness campaigns to individuals with no access to mental health services. Volunteering increased my ability to present, connect with different individuals who have serious hardships in their lives, and the ability to make use of my environment to produce a fun and informative presentation of topics as no technology was used. 

Timeline

Hotel Receptionist & Housekeeping Supervisor - Promoted to Assistant Manager

Vergenoegd Low Boutique Hotel and Spa
11.2022 - 01.2024

Housekeeping Supervisor

La Main Cleaning Services
10.2022 - 01.2023

Hotel Receptionist - Promoted to Assistant Manager

Simonzicht Guest House
03.2019 - 01.2020

University of Stellenbosch

Bachelor of Arts Honours from Psychology

University of South Africa

Bachelor of Arts from Industrial Psychology and Psychology

Oakfield's College

Graduate Certificate from Events Management And Public Relations
Britney Eyman