Duminda Sumathipala
poole,Dorset
Summary
Hardworking Housekeeper with experience managing domestic duties for properties of varying sizes. Autonomous and self-motivated to achieve cleaning tasks within agreed timeframes. Meticulous and focused on quality results.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work history
Housekeeping assistant
Magna Care Center
Wimborne Minster, Dorset
2025.02 - Current
- Cleaned rooms to satisfaction of clients and management.
- Performed various laundry duties, folding, ironing and pressing to maintain set high standards of cleanliness.
- Managed daily cleaning, dusting, and vacuuming of assigned rooms to maintain high standards of hygiene.
- Implemented waste reduction practices, including recycling and composting, to support environmental sustainability.
- Delivered exceptional service by adapting to the unique needs of each household.
- Prepared rooms for events and gatherings, creating welcoming environments for guests.
- Maintained outdoor areas, including patios and pools, to enhance the aesthetic appeal of properties.
- Maintained accurate records of cleaning, personal laundry and other chargeable services and submitted to supervisor.
- Conducted deep cleaning of bathrooms and kitchens, focusing on sanitisation to meet health standards.
- Adhered to strict confidentiality and privacy policies, respecting the personal space of employers.
- Assisted in orientation and training of new housekeeping employees.
- Dusted and polished with meticulous attention to detail, minimising risks of breakages and damage.
- Maintained outstanding customer relationships by providing high-quality cleaning service.
- Handled room arrangements, contributing to a welcoming atmosphere.
- Demonstrated knowledge of safety procedures during emergencies.
- Delivered room service whilst maintaining polite interaction with guests.
- Practiced effective time management in executing daily duties within stipulated timelines.
- Maintained immaculate cleanliness by frequent dusting, vacuuming and mopping.
- Adhered to company policies in all housekeeping tasks, promoting continuity and consistency across services provided.
- Arranged decorative elements tastefully, enhancing overall room ambience.
- Ensured prompt laundry service with care for delicate items.
- Collaborated effectively with other team members to achieve optimal productivity levels on busy days.
Housekeeping attendant
Orestone Manor Hotel
Torquay, Devon
2023.02 - 2025.02
- Laundered and ironed clothes, promoting appearance of cleanliness.
- Ensured safety measures whilst handling hazardous cleaning chemicals.
- Delivered superior service by responding promptly to guest requests.
- Observed utmost discretion whilst entering or working in occupied rooms, respecting guests' privacy.
- Collaborated closely with front desk staff for efficient room allocations.
- Performed deep-cleaning tasks periodically, ensuring long-term upkeep of property.
- Complied with hotel policies diligently, promoting professionalism at work place.
- Promoted a clean environment with daily vacuuming of all rooms.
- Executed proper waste management, contributing to a healthier living space.
- Removed stains from various surfaces, enhancing overall aesthetics.
- Enhanced guest comfort through meticulous bed making and linen changing.
Physical Training Instructor
Thilanka Hotel
Kandy
2022.01 - 2022.11
- Promoted the use of technology in learning, introducing innovative tools and platforms to enhance the training experience.
- Conducted regular training needs analyses to identify skill gaps and develop targeted training initiatives for staff improvement.
- Managed training budgets efficiently, securing resources and materials needed for successful programme delivery.
- Organised and managed training events, including scheduling, venue selection, and participant communication, ensuring smooth execution.
- Developed comprehensive assessment tools to measure learning outcomes and competency gains post-training.
- Provided one-to-one coaching and mentoring to support individual development plans, contributing to employee career progression.
- Maintained learning caseloads across multiple training projects.
- Led motivational sessions that boosted employee morale and fostered a positive work environment.
Physical Training Instructor
Sri Lanka Navy
Kandy
2014.07 - 2022.01
- Led team-building exercises that improved communication and collaboration among team members, boosting overall team performance.
- Facilitated engaging and interactive workshops on various topics, fostering a positive learning environment for participants.
- Organised and managed training events, including scheduling, venue selection, and participant communication, ensuring smooth execution.
- Developed long-term training strategies for new and existing employees across multiple departments.
- Documented participant attendance, engagement and progress.
- Wrote thorough training manuals to reflect business needs.
Physical Trainer and swimming Coach
Naval and Maritime Academy
Trincomalee
2010.01 - 2014.06
- Developed long-term training strategies for new and existing employees across multiple departments.
- Created successful training courses based on evaluation of student needs.
- Reduced process gaps by effectively training new hires on best practices and protocols.
- Completed frequent assessments of training materials, structure and success rates in order to enhance programme.
- Delivered training programmes within allocated timeframes.
- Designed customised training materials to meet the specific needs of diverse teams within the organisation.
- Mentored learners to build subject confidence and competence.
- Worked with students in setting and achieving attainable learning goals.
- Spearheaded diversity and inclusion training, promoting a culture of respect and understanding across the company.
- Assessed student progress to respond to additional support needs.
- Set up and maintained virtual training portals, enabling accessible resources.
- Engaged employees in new learning and development schemes.
- Met individual needs through attentive, student-centred training approaches.
- Blended business's goals, mission and values with learning development initiatives to deliver high-quality training to employees.
Education
Diploma of Higher Education - Exercise and sport science
University of Medicine
PeradeniyaAdvanced Level
Central College Anuradhapura
AnuradhapuraSkills
- Patience under pressure
- Customer service-oriented
- Infection prevention and control
- Effective multitasking
- Decision-making skills
- Exceptional time management
- Hardworking
Timeline
Housekeeping assistant
Magna Care Center
2025.02 - Current
Housekeeping attendant
Orestone Manor Hotel
2023.02 - 2025.02
Physical Training Instructor
Thilanka Hotel
2022.01 - 2022.11
Physical Training Instructor
Sri Lanka Navy
2014.07 - 2022.01
Physical Trainer and swimming Coach
Naval and Maritime Academy
2010.01 - 2014.06
Advanced Level
Central College Anuradhapura
Diploma of Higher Education - Exercise and sport science
University of Medicine