Accomplished Dual Director of Housekeeping at Renaissance and Springhill Suites Atlanta airport Gateway Hotels, adept in operations management and exceptional interpersonal skills, I spearheaded initiatives that resulted in historic of productivity for Room attendants of 0.42 and maintain Renaissance in the top 5 in cleanliness for the brand. My leadership not only enhanced guest experiences but also achieved significant cost savings, showcasing my ability to exceed strategic goals and foster team development. It is highlighted that Housekeeping managers of Courtyard South, Courtyard Downtown, Courtyard Avalon and Alpharetta and AC gateway were trained on my team.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Dual Director of Housekeeping
Renaissance And Springhill Suites Gateway
06.2021 - Current
Supported, mentored and motivated 45+ team members focused on improving internal and external guests experience.
Constantly development of team members. Training and promoting new talent. 5+ Managers developed nd 12+Supervisor and inspectors.
Led multiple projects with corporate team to enhance operational effectiveness and efficiency.
Worked in matrix management environment with oversight of division level managers, operations, sales, finance, human resources, safety and compliance.
Maximized productivity , cost savings initiatives and management systems by establishing specific goals and managing operations.
Collaborated with all support teams including Guest Experience, Safety, Engineering, Loss Prevention, Front Desk, Sales, Events, Accounting to meet business objectives.
Managed scheduling, payroll, and performance evaluations for housekeeping staff, fostering positive work environment that encouraged professional growth.
Established effective quality control measures, consistently monitoring performance metrics to identify areas requiring improvement or adjustment.
Controlled daily business operations by devising and deploying short and long-range strategies to grow quality and accomplish objectives.
Monitored employee productivity and optimized procedures to reduce costs.
Monitored customer feedback GSS to devise business strategies and determine process improvements for better customer experiences.
Conducted regular room inspections to verify compliance with housekeeping standards.
Cleanliness scores of: 90.5% for Renaissance in top 5 in the world. 77% for Springhill Suites in 40 % of the Brand.
Task Force Housekeeping Director
Intercontinental Hotel The Wharf
04.2024 - 06.2024
Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
Running the department for transition to Hotel pro Outsourcing.
Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
Managed daily operations while overseeing multiple locations to foster increased productivity.
Task Force Housekeeping Manager
Residence Inn West Palm Beach
03.2021 - 05.2021
Improved company policies and standards to outline ethical, safe and efficient procedures.
Prepared training personnel to improve compliance at all levels.
Assigned housekeeping staff to specific shifts and room blocks based on abilities and daily requirements.
Implemented new cleaning processes and team strategies to reduce necessary man-hours
Increased employee performance through effective supervision and training.
Placed orders for housekeeping supplies and guest toiletries.
Worked with front desk to respond promptly to all guest requests.
Maintained controls over expenses and inventory for optimal budget tracking.
Drove continuous commitment to product quality and safety, reducing downtime and overtime with effective budgeting and assignation of talents as well as resources.
Cleanliness Score increased from 65 to 78.
Task Force Housekeeping Manager
Colee Hotel. Old W Buckhead
11.2020 - 02.2021
Directed team of 12 team member during the transition from W to Colee.
Implemented new cleaning processes and team strategies to reduce necessary man-hours.
Drove improvements to workflow and room turnover with hands-on, proactive management style.
Increase the Cleanliness Score from 45 to 68.
Placed orders for housekeeping supplies and guest toiletries.
Increased employee performance through effective supervision and training.
Adhered to safety protocols by enforcing proper equipment usage.
Evaluated employee performance and developed improvement plans.
Worked with front desk to respond promptly to all guest requests.
Drove continuous commitment to product quality and safety, reducing downtime and overtime with effective budgeting and assignation of talents as well as resources.
Maintained controls over expenses and inventory for optimal budget tracking.
Analyzed and identified equipment failure root causes and initiated correction actions.
Assigned housekeeping staff to specific shifts and room blocks based on abilities and daily requirements.
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Housekeeping Supervisor
Westin Hilton Head Island
03.2019 - 10.2020
Implemented safety protocols for handling hazardous materials, reducing workplace accidents.
Investigated guest complaints and resolved issues to increase customer satisfaction and establish trust.
Developed strong working relationships with vendors to ensure timely delivery of supplies and cost-effective purchasing decisions.
Regularly monitored employees'' adherence to hotel policies and procedures, ensuring consistent application of brand standards across the department.
Conducted regular room inspections to verify compliance with housekeeping standards.
Improved overall guest satisfaction by consistently maintaining clean and organized rooms and common areas.
Civil Engineer
Venezuela
01.2012 - 02.2018
Optimized construction schedules by utilizing advanced project management tools and techniques, ensuring timely completion.
Performed routine training and attended special events to enhance job knowledge and skills.
Supervised construction progress on-site, addressing any discrepancies or issues promptly while maintaining safety protocols.
Reduced construction costs by conducting value engineering assessments and identifying cost-effective solutions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
Metropolitan University
Caracas, Venezuela
02.2012
Skills
Customer Relations
Coaching and mentoring
Staff Management
Budget administration
Quality Management
Operations Support
Safety and compliance
Opera, PMS, FOSSE, REX HotSoS
Leadership
Strategic Planning
Flexible & Adaptable
Conflict resolution
Customer expectations management
Cultural awareness
Analytical skills
Operations management
Exceptional interpersonal skills
Exceeding strategic goals and KPIs
Accomplishments
Promoted within 12 months of hire date.
6 years of constant Mutual Growth and development in Hotel pro.
Mentored new employees and provided detailed feedback on milestones, resulting in production of 6+ housekeeping Managers developed and more than 12 + Supervisors and inspectors.
Employee retention in less than 7%
Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Awarded Hotelpro High-Five for exceeding the KPIs for 2021,2022 and 2023
Achieved GSS in top 5 of hotel brand with accuracy and efficiency.