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Eliana Poveda

Cartagena

Summary

Accomplished Rooms Division Manager at Dreams Karibana Golf & Spa Resort by Hyatt, adept in staff training and development, enhanced guest satisfaction by 95% through strategic planning and analysis. Excelled in guest services and conflict management, demonstrating significant improvements in operational efficiency and customer service protocols.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Rooms Division Manager

Dreams Karibana Golf & Spa Resort by Hyatt
2023.08 - 2024.07
  • Manage a team of 98 employees, conducting performance evaluations, and providing ongoing training to maintain high service standards
  • Implement strategies to improve guest satisfaction scores by 95% through staff training and enhanced customer service protocols.
  • Oversee daily operations of front desk, concierge and housekeeping departments, ensuring a seamless guest experience from check in to check out.
  • Optimize operational efficiency and reduce costs by implementing inventory management systems for room supplies and amenities.

Operations Manager

Joinn Houtel (Front and Back Hospitality Grouo)
2021.09 - 2023.07

* Lead and train a team in achieving operational goals and objectives

  • Develop and implement effective operational strategies that enhance productivity and profitability. The first month of operation we double not only rooms but also F&B income.
  • Manage budgets, forecast, and resource allocation to ensure optimal utilization.
  • Prepared reports and presented findings to senior management to facilitate informed decision making-
  • Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.

Operations Manager

Madisson Hotel
2019.03 - 2021.08
  • Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
  • Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
  • Analyzed and reported on key performance metrics to senior management.
  • Increased profit by streamlining operations.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.

Guest Service Manager

Habitel Hotel
2007.03 - 2019.02
  • Resolved guest complaints effectively, demonstrating empathy and problem-solving abilities.
  • Collaborated with other departments to coordinate guest services, resulting in seamless experiences for guests.
  • Attended to customer needs, responding to questions, complaints and escalations.
  • Analyzed feedback from guest surveys, identifying areas for improvement and implementing necessary changes to enhance service quality.
  • Established strong rapport with VIP guests by providing personalized attention and anticipating their needs throughout their stay.
  • Reviewed daily bookings, preparing guest rooms prior to arrival.
  • Maintained accurate records of guest information and preferences, using this data to provide personalized experiences during future stays.
  • Implemented new procedures to reduce wait times during check-in and check-out processes, leading to higher guest satisfaction ratings.

Education

Finance

Rosario University
Bogota, Colombia
11.2023

No Degree - Guest Service

Sabana University
Bogota, Colombia
09.2014

BBA - Hotel Management

Externado University
Bogotá, Colombia
05.2000

Skills

  • Guest Services
  • Standard Operating Procedures
  • Staff Training and Development
  • Guest complaint resolution
  • Front Desk Management
  • Conflict Management
  • Housekeeping
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Attention to Detail
  • Strategic planning and analysis

Timeline

Rooms Division Manager

Dreams Karibana Golf & Spa Resort by Hyatt
2023.08 - 2024.07

Operations Manager

Joinn Houtel (Front and Back Hospitality Grouo)
2021.09 - 2023.07

Operations Manager

Madisson Hotel
2019.03 - 2021.08

Guest Service Manager

Habitel Hotel
2007.03 - 2019.02

Finance

Rosario University

No Degree - Guest Service

Sabana University

BBA - Hotel Management

Externado University
Eliana Poveda