Peter Schreurs
Sugar Land,TX
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at renown and iconic hotels like The Plaza Hotel in New York, Fairmont Turnberry Isle in Aventura and The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria, excelling in executive leadership, outstanding communication and guest services and project management. Awarded for creating a culture of caring, demonstrating both hard and soft skills essential for hospitality excellence.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Hotel Manager
The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria
Houston, TX
12.2022 - Current
- Oversaw all hotel operations, including the Front Office, Housekeeping, Food and Beverage, and all supporting departments.
- I acted as the Interim General Manager from September 2024 onwards.
- Created a positive work environment for staff by providing guidance, support, recognition and motivation.
- Instrumental in introducing all Sonesta-mandated programs and standards.
- Guided property to Ecosure certification in the summer of 2024.
- Assisted in defining and executing capital projects.
- Conducted regular inspections of the property's interior and exterior areas to identify any maintenance issues requiring immediate attention.
- Analyzed customer feedback to identify areas for improvement in services offered.
Task Force General Manager
Sonesta Hotels and Resorts
11.2020 - 12.2022
- Performed task force assignments as General Manager in Denver, Boston, Silicon Valley, Atlanta, San Francisco, Miami, Portland, and Austin.
- Oversaw all hotel operations and supporting departments.
- Responsible for full onboarding of incoming General Manager.
- Assisted with special projects in Minneapolis, and Irvine.
Director of Food and Beverage /Director of Operations
The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria
Houston, TX
01.2013 - 11.2020
- Oversaw the Front Office, Housekeeping, and Food and Beverage departments.
- Reimagined food and beverage operation during the 2013/2014 hotel renovation.
- Yearly budgeting and monthly forecasting.
- Oversaw the purchasing and inventory management of all operational departments.
- 2014 Sonesta Culture of Caring award winner.
Director of Operations
Le Meridien Dallas Galleria, HEI Hotels & Resorts
Dallas, TX
04.2011 - 11.2012
- Oversaw operations departments to include Front Office, Housekeeping, and Food and Beverage.
- Coordinated a soft-good renovation of guest rooms and lobby in summer of 2011
Director of Rooms
Westin Riverwalk Hotel
San Antonio, TX
11.2009 - 04.2011
- Oversaw the Front Desk, Housekeeping, Service Express, Valet, and Minibar departments..
- Oversaw budgeting process for Rooms Division departments; monitored labor costs and other expenses to ensure maximum profitability.
- Provided leadership support during periods of high-volume activity; maintained an environment conducive to excellent customer service.
- Conducted regular meetings with department heads to review progress towards goals; identified areas needing improvement.
Director of Operations
The Resort at Singer Island
Singer Island, FL
09.2006 - 11.2009
- Member of the pre-opening Executive Committee.
- Integration condo-hotel and private residences into one flawless guest experience.
- Oversaw the Front Office, Housekeeping, Food and Beverage, Pool and Beach, Valet, and Spa departments.
Director of Food and Beverage
Fairmont Turnberry Isle Resort and Club
Aventura, FL
03.2005 - 09.2006
- Oversaw three restaurants, two bars, in-room dining, banquet and catering operations, golf cart service, pool operation, and beach club.
- Instrumental in introducing and maintaining Fairmont's operational standards.
- Integrated golf club and hotel operation into one seamless guest experience.
Assistant Director of Food and Beverage
The Paza Hotel (Fairmont managed)
New York, NY
11.1998 - 03.2005
- Oversaw the day-to-day operation of four restaurants, two bars, banquet operation, and 24-hour in-room dining.
- Managed private 24-hour butler service.
- $50+ million in annual revenue.
- Excellent working relationship with on-property Local 6 union representation.
- Developed budgets, monitored costs and ensured that they were within budget parameters.
- Worked tirelessly with all departments to create a world-class guest experience at this iconic landmark hotel.
Education
Hotel Management
COOVI-PIVIT - Erasmus Hoge School
Brussels06-1990
Skills
- Executive leadership
- Guest services management
- Project management
- Training and mentoring
- Outstanding communication skills
- Food and beverage operations
- Labor and expense management
Languages
Dutch
Native/ Bilingual
French
Professional
Spanish
Limited
German
Limited
Timeline
Hotel Manager
The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria
12.2022 - Current
Task Force General Manager
Sonesta Hotels and Resorts
11.2020 - 12.2022
Director of Food and Beverage /Director of Operations
The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria
01.2013 - 11.2020
Director of Operations
Le Meridien Dallas Galleria, HEI Hotels & Resorts
04.2011 - 11.2012
Director of Rooms
Westin Riverwalk Hotel
11.2009 - 04.2011
Director of Operations
The Resort at Singer Island
09.2006 - 11.2009
Director of Food and Beverage
Fairmont Turnberry Isle Resort and Club
03.2005 - 09.2006
Assistant Director of Food and Beverage
The Paza Hotel (Fairmont managed)
11.1998 - 03.2005
Hotel Management
COOVI-PIVIT - Erasmus Hoge School
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