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Lisa Nabunnya
Hostess
Abu Dhabi, United Arab EmiratesWork Experience
HostessFull Time
Saadiyat Rotana Resort and villas
Jul 2022 - Mar 2024 -1 yr, 8 months
United Arab Emirates , Abu Dhabi
- Job Details:Presented a positive first impression of the establishments friendliness, excellent service and high standards. Welcomed and greeted guests upon arrival with personalized greetings, and engaged with them in a friendly and professional manner, and bid them farewell as they left. Monitored the waiting area and managed guest wait times effectively, providing updates as needed. Escorted guests to their tables and presented clean, wrinkled free menus, providing assistance as needed and introduced their server. Managed the seating chart to optimize table rotation and turnover, dining space usage, Offered chair assistance and accommodate reservations and walk-in guests Promote special menu items, beverages, and promotions to guests during seating and interaction. Answer phone calls and inquiries regarding reservations, availability, and dining options Record reservations accurately in the system, confirming details and special requests with guests. Maintain an organized reservation book or system, updating it with new bookings and cancellations. Communicate effectively with servers, bartenders, and kitchen staff to ensure smooth and seamless service. Relay special requests, dietary restrictions, and other guest preferences to the appropriate personnel. Coordinate seating assignments and pacing of tables to optimize service flow. Provide guests with information about the restaurant, including menus, specials, and promotions. Addressed guest inquiries and provided necessary information about the menu, specials, and promotions and guided guests through dining experience Reports & other documents to be filed on daily basis and monthly reports to be submitted. Gain guest loyalty by encouraging guests to participate in loyalty programs or provide feedback through surveys. Assist with coat check, if applicable, and handle lost and found items. Keep the hostess stand desk clean, organized, visually appealing and well-stocked with necessary supplies. Anticipate guest needs and offer assistance to enhance their dining experience, address guest inquiries, concerns and special requests promptly and courteously
WaiterFull Time
Saadiyat rotana resort and villas
Nov 2021 - Jun 2022 -7 months
United Arab Emirates , Abu Dhabi
- Job Details:Performed all necessary tasks to service, food and beverage according to the standards of the performance manual of the hotel. Greeted and seated guests and served them in a professional, discreet and personalized way, ensuring their journey is sensational. Presented the food and beverage menu and Acquired in depth knowledge of the menu of the assigned outlet in order to make knowledgeable Recommendations based on the Guests Preferences and the availability of ingredients. Consistently monitored quality of food and beverages being served. Practiced good customer relations and attended to guests complaints or queries satisfactorily. Utilized remarkable Sales Techniques to upsell and promote bespoke Services, lavish Concepts, and exclusive Special Promotions to Elevate the Guest Experience and foster Revenue Growth. Proactively acknowledged and Remembered Guest Preferences, maintaining meticulous Guest History records to curate unparalleled, Hotel Service. Took and delivered Food and Beverage Orders accurately and efficiently, ensuring special Dietary Requirements and Preferences are considered. Demonstrated an Unwavering Commitment to upholding the hotels First-in-Class Standards, providing personalised Service to Guests at all times. Ensured a Seamless Dining Experience for Guests, Anticipating their Needs, and Fulfilling Special Requests. Exhibited an exceptional understanding of the hotels' diverse destinations, concepts, menus, events, and bespoke offerings, enabling Guest Assistance at every touchpoint. Efficiently Processed Billing and Payments while adhering to hotel industry-leading Control Procedures. Contributed to a Luxurious Dining Experience by working Collaboratively with the Food and Beverage Team to maximise Guest Satisfaction, ensuring next-level Service. Assisted in the lavish Table Setup and helped maintain the Dining Destinations overall Cleanliness and Atmosphere
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration
makerere UniversityJan 2021
Languages
English
Fluent