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Work history
Education
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Jade Farquhar

Telford,United Kingdom

Summary

Eight years of experience as a Duty Manager and Hotel Receptionist, showcasing reliability and a strong work ethic. Proven ability to manage teams effectively while demonstrating quick learning and problem-solving skills. Exceptional time management and proficient in various IT systems.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Duty Manager/Receptionist

Charter Hotels & Bars
Telford
06.2025 - Current

Managed front desk operations to ensure efficient check-in and check-out processes.

Assisted guests with inquiries, delivering exceptional customer service and support.

Coordinated room bookings via property management systems (rezlynx, opera and Bart) to maximise occupancy rates.

Supervised housekeeping staff to maintain cleanliness and adherence to hotel standards.

  • Standing in for Hotel Manager when on annual leave.
  • Healthy and safety compliance.
  • Trained new staff on operational procedures and customer service expectations to enhance team performance.
  • Assisted in budgeting and forecasting activities to ensure cost-effectiveness.
  • Led by example, embodying positive work ethic and motivating staff for peak performance.

Receptionist

Premier Inn
Telford, United Kingdom
03.2017 - 06.2025

Welcomed guests upon arrival, delivering exceptional customer service.

Managed phone calls and inquiries to ensure effective communication with guests.

Coordinated room bookings using hotel management systems to optimise reservations.

Maintained cleanliness of reception area, fostering a welcoming atmosphere.

Collaborated with hotel staff to enhance operational efficiency and guest satisfaction.

Resolved guest complaints promptly, ensuring timely issue resolution.

Tracked complaints meticulously until full resolution was achieved.

Recorded visitor entries accurately for security compliance.

Stood in as Hotel Manager while manager is on annual Leave.

Regional Employee Representative

Premier Inn
01.2019 - 07.2022
  • responsibility's included reporting to the trade union often and senior management on hot topics.
  • Conducted market research to identify potential leads.
  • Promoted product knowledge, enhanced sales performance.

DWP Administrator(Volunteer)

DWP-Wellington JobCentre
08.2016 - 08.2016
  • Nick my manager at the time gave me numerous of roles to undertake some of the being:
  • -I provided suitable vacancies for groups "job club" sessions to newly unemployed customers.
  • -Furthermore I supported customers who find it difficult to use the computer, in addition I asked customers to fill out a survey form if they had time.
  • -Created and designed logos for their latest vacancies cover sheet.
  • - I learnt how to use the DWP telephony and then undertook customer contact to remind customers of upcoming employer interviews.
  • - Utilised basic elements of Microsoft word and excel to produce business cards ect.

Sales Assistant

International School of Helderberg Cafe
01.2015 - 10.2015
  • Duties were to manage (balance) books, re-stock products, Basic Customer Service, Do monthly SWOT analysis on the cafe.

waitress

Spur Restaurant
  • Part time during school events I did shadow work at spur restaurant, in which i served food and took orders, With the help of my appointed waiter/ waitress.

Education

IGCSEs -

International School of Helderberg
Cape Town South Africa
01.2012 - 10.2015

A-Levels -

Cambridge University
International School of Helderberg

Skills

  • Complaint handling
  • Team training
  • Strong leadership
  • Staff management
  • Maintaining consistent performance
  • Problem solver
  • Positive attitude
  • Administrative skills
  • Organised
  • Detail-oriented
  • Time Efficient
  • First Aid Trained
  • Call handling
  • Multi-tasking
  • Housekeeping
  • Flexible

Accomplishments

  • Stand in Hotel Manager while Hotel Manager is on annual Leave.
  • Got given Regional Employee Representative Role twice.
  • I was appointed best trainer of our software Programme(Bart & Opera) For new beginners within my Region.


Affiliations

Horse Riding

Badminton

Cycling

Travelling

swimming

Spending time with family and friends


Fun Fact about me: I own 11 pets.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Duty Manager/Receptionist

Charter Hotels & Bars
06.2025 - Current

Regional Employee Representative

Premier Inn
01.2019 - 07.2022

Receptionist

Premier Inn
03.2017 - 06.2025

DWP Administrator(Volunteer)

DWP-Wellington JobCentre
08.2016 - 08.2016

Sales Assistant

International School of Helderberg Cafe
01.2015 - 10.2015

IGCSEs -

International School of Helderberg
01.2012 - 10.2015

waitress

Spur Restaurant

A-Levels -

Cambridge University
Jade Farquhar