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SOHAIL MOHAMMED

SOHAIL MOHAMMED

DUBAI,UNITED ARAB EMIRATES

Summary

Experienced professional with a strong background in reservations, accounts payable, and reception management. Demonstrates exceptional telephone etiquette, proactive initiative, and proficiency in MS Office and hotel software. Skilled in room assignments, computer literacy, mail handling, inventory monitoring, written correspondence, travel arrangements, and complaint resolution. Committed to enhancing operational efficiency and delivering outstanding customer service.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education

Work History

Front desk agent

DORUS HOTEL
DUBAI, UAE
02.2024 - Current
  • Execute efficient check-in and check-out procedures. (IDS software)
  • Manage online and phone reservations, utilizing platforms such as Agoda and Booking.com, and update tariffs accordingly.
  • Ensure accurate guest details are maintained by keeping the DTCM updated.
  • Enhance hotel revenue through effective room upgrades and stay informed on all room types and hotel extensions.
  • Verify guest payment methods and credit card data with precision.

Collect and register detailed guest information, including contact details and stay dates.

  • Warmly welcome guests and assign rooms professionally and efficiently.
  • Provide comprehensive information on hotel rooms, rates, and amenities.
  • Address client complaints promptly and professionally.

Coordinate with housekeeping to ensure rooms meet cleanliness and comfort standards.

  • Confirm group bookings and deliver tailored services for VIP clients and event attendees.
  • Upsell hotel facilities and services to maximize guest satisfaction and revenue.
  • Maintain organized records of bookings and payments.

Cafe owner

FRUZZBY CAFE
HYDERABAD, INDIA
08.2022 - 01.2024

Hotel butler

TAJ HOTEL
Dubai, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES
01.2021 - 07.2022
  • Greeting guests and acquainting them with the hotel’s amenities

Handling CHECK -IN AND CHECK OUTS, and reservations. (OPERA - PMS)

  • Handling TAJ CLUB FOOD AND BEVERAGE OPERATIONS. I used to give exceptional service to VVIP GUEST, CELEBRTTIES.
  • Enhance the revenue by suggesting the hotel services, like spa, pool bar, or any best cuisine.
  • I used to handle multiple things ex: coordinating with laundry, housekeeping, engineering dept, food and beverage dept, production dept, and travel desk.
  • Anticipating guests’ needs and solving their problems, making glitch report.
  • Researching dining and entertainment recommendations and making reservations
  • Providing directions and information about local points of interest

supervising staff

  • Ensuring rooms and common areas meet guest standards

Managing staff scheduling and payroll

  • often including renovations and maintenance work

Event planning

Waiter

ANANTARA THE PALM RESORT
DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES
11.2019 - 05.2020
  • Greeted guests and familiarized them with the hotel's amenities. (OPERA-PMS)
  • Made menu recommendations, answered inquiries, and provided additional information.
  • Presented the menu and provided detailed information on portions, ingredients, and potential food allergies.
  • Ensured optimal cleanliness and sanitation for all organizational projects.
  • Conducted investigations on service design and provided necessary materials to enhance guest services.
  • Assisted room service staff to effectively provide maximum guest facilities.
  • Monitored phone calls to the room service department to ensure timely resolutions.
  • Managed bar set-up and maintenance, checked buffet tables, and initiated plans to enhance hotel aesthetics.
  • Coordinated with various departments to ensure staff setup and supply meet standards.
  • Monitored order completion, administered maintenance projects, and communicated with engineering staff for repairs.
  • Prepared documents to maintain adherence to departmental standards.
  • Tracked assignment status and follow-up with management, maintaining waiting list oversight.
  • Reviewed archives and price lists, analyzing food and drink offerings.

WAITER

ROTANA
Al Fujairah City, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES
04.2018 - 11.2019
  • Followed health and hygiene standards when handling food and cleaning restaurants.
  • Handled payment transactions to guarantee smooth customer checkout process.
  • Accurately took orders, making menu recommendations as appropriate.
  • Upheld health and safety standards by regularly sanitizing hands and work areas.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to queries and requests.
  • Verified completed orders and served guests at tables.
  • Advised on food and drink choices based on customer preferences.

Front desk supervisor

GOLCONDA HOTEL
HYDERABAD, INDIA
08.2015 - 02.2018
  • Posted new charges to customers' rooms and compiled itemised statements.
  • Ensured hotel cleanliness for enhancing guest experience.
  • Reconciled floats and administered petty cash systems.
  • Coordinated room bookings via telephone or online portals for seamless operations.
  • Kept reservations systems up-to-date for clear availability management.
  • Ensured prompt delivery of messages or packages to guests' rooms enhancing service quality.
  • Assisted guests in their queries, improving overall satisfaction levels.
  • Trained new employees in using hotel software systems, increasing efficiency on the job.
  • Supervised front desk team effectively fostering a positive work environment.
  • Managed cash drawer and financial transactions accurately for proper accounting records.
  • Recommended hotel services to upsell dining, bar and spa experiences.
  • Organised staff schedules to ensure smooth operation of front desk services.
  • Coordinated housekeeping staff to prepare rooms for guest arrivals.

TELPHONE OPERATOR AND FRONT DESK AGENT

AVASA HOTEL
HYDERABAD, INDIA
11.2011 - 09.2014

Education

Postgraduate Degree - HOSPITALITY

VISHWAM INSTITUTE OF HOTEL MANAGMENT
HYDERABAD, INDIA
05.2010 - 04.2011

Skills

  • Reservations
  • Accounts payable
  • Telephone etiquette
  • Proactive initiative
  • Reception management
  • MS Office
  • Room assignments
  • Computer literacy
  • Mail handling
  • Inventory monitoring
  • Hotel software proficiency
  • Written correspondence
  • Travel arrangements
  • Complaint resolution

Languages

English
Advanced
Arabic
Elementary
Russian
Beginner
Hindi
Native

Affiliations

  • FITNESS

Accomplishments

Many times pop up my name on social media and several online platforms.

Nominated for employee of the Year and star of the month.

Received employee of the month twice.

Timeline

Front desk agent

DORUS HOTEL
02.2024 - Current

Cafe owner

FRUZZBY CAFE
08.2022 - 01.2024

Hotel butler

TAJ HOTEL
01.2021 - 07.2022

Waiter

ANANTARA THE PALM RESORT
11.2019 - 05.2020

WAITER

ROTANA
04.2018 - 11.2019

Front desk supervisor

GOLCONDA HOTEL
08.2015 - 02.2018

TELPHONE OPERATOR AND FRONT DESK AGENT

AVASA HOTEL
11.2011 - 09.2014

Postgraduate Degree - HOSPITALITY

VISHWAM INSTITUTE OF HOTEL MANAGMENT
05.2010 - 04.2011
SOHAIL MOHAMMED