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Merry Grace

Merry Grace

Dubai,UAE

Summary

Accomplished Luxury hospitality professional with expertise in property management and guest experience. Strong communicator with proven skills in leadership, problem-solving, and team collaboration. Proficient in Opera PMS, billing, and quality standards, with a strategic approach to enhancing customer satisfaction and operations. Well-prepared to contribute as a Guest Experience Manager, driving service excellence and continuous improvement.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Assistant Manager Front Office

Ciel Dubai Marina, IHG by Vignette Collection
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
2025.07 - Current
  • Minimised inventory loss to support profit margins.
  • Handled customer complaints to assist in restoring brand trust.
  • Managed guest experience department and butlers team to ensure service quality.
  • Provided customer service to encourage repeat business and foster customer loyalty.
  • Coordinated with management on operational issues to aid in improving efficiency.
  • Fostered positive work environment through employee recognition initiatives.
  • Conducted performance reviews to identify improvement opportunities.
  • Trained new hires in service standards to enhance productivity.
  • Led team meetings to promote open communication among staff.
  • Directed staff schedules and rosters to optimise workforce utilisation.

Assistant Guest Relations Manager

Jumeirah Mina Al Salam
Dubai, UAE
2024.10 - 2026.04

- Oversee guest relations and ensure exceptional customer service standards.

- Supervise daily operations and assist in managing staff performance.

Assistant Outlet Manager

Al Samar Lounge Jumeirah Mina Al Salam & Margaux Pastry Boutique
Dubai, UAE
2022.09 - 2024.10
  • Responsible for the profitability and performance of a food service outlet
  • Duties include overseeing daily operations, customer service, staff work schedules, cashiering, food supplies, maintenance and administrative operations

Club Executive Lounge- Supervisor and Trainer

Jumeirah Mina Al Salam
Dubai, UAE
2021.10 - 2022.08
  • Assisted staff performance through ongoing training and coaching initiatives.
  • Supported front office tasks alongside food and beverage responsibilities.
  • Evaluated performance and delivered constructive feedback to team members.
  • Aided in resolving employee issues and disputes effectively.
  • Managed outlet inventory to maintain optimal stock levels.

Guest Service Executive

Jumeirah Al Qasr / Dar Al Masyaf
Dubai, UAE
2018.10 - 2021.09
  • Assisted customers with understanding billing processes.
  • Processed payments accurately and efficiently.
  • Coordinated with departments to ensure smooth daily operations.

Guest Service Representative/ Guest Relations

Taj Hotels Palaces Resorts
Dubai, UAE
2016.03 - 2018.03
  • Facilitated pre-arrival communication with guests.
  • Updated operational requests in Opera system.
  • Welcomed guests upon arrival and assisted with check-in procedures.
  • Addressed guest complaints and inquiries with professionalism.

Receptionist

Widham Hotel
Nueva Ecija, Philippines
2015.04 - 2016.01
  • Assisted guests with personalised service by using names and offering full attention.
  • Addressed customer complaints effectively.
  • Compiled documents and reports, filing copies and faxing required papers to relevant parties.

Education

Diploma of Education - Hotel and Restaurant, Tourism Management

Saint Paul University
Tuguegarao City, Philippines
2011.06 - 2013.03

Diploma of Education - Hotel and Restaurant, Tourism Management

St. Elizabeth Global College
Philippines
2013.06 - 2015.03

Skills

  • Verbal and written communication
  • Guest, customer, and employee relations
  • Leadership and goal-setting
  • Pressure management and decision making
  • Judgment and work standards
  • Diverse customer interaction
  • Opera property management system
  • Billing and inventory management
  • Telephone equipment handling
  • Property management expertise
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Team building and strategic planning
  • Public relations expertise
  • Quality assurance techniques
  • Upselling strategies

Certification

Employee of the Month Jumeirah Al Qasr

Manager of the Year Jumeirah Mina Al Salam

Timeline

Assistant Manager Front Office

Ciel Dubai Marina, IHG by Vignette Collection
2025.07 - Current

Assistant Guest Relations Manager

Jumeirah Mina Al Salam
2024.10 - 2026.04

Assistant Outlet Manager

Al Samar Lounge Jumeirah Mina Al Salam & Margaux Pastry Boutique
2022.09 - 2024.10

Club Executive Lounge- Supervisor and Trainer

Jumeirah Mina Al Salam
2021.10 - 2022.08

Guest Service Executive

Jumeirah Al Qasr / Dar Al Masyaf
2018.10 - 2021.09

Guest Service Representative/ Guest Relations

Taj Hotels Palaces Resorts
2016.03 - 2018.03

Receptionist

Widham Hotel
2015.04 - 2016.01

Diploma of Education - Hotel and Restaurant, Tourism Management

St. Elizabeth Global College
2013.06 - 2015.03

Diploma of Education - Hotel and Restaurant, Tourism Management

Saint Paul University
2011.06 - 2013.03
Merry Grace