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Cynthia Anicama Yataco

Cynthia Anicama Yataco

Manoora,QLD

Summary

I am a customer-focused hospitality professional with over 8 years of experience across front office, housekeeping, and room operations. I specialize in delivering exceptional guest service, leading teams, and ensuring seamless hotel operations that reflect the highest standards. In my roles as Room Assistant Manager, Housekeeping Supervisor, and Front of House Team Leader, I have consistently gone above and beyond to meet guest needs, resolve issues promptly, and create welcoming, memorable experiences. I believe great service is built on empathy, attention to detail, and a proactive attitude. I have successfully trained and mentored staff, helping new team members gain the skills and confidence to provide top-tier service. I’m passionate about building strong teams that work collaboratively to exceed guest expectations and maintain brand excellence. Known for my hands-on leadership, reliability, and communication skills, I’m confident in my ability to handle busy, high-pressure environments with professionalism and a positive approach. I’m now seeking the opportunity to bring my guest-first mindset, operational knowledge, and leadership skills to a forward-thinking hospitality team.


Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Room Assistant Manager / Housekeeping Supervisor

Gilligan’s Hotel & Resort
07.2023 - Current
  • Led a team of room attendants to deliver seamless service and consistently exceptional guest experiences. Supervised daily operations of the housekeeping and guest service departments, ensuring high standards of cleanliness, efficiency, and guest satisfaction.
  • Collaborated with the room management team to monitor occupancy levels and adjust staffing and workload distribution accordingly for optimal efficiency.
  • Promptly addressed and resolved guest complaints and service issues, maintaining a strong focus on customer satisfaction and fostering guest loyalty.
  • Trained and mentored new staff members, providing onboarding, coaching, and guidance on hotel policies, service standards, and safety protocols.
  • Monitored housekeeping team performance to ensure all guest rooms were cleaned to the highest brand standards and prepared in a timely manner.
  • Ensured strict adherence to company policies and procedures regarding guest interactions, cleanliness, hygiene, and workplace safety.
  • Conducted performance reviews, identified development opportunities, and supported staff growth and career progression through targeted development plan

Trainee Room Division Management

The Reef Hotel Casino
03.2022 - 09.2022
  • Supervised a team of 18 housekeeping staff, ensuring compliance with cleanliness and service standards, resulting in an increase in guest satisfaction scores. Implemented training programs for new staff on effective cleaning techniques and customer service, fostering a positive work environment and improving team productivity. Collaborated with front office staff to manage room availability and ensure timely turnover of rooms, utilizing reservation systems such as opera. Developed and maintained inventory management processes for housekeeping supplies, reducing costs through efficient purchasing and utilization.

Food And Beverage Assistant

Mayfair Hotel
11.2021 - 06.2022
  • Responsible for coordinating the Mayflower High-Tea event, including guest greeting, order taking, food and beverage service, and maintaining a clean, organized dining area throughout all service periods.
  • Managed bookings for breakfast, lunch, and high-tea using the Opera property management system, ensuring accurate seating arrangements and service flow.
  • Handled billing and cash receipting for each service, maintaining accuracy and accountability in payment processing.
  • Worked closely with the front desk to validate guest breakfast packages, cross-checking information within Opera to ensure guest entitlements and smooth service delivery.
  • Maintained a strong focus on guest satisfaction, proactive communication, and efficient coordination across service teams.

Food And Beverage Assistant

Qantas
03.2021 - 01.2022
  • Provide the highest standard of quality and attention to detail through all phases of service making sure of an impeccable buffet experience for every guest who comes to the lounge. Ensure proper food handling procedures were followed including wrapping, labeling and refilling according to the food time sheet. Provided assistance with monthly inventory control and product orders. Explain the menu to guests, assisting those with special dietary needs or preferences as well as provide suitable assistance when recommending beverages. accuracy whilst ordering and delivering food and beverage orders. Set-up and maintained an aesthetically pleasing and well stocked arrangement for all refreshments and food offered to our guests.

Food And Beverage Assistant

Qantas
09.2018 - 03.2020
  • Explain the menu to guests, assisting those with special dietary needs or preferences as well as provide suitable assistance when recommending beverages. Maximize sales opportunities by upselling items. Ensure accuracy whilst ordering and delivering food and beverage orders. Use Micros to place orders. Liaise with the Kitchen on special requests or delayed meals. Clear and reset tables as well as ensuring service areas are clean and tidy. Maintain standards of hygiene for food handling and presentation. Promote a safe workplace by recognizing hazards and promoting general OHS

Dining Room Associate

Norwegian Cruise Lines - Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd
02.2017 - 09.2017
  • Assisted in taking accurate food orders while providing customers with detailed menu information to enhance their dining experience. Greeted and served guests warmly, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction in a fast-paced environment.
  • Collaborated closely with the assistant waiter and kitchen staff to ensure clear communication, order accuracy, and timely delivery of food and beverages. Proactively checked in with guests to confirm they were enjoying their meals and promptly addressed any concerns.
  • Managed billing processes by presenting bills and handling customer payments efficiently and professionally.
  • Demonstrated strong teamwork, effective communication, and a customer-focused approach to support smooth restaurant operations.

