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Steven Vialpando-Lovato

Garden of the Gods Resort & Club
Aurora
10
years of professional experience

Recently relocated to Aurora, bringing a decade of diverse experience in the hospitality industry with a strong focus on guest and client-facing mid-level management roles. Proven expertise in administrative functions supporting sales departments, front-of-house operations teams, and upper management, leveraging various systems to enhance efficiency and service delivery. Recent roles highlight a commitment to excellence and leadership in dynamic environments. Open to inquiries for further details or clarifications regarding qualifications and achievements.

Work History

Restaurant Supervisor

1 Month
Garden of the Gods Resort & Club | 05.2026 - Current
  • Supervised daily restaurant operations to ensure optimal guest satisfaction and service quality.
  • Coordinated with kitchen staff to maintain menu consistency and timely food delivery during peak hours.
  • Monitored staff performance, enforcing adherence to policies, procedures, regulations, health codes, license requirements and top service standards.
  • Addressed customer complaints with professional demeanor and used communication and problem-solving skills to resolve issues.

Group Reservations Coordinator

1 Year 5 Months
Hotel Indigo San Diego | 08.2024 - 01.2026

Systems Used: Opera V5 PMS, Delphi, Canary, Sertifi

Guest Rooms: 210

  • Coordinated all aspects of group reservations and billing, utilizing rooming lists and group booking links for efficiency.
  • Analyzed group pickup production metrics and led weekly discussions with sales and revenue teams to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Communicated with clients for any pickup changes/ rooming list deadlines/ modifications
  • Coordinated weekly meetings and resume updates to keep all departments informed and aligned on key initiatives.
  • Supported financial operations by administering client invoices, processing deposits, and implementing attrition charges when necessary.
  • Performed detailed post-stay group audits to ensure client satisfaction and compliance.
  • Assist with coverage at the Front Desk as needed
  • Oversaw administrative operations encompassing sales inquiries, reservations, and incoming calls to enhance customer experience. Coordinated email communications related to amenities and site alerts to maintain operational efficiency.

Assistant Front Office Manager

2 Years 6 Months
Mountain Shadows Resort | 02.2022 - 08.2024

Systems Used: Opera Cloud, Canary, Nuvola, Medallia, +

Guest Rooms: 219

  • Oversaw comprehensive shift operations for front office, valet, bell, and concierge night audit.
  • Mentored and developed agents and supervisors to enhance team performance.
  • Managed and effectively resolved escalated guest concerns to enhance customer satisfaction.
  • Supported management in developing shift schedules and ensuring adequate on-call coverage to maintain operational efficiency.
  • Managed upsell incentive program to enhance participation tracking and facilitate revenue verification, contributing to over $80k in total room revenue for the department.
  • Managed response strategies for guest feedback to resolve issues and promote re-bookings, contributing to improved Medallia scores in Q3 2023.
  • Contributed vital insights on resort events, encompassing weddings, golf tournaments, and restaurant/pool functions, by engaging in resume meetings and pre-consultations.

Barista

11 Months
ProteinHouse - Arcadia | 01.2023 - 12.2023
  • Assisted in preparing all food and beverage orders for customers and mobile orders.
  • Operated expo registers to support food and beverage service operations.
  • Oversaw daily inventory management and ensured timely restocking of all merchandise and supplies.
  • Assisted with daily preparation and sanitization tasks for morning shifts. Supported cleanliness and organization of workspaces during AM shift.
  • Managed incoming guest inquiries and calls to ensure prompt and effective communication.

Front Office Supervisor

4 Months
Hilton Phoenix Resort at the Peak | 10.2021 - 02.2022

Systems Used: OnQ PMS, Kipsu

Guest Rooms: 328

  • Directed departmental operations and ensured thorough completion of daily shift checklists.
  • Facilitated daily arrival and departure processes to ensure smooth operations.
  • Facilitated coaching and training sessions for FD personnel to enhance compliance and operational efficiency.
  • Coordinated PBX and concierge tasks, ensuring timely responses to reservation inquiries and requests for amenities.
  • Oversaw room availability and inventory management processes.
  • Coordinated interdepartmental communications to enhance collaboration and workflow efficiency.

