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Salim Rabieh

Salim  Rabieh

Summary

Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.

Overview

14
years of professional experience
2
Certifications
1
Language

Work History

Hilton Amman
Amman, Jordan

Director of Front Office Operations
10.2022 - 06.2023

Job overview

  • Directed a re-brand from Grand Millenium to Hilton, worked side by side with the General Manager in order to be compliant to the Hilton Brand, and had a successful grand opening which brought us record breaking results for the property.
  • Maintained a 4.9 rating on Trip Advisor, and Booking.com. We did this by making sure Leaders give extensive and continuous training, support and development
  • Coached employees through day-to-day work and complex problems for Front Desk, Reservations, Operators, Lobby Ambassadors, Valet, and Bellmen
  • Stayed compliant of the Hilton standards and brand by making sure to handle Hilton tickets immediately and resolve guest issues with a sense of urgency.
  • Supervised and guided new employees and responded quickly to questions to improve understanding of job responsibilities.
  • Managed files and records for guests and adhered to safety procedures to prevent breaches and data misuse.
  • Created fun Operation team events to increase team culture, such a team marathon, dinner party, and appreciation week.
  • Prepared reports to assist business leaders with key decision making and strategic operational planning.
  • Delivered performance reviews, recommending additional training or advancements.
  • Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue and effectively targeting new markets
  • Handled problematic customers for the team by sitting side by side with them away from the common area to find a resolution and maintain excellent customer service.

Grand Millennium Hotel
Amman, Jordan

Front Office Manager
01.2014 - 01.2022

Job overview

  • Promoted to Front Office Manager, and was responsible for all operations teams at the property - Front Desk, Reservations, Operators, Lobby Ambassadors, Guest Relations, Valet and Bellmen
  • Worked side by side with the General Manager on operation management, goals, analysis and feedback
  • Kept the team accountable of achieving high occupancy by producing high incremental revenue and day of reservations for additional upsells and packages to guest reservations
  • Monitored customer service trends and provided insights to management team for further improvement.
  • Developed training material and programs to help onboard teams

Grand Millennium Hotel
Amman, Jordan

Assistant Front Office Manager
03.2012 - 01.2014

Job overview

  • Assisted the Front Office Manager in overseeing the Front Desk by managing schedules, assigning tasks, and creating a positive environment.
  • Focused on guest relations and growth which created more repeating guests and events
  • Interacted with customers by phone, email, or in-person to provide information.
  • Coached employees through day-to-day work and complex problems.
  • Reduced customer issues by 70% with introduction of surveys and questionnaires.

Crowne Plaza, Dead Sea

Front Office Supervisor
01.2011 - 03.2012

Kempinski Ishtar Hotel, Dead Sea, Dead

Front Office Supervisor
07.2009 - 01.2011

Education

American Academy of Hospitality
Amman, Jordan

Associate of Arts from Hospitality
05.2001

Skills

Team Leadership Brand Expansion High-Level Sales Proficiency Strategic Planning & Analysis Revenue Generationundefined

Additional Information

  • Achievements/TasksAchievements/Tasks

Certification

Front Office Management

Timeline

Director of Front Office Operations

Hilton Amman
10.2022 - 06.2023

Front Office Manager

Grand Millennium Hotel
01.2014 - 01.2022

Assistant Front Office Manager

Grand Millennium Hotel
03.2012 - 01.2014

Front Office Supervisor

Crowne Plaza, Dead Sea
01.2011 - 03.2012

Front Office Supervisor

Kempinski Ishtar Hotel, Dead Sea, Dead
07.2009 - 01.2011

Front Office Management

03-2007

HR Management

03-2007

American Academy of Hospitality

Associate of Arts from Hospitality
05.2001
Salim Rabieh