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Mena Ghatas

Mena Ghatas

Melbourne,VIC

Summary

Talented Manager with expert team leadership, planning and organizational skills built during successful career. Smoothly equip employees to independently handle daily functions and meet customer needs. Diligent trainer and mentor with exceptional management abilities and results-driven approach.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages

Work History

Holiday Homes Manager

J5 Hotels & J5 Holiday Homes
06.2019 - 04.2023
  • Directing and overseeing reservation, reception, room service and housekeeping activities.
  • Supervising security arrangements, and garden and property maintenance.
  • Planning and supervising bar, restaurant, function and conference activities.
  • Assessing and reviewing customer satisfaction.
  • Overseeing accounting and purchasing activities.
  • Ensuring compliance with occupational health and safety regulations.
  • Provide guests with local tourism information, and arrange tours and transportation.

Butler Team Leader

Jumeirah Dar Al Masyaf
10.2017 - 05.2019
  • Handle guest feedback efficiently.
  • Provide advice, guidance and support to the butlers in the areas of the training, quality an development.
  • Evaluate operations in order to identify training needs.
  • Liaise closely with front office, housekeeping, concierge, spa and F&B Departments include private Dining and Stewarding.
  • Ensure the professional and timely communication of training information to revenant colleagues.
  • Update and maintain guest history files and guests, based on preference observation and service feedback.
  • Ensure a complete shift hand over to other team leaders.
  • Maintain privacy and security of in- house guests.
  • Ensure smooth operations in the assigned villa cluster. Coordinate all operations in the villas, to exceed guest expectations.
  • Take full responsibility operating equipments.
  • Actively present new ideas and concepts to senior management for possible inclusion and adoption in the future training.
  • Has a comprehensive knowledge of the hotel, including all departments services and outlet
  • Ensure that the butler pantries are manned and stocked at all times.
  • Proactive within all areas of operation.
  • Coordinate with all the butlers, delegating responsibilities and ensuring continual communication and feedback.
  • Communication with the division leaders at all the time.
  • Provide support and assistance to all front office operations.
  • Knowledge of all in- room services, amenities and functions.
  • Conduct pre- shift briefings.
  • Immediately action all special guest requirements and requests.
  • Conduct daily standard quality checks. Build a rapport with guests, facilitating guest recognition and preference feedback.
  • Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by senior management.
  • Preparing all reports for the management during shifts including Night shift.

Ryhaan & Arjaan Apartments by Rotana Hotel

Front Desk Agent
10.2016 - 10.2017

• Primarily handle incoming/outgoing calls.
• Handle each guest query separately with the highest quality in an efficient manner.
• Facilitate check-in and checkout procedures in a polite, prompt and warm Manner.
• Receive and assist clients and escorted them to correct destinations. Handle the guest's complaints.
• Update CID system on daily basis and process night audit.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures and licensing laws
• Maintain personal knowledge by completing in-house training and workbooks.
• Provide reports, as required, for housekeepers and management.
• Conduct regular security checks throughout the day and report and security Issues to line manager

Receptionist Clerk

Premier Inn Hotel
04.2015 - 10.2016
  • Facilitate guest check-in and check-out processes efficiently.
  • Address guest inquiries and provide informative responses.
  • Offer recommendations for local activities and dining options.
  • Manage guest luggage storage and retrieval.
  • Handle incoming phone calls and route them appropriately.
  • Take phone reservations accurately and promptly.
  • Coordinate transportation arrangements for guests.
  • Maintain accurate records of guest check-ins and check-outs.

Shop Manager

Shopping Center Of Sahl Hashish Resort Egypt
02.2012 - 01.2015
  • Greet customers warmly and ascertain their needs.
  • Provide detailed information about products and services.
  • Address customer inquiries and resolve any issues or complaints promptly.
  • Assist customers in making purchasing decisions by offering suggestions and product recommendations.
  • Actively promote and sell products to customers to achieve sales targets.
  • Upsell and cross-sell products to maximize sales opportunities.
  • Process sales transactions accurately using the point of sale (POS) system.
  • Maintain knowledge of current sales and promotions, policies regarding payment and exchanges, and security practices.
  • Ensure the shop is clean, well-organized, and visually appealing.
  • Arrange merchandise displays to attract customers and drive sales.
  • Monitor inventory levels and restock shelves as needed.
  • Ensure all products are priced and labeled correctly.
  • Conduct regular inventory checks to manage stock levels.
  • Report low stock levels to the manager and assist with ordering new stock.
  • Receive and inspect deliveries for accuracy and quality.
  • Maintain accurate sales records and customer information.
  • Handle returns, exchanges, and refunds according to store policies.
  • Assist with opening and closing procedures, including cash handling and reconciliation.

Sales Agent

Bazar Shop
05.2009 - 12.2011
  • Developed strong relationships with clients through excellent customer service and regular followups.
  • Assisted call-in customers with questions and orders.
  • Increased sales and customer satisfaction through personalized servicing.
  • Offered each customer top-notch, personal service to boost sales and customer satisfaction.

Education

Diploma - Special Needs Education

Stanford College UK
08.2022

Bachelor Of Tourism And Hotels Management - Tourism Management

Tourism And Hotels Faculty
06.2008

Skills

  • Ability to Multi-task
  • Attention to Detail
  • Commitment
  • Communication Skills
  • Conflict Management
  • Customer Service
  • Enthusiastic Attitude
  • Flexibility and Adaptability
  • Great People Skills
  • Industry Knowledge

Accomplishments

Russian Language course by Lingua Center Hurghada Egypt at 2010.


First Aid Kit course by Emirates Aviation college Dubai, UAE at 2016.

Languages

English
Full Professional
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
Russia
Full Professional

Additional Information

Date of Birth : 01/08/1987

Nationality : Egyptian

Driving License : B

References

1. Mina Botros
Senior Manager
Rove Hotels Dubai
Dubai Downtown, UAE
+ 971 55 732 8632

2. Ehab Beshay
Senior Manager
Maryland, USA
+1 240 367 6482

Timeline

Holiday Homes Manager

J5 Hotels & J5 Holiday Homes
06.2019 - 04.2023

Butler Team Leader

Jumeirah Dar Al Masyaf
10.2017 - 05.2019

Ryhaan & Arjaan Apartments by Rotana Hotel

Front Desk Agent
10.2016 - 10.2017

Receptionist Clerk

Premier Inn Hotel
04.2015 - 10.2016

Shop Manager

Shopping Center Of Sahl Hashish Resort Egypt
02.2012 - 01.2015

Sales Agent

Bazar Shop
05.2009 - 12.2011

Diploma - Special Needs Education

Stanford College UK

Bachelor Of Tourism And Hotels Management - Tourism Management

Tourism And Hotels Faculty

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Software

PMS System

Ezze Absolute

Quote

Fall seven times; stand up eight.
Japanese proverb

Work Preference

Work Type

Full TimeContract Work

Work Location

On-SiteRemote

Important To Me

Healthcare benefitsCareer advancementFlexible work hoursCompany CulturePersonal development programsTeam Building / Company Retreats

Interests

Football

New Language Learning

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