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Cricket, chess
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Nandakumar Subramanian

Summary

Accomplished Assistant Front Office Manager with a proven track record at Marriott Marquis Washington DC,in a unionized settings. Enhanced Intend To Recommend scores by over 3%. Expert in staff training and development, and workflow optimization, I excel in elevating customer service and operational efficiency. Skilled in FSPMS/GXP/SERTIFY/HOTSHOP/ATLAS, my leadership ensures peak performance and guest satisfaction.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Front Office Manager

Marriott Marquis Washington DC
06.2021 - Current
  • Improved Intend To Recommend scores from 63% to 66.1% in two years in a unionized settings.
  • Elite Appreciation scores from 59% to 64.5% in two years
  • Monitored 60 front office associates to performance and adherence to Marriott brand standards.
  • investigated customer complaints and took corrective actions.
  • streamlined office processes and procedures to boost profits and productivity.
  • Facilitated enhanced associate connections with the management team through implementation of effective communication practices in a unionized settings

Assistant Front Office Manager

Baltimore Marriott Waterfront Hotel
12.2018 - 03.2020

Improved GSS scores from 68% to 70% in the first year.

Successfully trained 24 associates to improve productivity and brand standards

  • Assisted in the recruitment process for front office staff, ensuring a strong team of well-trained employees.
  • Organized weekly team meetings to address challenges, review progress, and set goals for continuous improvement.
  • Managed room inventory to optimize revenue opportunities during high-demand periods.
  • Implemented new procedures for handling guest complaints, resulting in increased customer satisfaction ratings.

Front Desk Manager- Over Night

Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center
07.2016 - 12.2018
  • Greeted visitors and customers upon arrival, offered assistance, and answered questions to build rapport and retention.
  • Trained new staff on correct procedures, compliance requirements, and performance strategies.
  • Oversaw daily cash reconciliations, maintaining accurate financial records for the front desk department.
  • Oversaw front desk operations with eye for hotel reputation, staff productivity, and operational efficiency.
  • Managed team schedules, ensuring adequate staffing levels for optimal front desk operations.

Night Auditor

Marriott Marquis, Washington DC
05.2014 - 02.2016
  • Completed night audit for guest ledgers to close bank and cash registers, reconciling issues quickly, and marking discrepancies.
  • Oversaw night auditing of daily room occupancy and hotel revenue.
  • Controlled cash and credit card payment transactions at front desk to successfully reduce errors.
  • Kept accounts in balance and ran daily reports to verify totals.
  • Handled emergency situations calmly and professionally, keeping guest safety as the top priority at all times.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in various software systems used for reservation management, billing adjustments, and report generation.
  • Promoted a positive work atmosphere by maintaining high levels of professionalism, enthusiasm, and commitment to guest satisfaction during overnight shifts.

Night Auditor

Baltimore Marriott Waterfront Hotel
11.2009 - 07.2014
  • Maintained accurate financial records by diligently balancing daily revenue reports and identifying discrepancies.
  • Completed night audit for guest ledgers to close bank and cash registers, reconciling issues quickly, and marking discrepancies.
  • Prepared detailed end-of-shift reports, highlighting noteworthy incidents or areas requiring improvement for management review.
  • Entered customer data into room system and updated information whenever patrons changed rooms.

Education

BBA - HOTEL MANAGEMENT

INSTITUTE OF HOTEL MANAGEMENT
BOMBAY, INDIA
05.1982

Bachelor of Science - CHEMISTRY,PHYSICS AND MATHEMATICS

DG VAISHNAVA COLLEGE
MADRAS , INDIA
05.1978

Skills

  • FSPMS/ GXP /SERTIFY /ATLAS/ HOTSHOP
  • Staff Training and Development
  • Employee Supervision
  • Financial Reporting
  • Customer Service
  • Financial Reporting
  • Front Desk Operations

Cricket, chess

Left hand bowler a team captain in school and college for 7 years.

Timeline

Assistant Front Office Manager

Marriott Marquis Washington DC
06.2021 - Current

Assistant Front Office Manager

Baltimore Marriott Waterfront Hotel
12.2018 - 03.2020

Front Desk Manager- Over Night

Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center
07.2016 - 12.2018

Night Auditor

Marriott Marquis, Washington DC
05.2014 - 02.2016

Night Auditor

Baltimore Marriott Waterfront Hotel
11.2009 - 07.2014

BBA - HOTEL MANAGEMENT

INSTITUTE OF HOTEL MANAGEMENT

Bachelor of Science - CHEMISTRY,PHYSICS AND MATHEMATICS

DG VAISHNAVA COLLEGE
Nandakumar Subramanian