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Abubaker Nsubuga

Indianapolis,IN

Summary

Polished Hospitality professional with history of success in high-volume environments. Top-notch communicator adept at providing pleasant and personable service while maintaining efficiency. Service-oriented with excellent organization and task-management skills.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Front Desk Agent Trainee

JW Marriott Indianapolis
05.2024 - Current
  • Coordinated with sales department for group bookings, ensuring smooth arrival and departure experiences for large parties.
  • Implemented effective time management skills to prioritize tasks during high-pressure situations while maintaining excellent customer service standards.
  • Managed reservations effectively, minimizing overbooking situations and accommodating special requests.
  • Addressed guest inquiries in a professional manner via phone calls, emails, or face-to-face interactions.

Front Desk Team Leader

Burj Al Arab Hotel
10.2021 - 04.2024
  • Perform all check‐in and check‐out tasks
  • Manage online and phone reservations
  • Inform customers about payment methods and verify their credit card data
  • Register guests collecting necessary information (like contact details and exact dates of their stay)
  • Welcome guests upon their arrival and assign rooms.Provide information about our hotel, available rooms, rates and amenities
  • Respond to clientsʼ complaints in a timely and professional manner
  • Liaise with our housekeeping staff to ensure all rooms are clean, tidy and fully‐furnished to accommodate guestsʼ needs
  • Confirm group reservations and arrange personalized services for VIP customers and event attendees, like wedding guest
  • Upswell additional facilities and services, when appropriateMaintain updated records of bookings and payments

Concierge Agent

Melia Desert Palm
09.2020 - 09.2021

Guest service Agent

  • Welcoming customers upon arrival and confirming reservations
  • Acting as the point of reference for guests who need assistance or information and attending to their requirements
  • Understanding customerʼs needs and providing them with personalized solutions by suggesting activities and facilities provided by the hotel
  • Acquiring extensive knowledge of the premises and the nearby venues and businesses to make the most suitable recommendations
  • Arranging events, excursions, transportation etc. upon request from hotel residents
  • Answering the phone and make reservations, taking and distributing messages or mail and redirecting calls
  • Responding to complaints and finding the appropriate solution

Guest Service Agent

Caesars Palace Bluewaters Island
11.2019 - 08.2020
  • Greet all hotel guests upon arrival and explain the hotel facilities, services and attractions available for their comfort and pleasure.
  • Take care of all VIP room guests and coordinate with all concerned departments to fulfill guest needs and requests.
  • Keep concerned departments informed about the guest allergies and food preferences.
  • Maintain open line of communication and ensure guest feedback, remarks or complaints are handled effectively and efficiently by liaising without any delay with all other departments concerned.
  • Maintain seamless interaction with guests in order to facilitate guest recognition, obtain preferences, anticipate guest needs and proactively action all their requests and requirements.
  • Provide exceptional personalized service to all guests.
  • Plan guest itinerary and ensure any special occasions are made me

Bellman

Mandarin Oriental Hotel,
01.2019 - 10.2019
  • Train and supervise new staff members on baggage handling procedures.
  • Explain important features of guest rooms to travelers.
  • Notify front desk manager of any guest issues in need of additional attention.
  • Escort guests to assigned rooms and transport luggage.
  • Retrieve and transport guest luggage.
  • Respond to guest inquiries and requests in a timely, friendly and efficient manner.
  • Organize and store luggage, as needed, according to guidelines.
  • Assist with room moves, special luggage deliveries and/or pulls, and attend the main lobby and front door, as needed.

Doorman/Bellman

St. Regis Hotel
03.2017 - 06.2018
  • Welcoming guests at the main entrance, and greeting them appropriately as per the time.
  • Escort guests to their rooms and explain hotel facilities.
  • Assist the guests to deliver all baggage, faxes, messages, and packages to guests and do several other tasks according to the guestʼs request.
  • Assist with valet parking during the arrival and departure of the guest.
  • Receive and store the guest luggage and keep a proper record of level tags
  • Store the guestʼs luggage in the luggage room and respond to their request.
  • Tie the luggage tags to the guestʼs luggage, especially for group check-in.
  • Guide the guests to arrive at the reception desk and to wait beside them.
  • Receive the room key from the front desks and escort the guest to the room.

Food and Beverage Attendant

St. Regis Dubai
04.2016 - 12.2016

Food and beverage attendant, 01/04/2016 -26/12/2016

  • Greet customers, and maintain a friendly demeanor throughout their experience.
  • Accurately take food and beverage orders, correctly using the ordering system.
  • Take special note of food allergies or preferences, and be able to communicate that clearly to kitchen staff.
  • Understand and communicate whatʼs on the menu, answering questions customers might have, and making recommendations on menu selections to customers if necessary.
  • Accurately deliver food to customers, making sure that what comes out of the kitchen is correct and appealing before taking it to the table.
  • Periodically check in with customers to make sure everything is going well with their meal, being attentive, and responding to additional requests as needed.
  • Respond quickly to issues customers have, getting management involved if necessary.
  • Collect payment from customers accurately and honestly.
  • Help with basic food prep as needed, and/or perform light cleaning in the dining, serving stations, or kitchen areas.
  • Keep serving stations stocked with ice, soda, etc., as well as keeping their section clean and prepared for new guests.
  • Know and follow applicable food service safety regulations and best practices.
  • Be able to stand on their feet for hours at a time and lift up to 25 pounds of weight.
  • Be willing to work flexible hours that may include weekends and holidays.

Education

Bachelor Of Statistics In Population Studies -

Makerere University

Uganda Certificate Of Education -

Kibuli Secondary School

Uganda Advanced Certificate Of Education -

Namilyango Secondary School

Skills

  • Ul>
  • Point-of-sale system operation
  • P>Valet assistance
  • P>Training and mentoring
  • P>Safety policies and procedures
  • P>Organization and Time Management
  • P>Excellent Communication
  • P>Interpersonal communication skills
  • P>Computer skills( opera system, micros system, Microsoft and power point)
  • P>Team player
  • P>Problem-solving skills
  • P>Flexibility

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Front Desk Agent Trainee

JW Marriott Indianapolis
05.2024 - Current

Front Desk Team Leader

Burj Al Arab Hotel
10.2021 - 04.2024

Concierge Agent

Melia Desert Palm
09.2020 - 09.2021

Guest Service Agent

Caesars Palace Bluewaters Island
11.2019 - 08.2020

Bellman

Mandarin Oriental Hotel,
01.2019 - 10.2019

Doorman/Bellman

St. Regis Hotel
03.2017 - 06.2018

Food and Beverage Attendant

St. Regis Dubai
04.2016 - 12.2016

Bachelor Of Statistics In Population Studies -

Makerere University

Uganda Certificate Of Education -

Kibuli Secondary School

Uganda Advanced Certificate Of Education -

Namilyango Secondary School
Abubaker Nsubuga