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JOB OBJECTIVE
To obtain a challenging management position
Education:
DCT International Hotel and Business Management School, Vitznau, Switzerland
Hotel and Tourism Management (Advance Diploma) 2004-2007
WORK EXPERIENCE
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Corruboard Industries (Corrugated box manufacturing and Printing)
Director Sales and Marketing May 2009-Current
• Responsible for building and maintaining long-term business relationships with customers and suppliers
• Responsible for evaluating marketing strategies in terms of feasibility, current market situation, budget and outcome
• Responsible for implementing feasible marketing strategies that attract new corporate clients like ICI
• Responsible for supervising client issues and feedback
• Responsible for taking measures and changing operational procedures in order to have smooth operation internally and avoid client issues
• Responsible for a final quality-control check of products before delivery
• Responsible for hiring and training supervisors in the department
Stamford Marriott Hotel & Spa , Connecticut USA
Over Night Manager/Manager on Duty Aug 2007- Mar 2009
• Worked in the capacity of Front Desk Manager; holding strong knowledge of property management systems like MARSHA, Fidelio, PMS, Guest-Ware, Micros etc
• Demonstrated excellent customer service skills as a PR Manager, monitored guest satisfaction processes and exhibited remarkable interpersonal and communication skills while dealing with guest concerns and inquiries
• Achieved the title of “Employee of the month” for showing exceptional ability to multi-task while maintaining accurate structural harmony and discipline in all supervised departments including valet, Bell-stand, At-your-Service and Front Desk.
• Responsible for processing guest data and management reporting accurately and efficiently while maintaining proper security and privacy standards
• Provided developmental training to associates from all supervised departments with the aim of retaining them, and maintained presence as a mentor.
• Performed associate evaluation
• Supervising the hotel staff to ensure smooth running of the establishment
• Handling a substantial amount of the administrative work
• Inspecting rooms
• Forecasting, public relations and preparation of financial reports
• Tactfully aligned associates’ personal goals with organizations mission to create clear and specific targets for associates in order to motivate them
• Carefully reviewed customer accounts with the accounts department.
• Coordinated schedule, payroll and other expenses to meet or fall below budget
• Coordinated activities with other departments of the Hotel to ensure smooth operation
• Promoting and marketing the hotel
• Drafting work schedules of the front office employees
• On shift, complied with and enforced the company’s Affirmative Action Plans for minorities, women and persons with disabilities
Movenpick Hotel, Zurich Switzerland
Supervisor (Banquets/ Caterings) Oct 2006- Mar 2007
• Demonstrated remarkable organization skill for preparing and setting up seminar rooms and caterings for up to 2500 people
• Demonstrated excellence in time management and teamwork by successfully preparing, setting up and providing service at the Circus Roncalli VIP Catering with an average of 180 guests a day
• Responsible for preparing and setting up for coffee breaks, lunches, aperitifs and dinners
• Provided excellent meal and beverage service at banquets and caterings
• Responsible for keeping a smooth inflow and outflow of inventory in general
Cotswold House and Hotel Noel Arms, Gloucestershire UK
Assistant Manager (Food and Beverage) July 2005- Jan 2006
• Implemented cost controlling strategies to maximize revenue
• Responsible for meeting the quality standards set for food and beverages
• Ensured high quality hygiene standards are met
• Responsible for keeping bar inventory
• Prepared, setup and provided service in the fine dining and the casual bar/restaurant for aperitifis, lunches and dinners
ACTIVITIES & INTERESTS
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Elected president of the student council 2005-2006
Member of the Soccer team 2004-2006
Member of the Volley Ball team 2004-2006
Languages:
Urdu: Mother Tongue
English: Advance
German: Basic
Compute Skills:
Microsoft Office
Marsha
Fidelio
References for each job are available upon request.