DANIEL PADILLA
Omaha,NE
Summary
Industrious and enthusiastic management professional offering 8+ years of Hospitaly experience. Proven to consistently meet productivity, business and customer service objectives. Skillfully work with all employees to enhance performance and improve day-to-day processes. Diplomatic in resolving internal and customer issues to maximize satisfaction.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager
Fairfield Inn And Suites Marriott
04.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
- Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
General Manager
Fairfield Inn And Suites Duluth
08.2019 - 04.2023
- Established and administered annual budget with controls to prevent overages, minimize burn rate and support sustainability objectives.
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules and contract negotiations.
- Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty.
- Developed effective business plans to align strategic decisions with long-term objectives.
- Designed modern employee recognition program which boosted productivity and improved morale.
- LNR set up, Cluster Codes, and Direct Bills
Director of Food and Beverage
Courtyard By Marriott
01.2017 - 08.2019
- Oversaw day-to-day operations of brand new, 131-room hotel with staff of 30 employees
- Fosse, Marsha, Empower, MGS, GSS, Micros
- Booked large groups for weddings, seminars, conferences and other events, providing best available room rates
- Hired and trained new employees, demonstrating best methods for serving clients and guests
- Marketing, Inventory, trained Bistro staff
- Handled guest complaints and offered complimentary services to maintain high guest satisfaction rates
- Bar set up and safe serve certified
- Established accurate forecasting systems that enabled precise scheduling and inventory management, minimizing shortages and surplus.
- Developed a strong team of food service professionals, selecting top talent through comprehensive recruitment initiatives.
- Monitored industry trends to ensure offerings remained fresh, relevant, and in high demand among target demographics.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - International Hospitality And Tourism Management
University of Nebraska - Lincoln
Lincoln, NE05.2017
High School Diploma -
Omaha South High School
Omaha 05.2011
Skills
- Control labor, employee engagement
- Sales, revenue and cost objective
- OXI/Opera
- Marsha, Fosse, MGS, Micros, MESH
- Empower, beekeeper, Outlook, MARFP, MRDW
- Network development
- Scheduling understanding
- Lobby, room, kitchen, and brand auditing
- Bilingual Capability
- Payroll submission,approval, and employee maintenance files
- Budget development
- Food Preparation and Safety
- Staff training/development
Timeline
General Manager
Fairfield Inn And Suites Marriott
04.2023 - Current
General Manager
Fairfield Inn And Suites Duluth
08.2019 - 04.2023
Director of Food and Beverage
Courtyard By Marriott
01.2017 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Arts - International Hospitality And Tourism Management
University of Nebraska - Lincoln
High School Diploma -
Omaha South High School
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