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KATIE MULHERN

New York

Summary

Results-driven hospitality professional with experience in luxury hotel operations, guest relations, and leadership development. Thrives in fast-paced environments, adapts quickly to changing priorities, and consistently delivers exceptional service under pressure. Recognized for strong operational leadership, attention to detail, and a commitment to creating memorable guest experiences

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Room Operations Voyager

St. Regis NYC: Marriott International
New York
07.2025 - Current

Certifications Systems & Technology Additional Highlights

Voyager Manager-in-Training (Rooms Division) | New York, NY

  • Selected for Marriott International's highly competitive Voyager Leadership Development Program, designed to prepare future hotel leaders through immersive operational and leadership training.
  • Supported daily operations of a Forbes Five-Star, AAA Five-Diamond luxury property featuring 238 guest rooms, 51 Residence Club units, and 12 private residences in a fully unionized environment.
  • Assisted in overseeing Front Office and Housekeeping operations, ensuring seamless guest experiences and adherence to luxury service standards.
  • Collaborated with Rooms leadership to coordinate operations across Rooms Control, Dispatch, Butler Service, Housekeeping, Housemen, Door Staff, Bell Services, and Guest Service Agents.
  • Supported operational oversight of The St. Regis Butler Service, a signature brand hallmark, while maintaining exceptional guest satisfaction and personalized service delivery.
  • Participated in cross-functional rotations within Engineering, Food & Beverage, Sales & Marketing, and Revenue Management to develop a comprehensive understanding of hotel operations.
  • Contributed to operational planning and execution throughout a full-property guest room renovation, maintaining service excellence and minimizing guest disruption.
  • Assisted in labor management, service recovery, guest engagement initiatives, and departmental communication in a high-volume luxury environment.
  • Extensive experience in luxury guest relations, front office operations, food & beverage management, and leadership development through Marriott and St. Regis operations.
  • Proven ability to lead teams, manage guest expectations, and deliver Forbes Five-Star service standards in a fast-paced luxury environment.

Food and Beverage Intern

The Rehoboth Beach Country Club
05.2024 - 08.2024
  • Delivered exceptional service by addressing guest needs promptly and professionally
  • Worked alongside the GM during weekly guest events, to ensure guest satisfaction
  • Addressed guest questions and resolved issues effectively, with groups of up to 1,300 people

Lodging Intern

The Union League of Philadelphia
05.2023 - 08.2023
  • Assisted arriving and departing members and guests, processing check-ins and checkouts
  • Processed billing for both members and non-members, posting charges accurately
  • Maintained a high level of communication with all team members regarding daily club activities and meetings

Front Desk Agent

Congress Hall Hotel Cape May
05.2022 - 08.2022
  • Greeted, registered, and verified guest's payments registration, and travel directions
  • Answered inquiries relating to hotel services, guest's registration, and travel directions
  • Maintained a house bank, and reported daily receipts

Culinary and Hospitality Program

James Beard Foundation
New York
  • Graduated from week-long culinary program hosted by Tutto Toscana, gaining hands-on experience in Italian cuisine
  • Collaborated with staff to improve front-of-house service skills, enhancing guest experience

Education

Bachelors of Science - Hospitality Management, Business

The Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA
05-2025

Florence University of the Arts
Florence, Italy
05-2024

High School -

Villa Maria Academy High School
Malvern, PA
05-2021

Skills

  • PMS: Jonas, Maestro, and Lightspeed
  • Seven Rooms
  • ForeTees
  • Empower GXP
  • Microsoft Office
  • ServSafe Certified
  • Marsha
  • Guest relations

Awards

  • Grace Holderman Award, Awarded to one female student in the new pledge class. An award presented to an outstanding new member. Someone who is enthusiastic, kind, trusting, and all around represents a true Theta Woman. She represents all of Theta's values well: Scholarship, service, leadership, personal excellence, friendship, and sisterhood.
  • RAMP Certified, Responsible Service of Alcohol from the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board
  • ServSafe Food Handler, National Restaurant Association
  • Certified Revenue Management Analyst Certification
  • Received a handwritten "With Distinction" recognition from the Director of Housekeeping for outstanding leadership, professionalism, and operational support.

Leadership And Involvement

  • Eta Sigma Delta: The International Hospitality Honors Society, Recognizes excellence performance of hospitality students in academics, professionalism and service to the community.
  • Kappa Alpha Theta: Service Director, Successfully built meaningful connections with various non-profit organizations in State College, enhancing the chapter's impact in the local community. Maintained records of all service hours logged, ensuring accurate documentation and reporting. Established relationships with diverse Greek chapters at Penn State University, fostering collaboration and community engagement.
  • THON Committee Member, Communications, 2024-2025, Special Events, 2023-2024, Hospitality, 2022-2023, Rules and Regulations, 2021-2022, THON is a student run philanthropy helping families impacted by childhood cancer. Assisted in the coordination and execution of pre-THON weekend events.
  • Pennsylvania Restaurant and Lodging Association, Fundraising Chair

Timeline

Room Operations Voyager

St. Regis NYC: Marriott International
07.2025 - Current

Food and Beverage Intern

The Rehoboth Beach Country Club
05.2024 - 08.2024

Lodging Intern

The Union League of Philadelphia
05.2023 - 08.2023

Front Desk Agent

Congress Hall Hotel Cape May
05.2022 - 08.2022

Culinary and Hospitality Program

James Beard Foundation

Bachelors of Science - Hospitality Management, Business

The Pennsylvania State University

Florence University of the Arts

High School -

Villa Maria Academy High School
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