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Natalia Gutkowska

Manchester,Lancashire

Summary

Dedicated hotel management professional with background running successful hospitality establishments. Leads by example to deliver faultless customer service across hotel departments. Demonstrates exceptional planning, organisation and leadership abilities to maintain smooth-running, cost-effective hotel services.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work history

Multi Site Hotel Manager

Whitbread PLC
Manchester, Lancashire
02.2008 - Current

Over the years I held various position within the Company.

  • Oversaw the day-to-day operations of a two, 300-room hotels with a team of 90 employees.
  • Hired and trained all new employees, whilst also demonstrating the best methods for servicing clients and guests.
  • Met health and safety guidelines to maintain compliant working environments.
  • Handled guest complaints to protect brand reputation.
  • Implemented resort's end-of-month audits to senior management as required.
  • Developed long-lasting relationships with outside vendors, including florists and restaurants, so that guests could secure valuable deals on services and meals.
  • Managed performance appraisal systems and policies.
  • Oversaw exit interviews and off-boarding process for resigned and terminated employees.
  • Addressed employee conflicts, following corporate procedures for timely resolution.
  • Communicated and enforced HR policies to team members, cultivating compliant and satisfied workforce.
  • Led high-performing teams and developed organisational leadership capacity.
  • Planned and monitored internal and external audits of company HSE systems, implementing necessary improvements.
  • Oversaw emergency procedures for staff organisation, fire drills and alarm response.
  • Developed and reviewed risk assessments for construction sites with contractors.
  • Managed employee records on database to maintain accuracy and updated information.
  • Completed accurate payroll calculations using manual or computerized systems.

Bartender

Huntington's Pub
Manchester, Lancashire
07.2005 - 02.2008
  • Greeted customers by name, remembering drinks selections and special requests to provide attentive, personalised service.
  • Performed bar closing duties, thoroughly cleaning, sanitising and replenishing stock.
  • Collected cash payments, processing and providing correct change and receipts using Point Of Sale (POS) systems.
  • Provided efficient food and drinks service for high levels of customer satisfaction.
  • Maintained a spotlessly clean and tidy bar area in line with health and hygiene regulations.
  • Attended tables regularly to check customer needs were met, promptly processing additional food and drink orders.

German teacher

CKU High School
Koszalin, Poland
09.2002 - 06.2005
  • Adapted teaching styles and resources to suit student age and ability.
  • Offered personalised constructive feedback to improve student development.
  • Tailored lesson delivery using proven techniques for students with additional learning needs.
  • Established positive, productive classroom environments for maximised student engagement.

Education

Bachelor Degree - German / Teaching

University of Szczecin
Poland
09/2005 - 06/2008

Skills

  • Interviewing
  • Effective customer communication
  • Data analysis
  • Sales data analysis
  • Programme management
  • Client Interactions
  • Case management
  • Negotiation
  • Business management
  • Building repair and maintenance
  • Training and development

Languages

English
Fluent
Polish
Native
German
Intermediate

Timeline

Multi Site Hotel Manager

Whitbread PLC
02.2008 - Current

Bartender

Huntington's Pub
07.2005 - 02.2008

German teacher

CKU High School
09.2002 - 06.2005

Bachelor Degree - German / Teaching

University of Szczecin
09/2005 - 06/2008
Natalia Gutkowska