As passionate Hotelier with 20 years of experience and a driven person I strive for continuous improvement within the industry I work for, loyal and dedicated hard working, I take my job extremely serious and when it comes to customers I tend to go beyond their expectations by providing an experience.Proven skills in conference and banqueting, large events operations, international cuisine all day dining Restaurant /coffee shop, training and staff development is one of my strength.
2019 - 2020 (1 Year)
Marriott International, United Arab Emirates UAE
Overall in charge of Conference and Banqueting indoor events, off site caterings, Dine in the sky and boat caterings brOver 15.000 square feet of functions space, Capacity from 14 to 5.000 guests, 8.838 square feet ballroom for up to 1.200 guests, Italian-designed conference centre with 7 state of the art venues, outdoor beachside amphitheatre for up to 1.500 guests and lawn areas for up to 5.000 guests. br brSuccessfully led the below recent events and projects br brLed the Dubai Coca Cola Arena F B Operation br17000 capacities with 32 Concessions, 42 VIP, 2 VVIP , 2 Royal Suites and 2 Premium Clubs brRecently led the following international events at the Dubai Coca Cola Arena brMaroon 5 concert 2019 brRussell patters show 2019 brThe 1975 Concert and many other events including Gala dinner br brLed the ream at the Air Show Maktoum Airport Nov 2019. brLed the team at the Omega dessert classic Jan 2019. brLed the team at the Meydan world cup horse race March 2019. brLed the team at the Omega dessert classic Jan 2019. brLed the team at the Meydan world cup horse race March 2019. brLed the team at the Dubai International cricket stadium Asia cup cricket Sep 2018. brLed the team at the jumeirah golf estate DP Golf tournament Nov 2018. brLed the team at the jumeirah golf estate DP Golf tournament Nov 2018 br br br brResponsibilities include: br• Contributed to have more responsive and market-driven sales activities within Conference and Banqueting Departments; br• Optimized production plans and schedules that resulted in improved efficiencies and customer service levels; br• Administered promotion programs for banqueting with pegged maximized sales outputs; br• Actively engaged in the management and negotiations of booking, receptions, corporate special functions and facilities resulting in optimal 30% monthly sales increase; br• Closely monitored and recorded store items to minimize possible over expenditures; br• Rendered full cooperation to client and colleagues requiring assistance in a prompt, caring and helpful manner; br• Attended regular departmental communication meetings, training sessions and reviews while ensuring that all staff operates in conformity with desired expectations and guidelines; br• Studied and presented monthly departmental Profit Loss Statements br• Assisted the Director for Conference and events for business promotions for Westin Hotel. br• Developed and formulated organizational charts for enhanced staffing procedures2009 - 2019 (10 Years)
Marriott International, United Arab Emirates UAE
Responsible for the overall operations of the following:2006 - 2009 (3 Years)
Le Meridien Mina Seyahi Beach Resort Marina, United Arab Emirates UAE
Responsibilities: brAll day dining buffet restaurant together with 24 hour A La carte menu, catering as an average of 600 covers daily over three meal periods, with a seating capacity of 220.Responsible for 34 members of staff, is a Dubai well reputed Coffee Shops, a top line of US 500.000 monthly. brTogether with my team we have put in place the themed night’s entertainment consisting of Latino, Arabic, Asian, International, to date is still very popular. brI am involved in part in marketing and recruitment, promotion oriented and actively involved in quality control. br To conduct daily pre-shift briefings on preparation, service and menu, attend daily Food Beverage operations meeting, conduct staff yearly performance appraisal, creating incentive programs to increase the motivation of the staff brMaking competitor analysis and finding ways to maximize the revenue and increase the awareness of the outlet in the market.2005 - 2006 (1 Year)
Le Meridien Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina, United Arab Emirates UAE
Responsible for the overall operations of the following:2003 - 2004 (1 Year)
Le Meridien Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina, United Arab Emirates UAE
Duties and Responsibilities1999 - 2002 (3 Years)
Le Meridien Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina, United Arab Emirates UAE
Duties and Responsibilities1997 - 1999 (2 Years)
Holiday inn Bahrain, Bahrain
Duties and Responsibilities