
Stephanie Parish
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About me
Guest Operations Manager at Delaware North
Education

University of Central Florida – Rosen College of Hospitality Management
2017 - 2019Master of Science - MS Hospitality and TourismActivities and Societies: The Omicron Delta Kappa National Leadership Honor Society, National Society of Leadership and Success, International Hospitality Management Honor Society

University of Central Florida – Rosen College of Hospitality Management
2014 - 2017Bachelor's degree Hospitality ManagementActivities and Societies: The Omicron Delta Kappa National Leadership Honor Society, National Society of Leadership and Success, International Hospitality Management Honor Society
Experience

Pump It Up
Jul 2011 - May 2016Shift Manager-Interviewed, hired, and trained 100+ event attendants and coordinators.-Completed weekly inventory of 200+ assets and completed orders for refills as necessary.-Handled cash deposits at the end of each day.-Completed weekly schedules for attendants and coordinators to cover event needs.-Answered front desk phone for customer inquiries and created new event reservations as necessary.-Maintained daily cash drawer and Point of Sale/Reservation System.-Took credit card payments for event reservation and for full payment of events and parties.-Coordinated up to 25 events per weekend with 50+ attendees each event.-Social Media content creation for Facebook and Instagram.-Created email template items for bi-weekly email blast to subscribers. Show less

Delaware North
May 2016 - Feb 2017Guest Operations Intern-Assisted with managing 50+ associates in a large-scale operation on a daily basis including opening of the complex and closing for the day.-Collaborated with Director of Environmental, Health and Safety on Hurricane Preparedness documents and checklists.-Created SmartSheet checklist for better access for management team in Hurricane Preparedness.-Tracked inventory of 500+ assets within the department by completing weekly inventory at the end of each week.-Responded to guest inquiries on day of visit and through post-visit surveys.-Ensured ultimate satisfaction for guests with complaints using the company service recovery initiative "SERVE". Show less

Delaware North
Apr 2017 - Apr 2020-Analyze data on social media reviews from TripAdvisor and Google Business and complete weekly reports.-Respond to weekly Google Business and TripAdvisor reviews directly.-Respond to daily Contact Us inquiries submitted through company website.-Validate associates on their customer service skills daily and provide weekly incentives in accomplishing goals.-Research methods to improve the overall guest experience all the way from website accessibility through their entire day (including food and retail locations, shows and exhibits).-Overlooked the ADA accessibility of the complex including the yearly Autism training and researching new methods to improve the overall accessibility of the park. -Lead project coordinator for the complex becoming a Certified Autism Center with the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards.-Assisted the Operations Department with a Guest Assistance Program to better serve guests with disabilities.-Inquired about possible additions of products that would better assist guests with hearing and visual disabilities.-Enhance company moral among front line staff and leadership team with monthly employee appreciation events such as Supernova (employee) of the Month and Leader (manager) of the Quarter.-Coordinated yearly celebration breakfast for all Supernovas (employee) of the Month and Leaders of the Quarter.-Support daily operation with tasks such as but not limited to: responding to service recovery issues, customer service inquiries (lost and found, basic questions)-Complete daily upload of required contract documents for NASA into SharePoint-Assisted with daily operation of the park including the front entrance area with ticket sales, reservation pick up and guest service inquiries. Show less -Managed 50+ associates in a large-scale operation on a daily basis including opening of the complex and closing for the day.-Assisted with on-the-job training and on-boarding of new associates with the coaching of new initiatives and programs.-Supported daily operation with tasks such as but not limited to: incident response, service recovery within the park and through Contact Us inquiries, equipment checklists, and facility walkdowns.-Assisted with configuration for front entrance systems and roll-out of new ticketing system with Gateway Ticketing.-Attended weekly meetings and scheduled roll-outs for new systems to better serve the guest experience.-Confirmed event operations for the week and made sure staffing requirements were up to date.-Tracked inventory of 500+ assets within the department by completing weekly inventory at the end of each week.-Managed WB Mason supply orders for the Operations Department.-Uploaded NASA reports daily into SharePoint.-Updated Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) as necessary with policy changes and updates. Show less -Managed 50+ associates in a large-scale operation on a daily basis including opening of the complex and closing for the day.-Maintained Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) for all exhibits and attractions to make sure all policies and procedures were up to date.-Coordinated an Autism Awareness 3 hour Training and Certification program for 300 associates.-Ensured associates had updated information on new policies and procedures.-Tracked inventory of 500+ assets within the department by completing weekly inventory at the end of each week.-Tracked training of the Payment Card Industry (PCI) for 300+ associates. Show less
GuestPath Administrator
Jan 2020 - Apr 2020Guest Operations Manager
Jun 2018 - Jan 2020Guest Service Supervisor
Apr 2017 - Jun 2018

815south
Sept 2020 - Jan 2021Social Media and Community Management Intern- Analyze data, complete daily reports on community engagement within Facebook community, and manage onboarding and participation of new members.- Support daily operation with tasks such as but not limited to: community management, daily social media posts, and social media interactions management.- Assist with daily check in on active members within community.

Delaware North
May 2021 - nowGuest Operations Manager
Mar 2022 - nowEducation Operations Manager
May 2021 - Apr 2022
Licenses & Certifications

Event Management Certification
University of Central Florida – Rosen College of Hospitality ManagementMay 2019
Honors & Awards
- Awarded to Stephanie ParishDean's List Rosen College of Hospitality Management Nov 2016
- Awarded to Stephanie ParishThe James Beard Foundation Scholarship The James Beard Foundation Aug 2016
- Awarded to Stephanie ParishDean's List Rosen College of Hospitality Management May 2016
Volunteer Experience
Fundraising Volunteer
Issued by Relay For Life of Greater Heights on Jan 2012
Associated with Stephanie ParishCommunity Volunteer
Issued by Brevard County Sheriff's Office on Jan 2009
Associated with Stephanie Parish
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