Results-oriented, strategic sales professional with 15 years in the Hospitality industry.
Articulate Hotel Manager driven to succeed. Strategic planning and client relationship management expert.
Overview
1
1
Certification
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager
Corick Country House hotel
Clogher, Tyrone
06.2016 - 07.2019
Appointed to this position to help lead and drive the business forward
Maintain financial control of all areas within the hotel
Implemented a HR function within the property
Streamlined the management structure within the hotel
Introduced weekly meetings to maximize sales and generate new revenue streams
Increased revenue by 12% in the first 12 months and maintained growth in the following 12 months
Staff retention improved by 67% from a 109% leaver rate to 42% in the first year, improved again by 12% in year 2 of my tenure to 30%
Consistently achieved GP's. kitchen improved from 41% to 21% in my time and also Beverage went from 38% to 24%
Implemented new stock control system
General Manager
Tullylagan Country House Hotel
Cookstown, Tyrone
05.2015 - 06.2016
Employed on a one year fixed contract as General Manager
Day to day Operations within the property
Serviced 95 weddings in my year with the hotel
Lead a team of 60 staff
Operations Manager
Landmark Hotel
Carrick on Shannoon, Leitrim
03.2013 - 04.2015
Recruited by the GM to assist in the daily operation of the hotel
Maintain financial control of all departments
Control of labour costs, highly aware of staffing levels. Introduced new Time Management System
Liaised with the Head Chef and Restaurant Manager to increase sales through regular revision of our food offerings
Increased conversion rates for the wedding market through training
Prepared weekly reports for the directors, worked in conjunction with the financial controller
Operations Manager
Ballykisteen Hotel & Golf Resort ( PREMGROUP)
Tipperary, Tipperary
04.2012 - 03.2013
Appointed to this 4* establishment to support and ensure implementation of effective sales and marketing strategies to grow food and beverage revenue and enhance service delivery across the business
Maintain financial control including management of P&L for food and beverage department
First point of contact for all weddings and events at the hotel, working with clients from initial enquiry through to delivery of service and facilitating at events
Support marketing/ sales to develop new packages to increase sales. Dinner and golf . Corporate packages etc.,
Rolled out Wifi throughout the hotel
Worked with Chef to inplement new menu options for all our guests. Introduced healthier menu options. Revised menus to reflect the requests of our guests
Implemented improved training program for the F&B team with the emphasis on the guest experience
Compiled weekly reports for the GM and other managers
Operations Manager
Clanree Hotel, (PREMGROUP 2009-2012)
Letterkenny, Donegal
08.2006 - 04.2012
Selected to ensure operational and finacial success of this 120 bedroom 4* property
Responsible for all areas within the hotel including Housekeeping, F&B, front of House and Finance
Created a positive and productive work environment
Demonstrated a firm understanding of the financial aspects of the business
Created and Implemented SOP's for all departments. Ensured product quality and service standards met in all areas
Ensured guest satisfaction scores in line with targets
Education
Secondary Education Exam - English, French, History A-Levels
Omagh C.B.S Grammar
Omagh
Skills
Results-oriented
Operations management
Client-focused
Computer proficient
Microsoft Office
File/records maintenance
Reports generation and analysis
Financial records and processing
Training and development
Change management
Certification
Certificate in Revenue Management
HR Diploma (ongoing) Currently studying online
Microsoft Excel Advanced Diploma. (Ongoing)
Timeline
General Manager
Corick Country House hotel
06.2016 - 07.2019
General Manager
Tullylagan Country House Hotel
05.2015 - 06.2016
Operations Manager
Landmark Hotel
03.2013 - 04.2015
Operations Manager
Ballykisteen Hotel & Golf Resort ( PREMGROUP)
04.2012 - 03.2013
Operations Manager
Clanree Hotel, (PREMGROUP 2009-2012)
08.2006 - 04.2012
Secondary Education Exam - English, French, History A-Levels