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Irina Zinkova

Irina Zinkova

Summary

With years of experience in hospitality operations and systems, my expertise lies in improving efficiency and enhancing guest experiences. I am passionate about optimizing processes and implementing technology to drive smoother operations for hotel teams.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages

Work History

Guest Intelligence Manager (CRM Systems Manager)

The Lana, Dorchester Collection Hotel
04.2023 - Current

I oversee the implementation and optimization of the Dorchester Collection CRM system. My responsibilities include managing data integrity, collaborating with teams on system enhancements, and driving CRM-related project implementations. Responsible for creating SOPs and policies to ensure the system aligns with our operations. Additionally, I troubleshoot technical issues as needed.

Raffles Club Manager

Raffles The Palm
08.2021 - 04.2023

Started as Guest Relations Manager, I was part of the pre-opening team, and promoted to Raffles Club Manager in July 2022. I was managing all aspects of Operations of the Executive Facilities, including F&B offering and the reception, ensuring maximum guest satisfaction. Compiling, analysing and controlling Raffles Club cost and inventory.

Guest Relations Manager

Anantara The Palm Resort
07.2018 - 08.2021

Assistant Guest Relations Manager

Fairmont Bab Al Bahr
11.2016 - 07.2018

Guest Relations Supervisor

Fairmont The Palm
08.2013 - 11.2016

My journey at Fairmont the Palm included:
Front Desk Agent - August 2013 to April 2014
Guest Relations Agent - April 2014 to July 2015
Guest Relations Supervisor - July 2015 to November 2016

Hotel Operations Manager

Navalis Hotel
08.2008 - 06.2013

My journey at Navalis Hotel included:
Front Desk Receptionist - August 2008 to August 2009
Front Desk Manager - August 2009 to January 2011
Operations Manager - January 2011 to June 2013

Education

Hospitality Administration And Management -

Immanuel Kant Baltic Federal University
Kaliningrad, Russian Federation
04.2023 - Current

Skills

  • Technical proficiency in hospitality systems
  • Project Management
  • Data analysis
  • Problem-solving
  • Process Improvement
  • Communication Skills

Personal Information

Nationality: Lithuanian

Web

http://linkedin.com/in/irina-zinkova-56003167

Timeline

Guest Intelligence Manager (CRM Systems Manager)

The Lana, Dorchester Collection Hotel
04.2023 - Current

Hospitality Administration And Management -

Immanuel Kant Baltic Federal University
04.2023 - Current

Raffles Club Manager

Raffles The Palm
08.2021 - 04.2023

Guest Relations Manager

Anantara The Palm Resort
07.2018 - 08.2021

Assistant Guest Relations Manager

Fairmont Bab Al Bahr
11.2016 - 07.2018

Guest Relations Supervisor

Fairmont The Palm
08.2013 - 11.2016

Hotel Operations Manager

Navalis Hotel
08.2008 - 06.2013
Irina Zinkova