Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
References
Certification
Timeline
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MICHELLE FINNEY

Summary

Highly driven Hotel Manager with 14+ years of experience in hospitality, with extensive understanding of rooms division, project management and leadership. Adaptive and deadline-oriented, consistently executes and completes multiple projects in high-stress environments. Strong focus on delivering exceptional and authentic guest experiences by leading, developing and motivating skilled teams.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Hotel General Manager

Meriton Suites
08.2023 - Current

Oversaw day-to-day operations of 562 room hotel.

  • Cultivated strong relationship with onsite Meriton Group owners and Meriton Suites head office, located onsite.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to optimise operational efficiency of reporting teams.
  • Oversaw renovations and refurbishments, ensuring minimal disruption to guests while enhancing overall property aesthetics and avoiding revenue displacement.
  • Ensured compliance with industry regulations as well as health and safety guidelines within all aspects of hotel operations.
  • Aided in the recruitment process by screening resumes, scheduling interviews, and assisting with candidate selection.
  • Fostered a positive work environment by promoting teamwork, open communication, and continuous employee development opportunities.
  • Regularly analysed guest feedback data to identify and address areas where improvements could be made.

Hotel General Manager

Meriton Suites
04.2023 - 07.2023

Oversaw day-to-day operations of 385 room hotel.

Hotel Manager

Meriton Suites
03.2022 - 03.2023

Oversaw day-to-day operations of 383 room hotel.

Hotel Manager

Meriton Suites
10.2022 - 01.2023

Oversaw day-to-day operations of 245 room hotel in absence of hotel management, in addition to primary property.

Executive Housekeeping Manager

Park Hyatt
04.2021 - 03.2022

Oversaw day-to-day operations of Housekeeping team

  • Enhanced overall guest satisfaction by implementing thorough cleanliness and maintenance programs, resulting in a cleanliness guest satisfaction score of 99%.
  • Reduced operational costs with effective budget management, inventory control and vendor negotiations.
  • Conducted regular inspections of guest rooms and public areas to ensure adherence to quality standards and address any issues promptly.
  • Transformed a previously fractured department into a successful, motivated and supportive team environment.

Assistant & Acting Housekeeping Manager

Park Hyatt
09.2020 - 03.2021

Oversaw day-to-day operations of Housekeeping team in the absence of Executive Housekeeping Manager for six month period.

Assistant Front Office Manager

Park Hyatt
03.2019 - 08.2020

Oversaw the day-to-day operations of the Front Office, Bell Desk and Communications teams.

Assistant Manager, Front Office

Park Hyatt
08.2017 - 02.2019

Executive Assistant to General Manager

Park Hyatt
01.2015 - 07.2017
  • Streamlined executive communication by managing emails, phone calls, and scheduling appointments.
  • Enhanced productivity by organising travel arrangements and coordinating accommodations for executives.
  • Maintained confidentiality with sensitive documents, ensuring proper storage and distribution as needed.
  • Coordinated events for staff members, promoting team-building activities and boosting morale within the workplace.
  • Responded to all positive and negative guest feedback via guest satisfaction survey and online travel agents.

Team Leader, Front Office

Park Hyatt
10.2013 - 12.2014

Guest Services Officer, Front Office

Park Hyatt
08.2012 - 09.2013

Guest Services Agent, Front Office

Crown Plaza
06.2011 - 01.2012

Food & Beverage Attendant

Hyatt Regency
06.2010 - 01.2011

Education

Bachelor of Business in International Hotel & Resort Management -

Blue Mountains International Hotel School
Leura, NSW
07.2012

Higher School Certificate -

The Hills Grammar School
Kenthurst, NSW
12.2009

Skills

  • Exceptional time management and organisational skills
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
  • Excelling at customer service with proven results in guest satisfaction
  • Enjoys motivating, coaching and mentoring employees
  • Experienced Project Manager

Accomplishments

    December 2023 Guest Speaker at Leadership Speaker Series (BMIHMS)

    October 2023 Alumni of the Year (BMIHMS)

    October 2023 Guest Speaker at Leadership Speaker Series (BMIHMS)

    April 2022 Alumni of the Month (BMIHMS)

    February 2022 Careers and Employability Guest Speaker (BMIHMS)

    December 2019 Runner up for Leader of the Year 2019 (PHS)

    November 2019 Leader of the Quarter (PHS)

    August 2017 Alumni of the Month (BMIHMS)

References

Ms. Temara Exton

NSW Operations Manager - Meriton Suites

exton.temara@gmail.com

0451 341 443


Mr. Marc Von Arnim

General Manager - Capella Hotels and Resorts

marc.vonarnim@hotmail.com

0407 925 980

Certification

Senior First Aid Certificate

Responsible Service of Alcohol

Certificate II in Hospitality

Timeline

Hotel General Manager

Meriton Suites
08.2023 - Current

Hotel General Manager

Meriton Suites
04.2023 - 07.2023

Hotel Manager

Meriton Suites
10.2022 - 01.2023

Hotel Manager

Meriton Suites
03.2022 - 03.2023

Executive Housekeeping Manager

Park Hyatt
04.2021 - 03.2022

Assistant & Acting Housekeeping Manager

Park Hyatt
09.2020 - 03.2021

Assistant Front Office Manager

Park Hyatt
03.2019 - 08.2020

Assistant Manager, Front Office

Park Hyatt
08.2017 - 02.2019

Executive Assistant to General Manager

Park Hyatt
01.2015 - 07.2017

Team Leader, Front Office

Park Hyatt
10.2013 - 12.2014

Guest Services Officer, Front Office

Park Hyatt
08.2012 - 09.2013

Guest Services Agent, Front Office

Crown Plaza
06.2011 - 01.2012

Food & Beverage Attendant

Hyatt Regency
06.2010 - 01.2011

Bachelor of Business in International Hotel & Resort Management -

Blue Mountains International Hotel School

Higher School Certificate -

The Hills Grammar School
MICHELLE FINNEY