Barista

6 Months
Dulce Capital | 04.2021 - 10.2021
  • Memorized and applied standard and off-menu recipes to deliver high-quality coffee, espresso, and tea beverages.
  • Managed cash register operations, ensuring accurate payment processing and responsible cash handling.
  • Executed efficient, calm, and friendly customer service during peak volume periods.

Front Office Supervisor

1 Year 7 Months
Scottsdale Plaza Resort | 08.2019 - 03.2021

Systems Used: Maestro PMS, Alice, Sertifi

Guest Rooms: 404

  • Directed departmental operations and ensured thorough completion of daily shift checklists.
  • Facilitated daily arrival and departure processes to ensure smooth operations.
  • Facilitated coaching and training sessions for FD personnel to enhance compliance and operational efficiency.
  • Coordinated PBX and concierge tasks, ensuring timely responses to reservation inquiries and requests for amenities.
  • Oversaw room availability and inventory management to optimize occupancy rates.
  • Oversaw room availability and inventory management to optimize operational efficiency.

Front Desk Supervisor

9 Months
La Posada De Santa Fe Resort and Spa | 11.2018 - 08.2019

Systems Used: LightSpeed PMS, Marsha, Sertifi

Guest Rooms: 157

  • Directed departmental operations and ensured thorough completion of daily shift checklists.
  • Facilitated daily arrival and departure processes to ensure smooth operations.
  • Facilitated coaching and training sessions for FD personnel to enhance compliance and operational efficiency.
  • Coordinated PBX and concierge tasks, ensuring timely responses to reservation inquiries and requests for amenities.
  • Oversaw room availability and inventory management to optimize operational efficiency.
  • Coordinated interdepartmental communications to enhance collaboration and operational efficiency.

Front Desk Agent

1 Year 9 Months
Inn & Spa at Loretto | 02.2017 - 11.2018

Systems Used: Opera V5 PMS, Alice, Shift4

Guest Rooms: 136

  • Oversaw daily task completion and shift checklist verification.
  • Executed daily management of arrivals, departures, and stayovers to ensure operational efficiency.
  • Coordinated communication efforts to enhance collaboration across home and neighboring departments.
  • Resolved guest folio discrepancies and managed billing and service-related issues.
  • Responded to incoming calls and inquiries. Assisted customers with their questions and concerns. Provided support for phone inquiries and requests.
  • Managed customer reservations by efficiently creating, modifying, and canceling bookings as needed.
  • Supported concierge services to enhance guest experiences and satisfaction.

Receptionist

11 Months
HUB International Insurance Services | 03.2016 - 02.2017
  • Facilitated prompt communication by managing all incoming calls and general email inquiries.
  • Facilitated issuance of certificates of insurance for agents and sellers.
  • Supported clients during visits and facilitated appointment scheduling with agents.
  • Managed distribution of all mail correspondence.
  • Facilitated payment processing for agents to ensure timely transactions.
  • Coordinated logistics and setup of meeting spaces to ensure seamless conference calls and accommodate VIP client visits.

Education

High School Diploma

Santa Fe High School/ Santa Fe Community College | NM | 05-2013

Skills

Strong client engagement skills
Detail-oriented data management
Team development
Proficient in conflict management
Reservation Management
Strong organizational skills
Effective phone and email correspondence
Proactive service delivery

Timeline

Restaurant Supervisor

Garden of the Gods Resort & Club
05.2026 - CurrentRead More

Group Reservations Coordinator

Hotel Indigo San Diego
08.2024 - 01.2026Read More

Barista

ProteinHouse - Arcadia
01.2023 - 12.2023Read More

Assistant Front Office Manager

Mountain Shadows Resort
02.2022 - 08.2024Read More

Front Office Supervisor

Hilton Phoenix Resort at the Peak
10.2021 - 02.2022Read More

Barista

Dulce Capital
04.2021 - 10.2021Read More

Front Office Supervisor

Scottsdale Plaza Resort
08.2019 - 03.2021Read More

Front Desk Supervisor

La Posada De Santa Fe Resort and Spa
11.2018 - 08.2019Read More

Front Desk Agent

Inn & Spa at Loretto
02.2017 - 11.2018Read More

Receptionist

HUB International Insurance Services
03.2016 - 02.2017Read More

Santa Fe High School/ Santa Fe Community College

High School Diploma
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Steven Vialpando-Lovato