Results-oriented Duty Manager skilled at inventory management, training and team leadership. Reliable, dedicated and industrious team player ready to apply 6 years of hospitality experience to challenging new role with room for growth and advancement.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Hotel Duty Manager
The Stamford Grand
Adelaide
03.2024 - Current
Guaranteed timely check-ins and check-outs by implementing efficient front desk processes and procedures.
Addressed employee concerns proactively through open communication channels, fostering a positive work environment within the hotel team.
Reduced guest complaints by ensuring strict adherence to hotel policies and procedures.
Handled emergency situations calmly and professionally, prioritizing guest safety at all times.
Ensured proper cash handling procedures were followed by front desk personnel, reducing discrepancies in end-of-day reports significantly over time.
Collaborated with the sales team to develop targeted marketing campaigns focused on attracting new guests.
Streamlined hotel operations by effectively managing front desk, housekeeping, and maintenance staff.
Assisted in budget management by monitoring expenses and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
Developed strong relationships with corporate clients to secure repeat bookings for business events.
Provided personalized attention to VIP guests, ensuring their needs were met beyond expectations during their stay at the hotel.
Implemented inventory control systems for hotel supplies, minimizing waste while maintaining adequate stock levels.
Managed guest feedback effectively, promptly addressing any negative comments and highlighting positive reviews to motivate staff and maintain a high level of customer satisfaction.
Improved overall efficiency with regular evaluations of staff performance and targeted training programs.
Served as a liaison between various departments within the hotel, ensuring smooth operational flow across all areas of responsibility.
Provided exceptional service and assistance to guests upon check-in.
Handled guest complaints and offered complimentary services to maintain high guest satisfaction rates.
Increased customer service ratings through personable service.
Greeted and assisted guests by gathering information pertaining to reservations or requests.
Maintained well-regarded concierge services to provide guests with assistance and convenient information about local attractions.
Managed day-to-day operations of lodging facility, scheduling staff and overseeing budgets.
Front Office/Concierge Executive
Accor Adelaide
Adelaide
11.2023 - 03.2024
Group Bookings
Operational Systems Monitoring
Special Event Coordination
Performance Evaluations
Shift Scheduling
Operational Efficiency
Duty Manager
The Taj, Hotels & Resorts
Kurseong, West Bengal, India
01.2022 - 08.2023
Created positive work environment for employees and delivered exceptional customer service
Helped improve customer service, quality assurance and service speed by developing and implementing successful solutions
Drove performance and process improvements by performing frequent evaluations of business operations, current procedures and personnel actions
Provided ongoing training to address staff needs
Monitored employee productivity to provide constructive feedback and coaching
Complied with company policies, objectives and communication goals
Front Office Executive
The Leela Palace, Hotels & Resorts
Gandhinagar, Gujarat, India
01.2021 - 12.2021
Managed customer complaints and rectified issues to complete satisfaction
Welcomed large volume of guests and improved overall customer service
Provided administrative support to coworkers, taking on additional tasks during high-volume periods
Monitored office inventory to maintain supply levels
Reviewed safety, health and sanitation processes throughout areas and enforced rules to promote security and safety
Conducted staff performance evaluations to monitor progress and individual skills
Executed on-time, under-budget projects by solving complex issues for senior leadership
Butler Service
The Leela Palace, Hotels & Resorts
Chennai, India
01.2018 - 04.2021
As a butler for many VVIP's in the hotel
Front Office Supervisor
The Leela Palace, Hotels & Resorts
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
11.2018 - 12.2020
One-point contact for the group co-ordination in the hotel
Ensure smooth check in to check out of the entire delegation in the hotel
Attending Pre-con of the group and action the requirements accordingly
Coordinating with Duty Manager for everyday operations and reports
Coordinating with team to meet customer satisfaction and following company procedures to increase productivity
Responsible for making High Balance, Pay Master, Late check-out, day use and early departure and early check in report, currency exchange, paid out
Responsible for making Daily briefing sheet, Newsletter and various reports
Responsible for sending mails to the concerned departments one day prior with all related to group arrivals
Front Office Associate
The Leela Palace, Hotels & Resorts
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
12.2017 - 11.2018
Check out checkin
Guaranteed timely check-ins and check-outs by implementing efficient front desk processes and procedures.
Addressed employee concerns proactively through open communication channels, fostering a positive work environment within the hotel team.
Reduced guest complaints by ensuring strict adherence to hotel policies and procedures.
Handled emergency situations calmly and professionally, prioritizing guest safety at all times.
Ensured proper cash handling procedures were followed by front desk personnel, reducing discrepancies in end-of-day reports significantly over time.
Collaborated with the sales team to develop targeted marketing campaigns focused on attracting new guests.
Streamlined hotel operations by effectively managing front desk, housekeeping, and maintenance staff.
Assisted in budget management by monitoring expenses and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
Developed strong relationships with corporate clients to secure repeat bookings for business events.
Provided personalized attention to VIP guests, ensuring their needs were met beyond expectations during their stay at the hotel.
Implemented inventory control systems for hotel supplies, minimizing waste while maintaining adequate stock levels.
Managed guest feedback effectively, promptly addressing any negative comments and highlighting positive reviews to motivate staff and maintain a high level of customer satisfaction.
Improved overall efficiency with regular evaluations of staff performance and targeted training programs.
Served as a liaison between various departments within the hotel, ensuring smooth operational flow across all areas of responsibility.
Provided exceptional service and assistance to guests upon check-in.
Handled guest complaints and offered complimentary services to maintain high guest satisfaction rates.
Increased customer service ratings through personable service.
Greeted and assisted guests by gathering information pertaining to reservations or requests.
Maintained well-regarded concierge services to provide guests with assistance and convenient information about local attractions.
Managed day-to-day operations of lodging facility, scheduling staff and overseeing budgets.
Education
Diploma - Aviation, Hotel Management And Tours & Travels
Frankfinn Institute
Kolkata
Skills
Customer Service Expertise
Customer Complaint Resolution
Reception Management
Inventory Oversight
Team Training Programs
Team Building and Guidance
Payment Transactions
References
Referees Available on request
Languages
English
Full Professional
Nepali
Full Professional
Hindi
Full Professional
Timeline
Hotel Duty Manager
The Stamford Grand
03.2024 - Current
Front Office/Concierge Executive
Accor Adelaide
11.2023 - 03.2024
Duty Manager
The Taj, Hotels & Resorts
01.2022 - 08.2023
Front Office Executive
The Leela Palace, Hotels & Resorts
01.2021 - 12.2021
Front Office Supervisor
The Leela Palace, Hotels & Resorts
11.2018 - 12.2020
Butler Service
The Leela Palace, Hotels & Resorts
01.2018 - 04.2021
Front Office Associate
The Leela Palace, Hotels & Resorts
12.2017 - 11.2018
Diploma - Aviation, Hotel Management And Tours & Travels