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Jaclyn Kessler

Great Falls

Summary

Naturally wired for human connection, with 5+ years of high-volume hospitality experience reading people, building trust, and turning conversations into results. Deeply interested in the behavioral psychology behind decision-making — a curiosity that led me to complete formal high-ticket sales training and fuels my drive to excel in a sales career. Enthusiastic to learn more about the sales field inside and out.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Bartender and Server (Seasonal)

The Lodge at Whitefish Lake
Whitefish, MT
05.2023 - 08.2025

Worked across three distinct resort outlets simultaneously during peak season-averaging 80 hours per week while maintaining high performance in each environment

Upsold premium spirits, craft cocktails, and menu upgrades through personalized guest recommendations, increasing average ticket size

Built loyal repeat clientele through relationship-driven service, adapting communication style from casual lakeside guests to fine dining cocktail bar patrons

Resolved guest concerns quickly and professionally, consistently turning negative experiences into positive outcomes

Marina Supervisor and Assistant Manager (Seasonal)

The Lodge at Whitefish Lake
Whitefish, MT
04.2021 - 08.2025

Consulted with customers to match them to the right watercraft rental based on group, size, experience level, and budget- driving consistent upsells from paddlecraft to premium Master craft rentals

Managed high-volume customer interactions in a fast-paced seasonal environment, consistently converting walk-in inquiries into confirmed bookings

Captained guided boat tours, delivering an engaging customer experience that generated repeat business and positive word-of-mouth

Supervised staff and ensured service standards were met across all rental and tour operations

Built rapport quickly with first-time customers to create trust and encourage premium service upgrades

Server

MT Pints
Great Falls, MT
10.2022 - 01.2023

Delivered high-volume table service in a fast-paced sports bar environment, managing large parties while maintaining accuracy and a positive guest experience

Applied suggestive selling techniques to increase check averages through drink, appetizer, and other menu recommendations

Server

Fords Drive In
Great Falls, MT
02.2021 - 05.2022

Provided friendly, efficient curbside and dine-in service in a high-turnover environment, consistently delivering a positive guest experience under pressure

Handled cash transactions and order accuracy across a fast-paced outdoor service setting

Education

Bachelor of Science - Marketing

Montana State University Great Falls
Great Falls

Bachelor of Science - Marketing

Montana State University Billings
Billings, MT
05.2027

Skills

    High-Ticket Sales Training and Closing Techniques

    Discovery and Needs Assessment

    Upselling and Revenue Generation

    Conflict Resolution and Objection Handling

    High-Volume Customer service

    Customer Relationship Management

    Tonality and Persuasive Communication

    Time management and Multitasking

Certification

TIPS

ServeSafe

Interests

Skiing

Surfing

Fitness and working out

Personal Development

Content Creation

Timeline

Bartender and Server (Seasonal)

The Lodge at Whitefish Lake
05.2023 - 08.2025

Server

MT Pints
10.2022 - 01.2023

Marina Supervisor and Assistant Manager (Seasonal)

The Lodge at Whitefish Lake
04.2021 - 08.2025

Server

Fords Drive In
02.2021 - 05.2022

Bachelor of Science - Marketing

Montana State University Great Falls

Bachelor of Science - Marketing

Montana State University Billings
Jaclyn Kessler