Experienced and dedicated night receptionist with a strong background in 4 and 5-star hotels. Demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of the hospitality industry, excels at managing night operations and ensuring an exceptional guest experience. Additionally, has successfully worked as a night supervisor, gaining a deeper understanding of hotel management, team coordination, and overseeing overnight operations. Known for quick adaptability to new environments, thrives in dynamic, high-pressure settings. Unmatched attention to detail drives a constant strive for perfection in all aspects of work, ensuring the highest standards are met. Approachable and friendly individual who creates a welcoming and positive atmosphere for guests, ensuring their comfort and satisfaction throughout their stay. Passionate about delivering outstanding customer service, committed to making every guest's experience seamless and memorable. Focused on operational efficiency and unwavering dedication to excellence, brings a high level of professionalism to every aspect of the role.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Housekeeping Porter
South Bank Tower
04.2021 - 07.2021
Communicated with co-workers and managers to coordinate tasks
Handled equipment, chemicals and materials with caution
Maintained high standard of service and delivered exceptional customer service, upholding brand standards
Responded promptly to resident requests for additional amenities and services
Kept lob and entrance areas clean and organised to create welcoming first impression for guests
Welcomed residents in friendly, professional manner
Night Receptionist
Great Northern Hotel
05.2022 - 12.2022
Managed guest satisfaction in an intimate setting, ensuring each guest received personalized service in a 5-star hotel with 88 rooms, fostering repeat visits through exceptional attention to detail.
Performed corridor checks and noise patrols, creating a peaceful environment and maintaining the hotel’s luxury standards.
Successfully managed all guest inquiries and concerns during the night shift, delivering prompt, courteous, and professional service.
Facilitated smooth shift handovers, ensuring accurate communication of important information to the day shift team.
Prepared the hotel for the morning shift, supporting multiple departments with seamless transitions, ensuring readiness for busy operations.
Played a key role in front desk operations, including guest check-ins, check-outs, and providing room keys, ensuring high levels of guest satisfaction.
Monitored security by screening visitor IDs and performing routine checks, maintaining a safe environment for both guests and staff.
Delivered professional administrative support, including handling messages, recording guest requests, and ensuring the smooth running of operations.
Used OPERA system effectively for guest reservations, inquiries, and administrative tasks, contributing to the efficient operation of hotel systems.
Represented the hotel’sluxury standards through exemplary guest interactions and a polished, professional demeanor.
Night Supervisor
Great Northern Hotel
12.2022 - 07.2023
As the Night Supervisor in a luxury boutique hotel with 88 rooms and 5 floors, I acted as the hotel's main point of contact and representative during the night shift. Working alongside a single Night Receptionist, I took on the duties of managing all hotel operations, ensuring a seamless experience for guests, and maintaining high service standards in the absence of the day management team.
Key responsibilities:
Supervised night operations and ensured that all guest services were delivered efficiently, maintaining the hotel’s high standards of luxury service.
Managed guest check-ins, check-outs, and inquiries, ensuring smooth, efficient processes and providing personalized service to each guest.
Led the night shift as the hotel's primary representative, overseeing all aspects of the operation and ensuring the property was run effectively in the absence of a daytime management team.
Took full responsibility for hotel security, conducting regular patrols, monitoring access control, and ensuring guest safety in the absence of a dedicated security team.
Acted as the first point of contact for any emergency situations, such as medical emergencies or security concerns, managing the situation until resolution.
When necessary, handled maintenance issues directly or arranged for emergency repairs, ensuring that guests’ comfort was never compromised due to lack of staff or resources.
Coordinated with the Night Receptionist to ensure effective communication across all hotel departments, acting as a liaison for both guests and staff.
Addressed guest complaints and concerns, ensuring a prompt resolution while maintaining the hotel's reputation for excellent customer service.
Managed administrative duties, such as preparing reports, logging overnight activities, and ensuring that important information was communicated clearly during shift handovers.
Handled cash transactions, billing issues, and petty cash, ensuring accuracy and transparency in all financial matters during the night shift.
Supported the maintenance of hotel cleanliness, ensuring that public spaces, the reception area, and guest rooms met the hotel’s impeccable cleanliness standards.