Dining Room Associate

Norwegian Cruise Lines - Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd
12.2015 - 08.2016
  • Maintained thorough knowledge of menu items, beverages, onboard activities, and ship itineraries to provide accurate information and enhance the guest experience.
  • Assisted with buffet operations during morning service, ensuring smooth flow and high standards of presentation and cleanliness.
  • Reported directly to the Assistant Maître D and Maître D, supporting overall dining room operations and guest satisfaction.

Front of house

The Westin Key West Resort & Marina
07.2014 - 07.2015
  • During the first phase of my internship, I was responsible for managing reservations through OpenTable, phone, and walk-in guests, ensuring a smooth and professional front-of-house experience. I tracked and resolved guest concerns promptly, coordinated section assignments for waitstaff, and supported supervisors with daily operations. I also assisted waiters with order taking and ensured guest satisfaction during high-volume periods.
  • The second part of my internship focused on developing leadership and management skills. I gained hands-on experience in supervising service flow, supporting team coordination, and applying proactive problem-solving to improve both team performance and guest satisfaction.

Event Coordinator (Junior Level)

Karim & Naydu – Banquets services
03.2013 - 06.2014
  • Assisted in planning, organizing, and executing events to ensure smooth operations and exceptional guest experiences. Coordinated with vendors, venue staff, and internal teams to manage logistics, setup, and breakdown.
  • Supported guest services by greeting attendees, addressing inquiries, and assisting with registration and seating arrangements.
  • Monitored event schedules and timelines, ensuring all activities ran on time and according to plan.
  • Handled administrative tasks such as preparing event materials, managing RSVPs, and maintaining accurate records.
  • Contributed to post-event evaluations to identify opportunities for improvement and enhance future events.

Food And Beverage Assistant

Timberline Four Seasons Resort
12.2012 - 03.2013
  • Resort hotel at beautiful Timberline Mountain in West Virginia was a part of work and travel student program for two summers in a row. Breakfast buffet and casual lunch and dinner service at the Cafeteria, with themed weekend specialty dinner buffets. During these two winter internships I have went through complete training in Food and Beverage department and Front Desk department. Great amount of experience comes from working at this property. This is where I have made my first steps towards very rich hospitality career.

Front Desk Staff

Timberline Four Seasons Resort
12.2011 - 03.2012
  • Giving information to the guests about hotel services. Assigning rooms, check in check out operations. Managing the reservations in Opera System, telephone and walk-in. Reporting the status of the rooms, issues with rooms and sales. Upgrading the room

Education

Master's Degree - Hospitality Administration/Management

ICHM
09.2022

Diploma and Advance Diploma - Travel and Exploration

Academies Australasia Polytechnic
03.2020

Master of Business Administration - Travel and Exploration

Academies Australasia Polytechnic
03.2019

Customer service proficiency certificate - undefined

Universidad de San Martín de Porres
12.2015

Bachelor's Degree - Hospitality Administration/Management

Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas
01.2014

Skills

  • Scheduling
  • Venue Management
  • Adaptation
  • Team player attitude
  • Safety awareness
  • Customer service focus
  • Efficient work ethic

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Room Assistant Manager / Housekeeping Supervisor

Gilligan’s Hotel & Resort
07.2023 - Current

Trainee Room Division Management

The Reef Hotel Casino
03.2022 - 09.2022

Food And Beverage Assistant

Mayfair Hotel
11.2021 - 06.2022

Food And Beverage Assistant

Qantas
03.2021 - 01.2022

Food And Beverage Assistant

Qantas
09.2018 - 03.2020

Dining Room Associate

Norwegian Cruise Lines - Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd
02.2017 - 09.2017

Dining Room Associate

Norwegian Cruise Lines - Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd
12.2015 - 08.2016

Front of house

The Westin Key West Resort & Marina
07.2014 - 07.2015

Event Coordinator (Junior Level)

Karim & Naydu – Banquets services
03.2013 - 06.2014

Food And Beverage Assistant

Timberline Four Seasons Resort
12.2012 - 03.2013

Front Desk Staff

Timberline Four Seasons Resort
12.2011 - 03.2012

Diploma and Advance Diploma - Travel and Exploration

Academies Australasia Polytechnic

Master of Business Administration - Travel and Exploration

Academies Australasia Polytechnic

Customer service proficiency certificate - undefined

Universidad de San Martín de Porres

Bachelor's Degree - Hospitality Administration/Management

Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas

Master's Degree - Hospitality Administration/Management

ICHM
Cynthia Anicama Yataco