Took an active role in upselling hotel services, rooms, and amenities, increasing revenue while ensuring guests had a complete and enjoyable experience.
Conducted regular property checks to ensure all systems were functioning correctly, troubleshooting any issues or ensuring that urgent repairs were addressed.
Represented the hotel’s values during night operations, ensuring all staff interactions with guests were aligned with the hotel’s mission of delivering exceptional service.
Managed emergency situations, including fire alarms, medical emergencies, and any crisis that arose, ensuring guests' safety and comfort while adhering to hotel protocols.
As the sole authority during the night shift, made real-time decisions on staffing, security, maintenance, and guest requests, adapting to changing situations and ensuring the smooth operation of the hotel.
Managed night shift handovers, providing detailed reports to the day team to ensure a seamless transition and that all necessary information was passed on effectively.
Night Receptionist
Park Plaza Westminster Bridge
05.2024 - Current
Oversaw night operations for a 15-floor hotel with suites, collaborating with a full team including room service, security, and the events team to ensure a smooth and seamless guest experience during the night shift.
Managed guest check-ins, check-outs, and inquiries efficiently, handling complex requests from both individual guests and larger group reservations in a high-paced environment.
Coordinated nightly hotel operations, liaising with various departments such as housekeeping, security, and room service, ensuring all guest needs were met promptly and facilitating effective communication between teams.
Monitored hotel security protocols overnight, working closely with the security team to ensure guest safety, manage access control, and respond to any emergencies in a timely and professional manner.
Actively participated in the coordination of events, providing support to the events team to ensure smooth execution of late-night functions or last-minute guest requests.
Delivered exceptional customer service by handling guest complaints, concerns, and requests quickly and efficiently, ensuring positive outcomes and maintaining professionalism under pressure.
Utilized OPERA system and other hotel management software to manage guest reservations, bookings, and process guest transactions, ensuring accurate records for overnight operations.
Handled a wide variety of guest requests, including room service orders, wake-up calls, and special accommodation needs, ensuring timely and accurate service.
Ensured the cleanliness and organization of the reception area and hotel public spaces, upholding the hotel’s high standards of luxury and professionalism.
Took proactive measures to resolve guest issues before they escalated, making on-the-spot decisions that aligned with hotel policies while prioritizing guest satisfaction.
Managed the hotel’s overnight cash flow, including petty cash handling, billing discrepancies, and ensuring the accuracy of financial records.
During guest departures, ensured a smooth and efficient check-out process, including confirming charges, processing payments, and thanking guests for their stay.
Asked guests for feedback on their experience and ensured that any issues were addressed, improving the quality of future stays and gathering valuable insights.
Provided departing guests with additional services, such as arranging transportation, providing directions, or fulfilling special requests, ensuring a pleasant and hassle-free departure.
Maintained detailed logs for all overnight activities, including maintenance issues, guest complaints, and security incidents, ensuring accurate handovers to the day shift.
Collaborated with the night team to review and address any maintenance or operational issues, ensuring timely follow-up and resolution.
Supported the hotel’s revenue generation efforts by upselling rooms, promoting hotel services, and ensuring guests were aware of available amenities during their stay.
Handled emergency situations effectively, including medical emergencies and fire drills, ensuring the safety of guests and staff in compliance with hotel safety protocols.
Education
Level 1 Diploma - bricklaying
Walthamstow Forest College
09.2017 - 12.2018
Skills
Exceptional Customer Service Skills
Employee training and development
Front Office operations
Self-Motivated
Problem solving
Strong Time Management Skills
Situational Awareness
Collaborative Team Member
Relentless approach
Attention to detail
Team Leadership
Consistent Work Performance
Effective Multitasking
Decision-making
Self motivation
Timeline
Night Receptionist
Park Plaza Westminster Bridge
05.2024 - Current
Night Supervisor
Great Northern Hotel
12.2022 - 07.2023
Night Receptionist
Great Northern Hotel
05.2022 - 12.2022
Housekeeping Porter
South Bank Tower
04.2021 - 07.2021
Level 1 Diploma - bricklaying
Walthamstow Forest College
09.2017 - 12.2018
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