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Abdullatif Althubaity

Abdullatif Althubaity

Makkah,KSA

Summary

Front office manager with proven expertise in customer service, office management, and administrative support. Maintains professionalism and tact in all interactions, focusing on enhancing customer satisfaction and retention rates.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Front Office Manager

Doubletree by Hilton hotels
Makkah, KSA
02.2022 - 05.2023
  • Successfully achieved annual departmental goals and key performance targets during my tenure at Hilton Suites.
  • Selected and nominated by cluster general manager for ten-month operations program.
  • Joined DoubleTree Hotel reopening team following closure during pandemic.
  • Served on hiring committee; participated in staff selection and onboarding training.
  • Provided front office training for handling guest inquiries during operations.
  • Achieved Doubletree room upsell goals and improved guest satisfaction outcomes.
  • Assessed VIP reservation amenity orders and guest-arrival preparations for incoming house guests.
  • Assisted guests during their stay, creating a positive experience.
  • Coordinated with housekeeping to ensure rooms were ready for new arrivals.
  • Handled reservation enquiries effectively, providing accurate information to potential guests.
  • Implemented new procedures for increased productivity within the team.
  • Maintained the reception area to provide a welcoming atmosphere.
  • Trained new staff members to uphold service standards.
  • Oversaw departmental targets, guest satisfaction performance, Hilton Honors enrolment growth, and incremental revenue generation to support overall hotel objectives.
  • Designed strategic schedules, rotas and workloads to promote productivity.
  • Partnered collaboratively with other departments to determine optimum schedules for special projects.
  • Set office policies and procedures to keep team members coordinated.

Front Office Manager

Hilton Suites Makkah
Makkah, KSA
05.2020 - 01.2022

Managed front office operations as taskforce front office manager for 1 year.
Trained and supported the team to meet hotel front office priorities.
Closed 2021 with front office targets exceeded by 15% in December.

Front Office Manager

Doubletree by Hilton Hotels
Makkah, Makkah
03.2020 - 05.2020
  • Managed training and development for all front office staff to align KPIs.
  • Handled guest complaints and queries, maintaining professional, effective communication throughout resolution.
  • Managed front-of-house budgeting, asset management, supplies, and purchasing processes for hotel operations.
  • Implemented strategic staff scheduling, aligning staffing levels with daily operational needs.
  • Assessed financial report shortfalls and identified actionable areas for improvement.
  • Maximized front desk efficiency by producing clear, comprehensive training manuals for staff.
  • Maintained brand image by monitoring appearance standards and front office performance.
  • Analysed payroll cost against forecasted occupancies to optimise performance.
  • Monitored budgets and payroll records to prevent overspending.
  • Completed weekly front office rote to keep operational cover optimal.
  • Delivered guest experience and trained team on hotel products and policies.
  • Trained and developed front office staff to exceed individual KPIs.

Assistant Front Office Manager

Raffles Makkah Palace
Makkah, KSA
10.2018 - 02.2020
  • Constantly exceeded customer satisfaction targets by reviewing comment cards and implementing corrective action plans.
  • Managed complaint resolution process, employing investigation and creative problem-solving skills to ensure positive guest outcomes.
  • Improved quality of service, ensuring current staff knowledge of hotel products, services and policies at all times.
  • Communicated corporate objectives across all divisions through regular correspondence and scheduled follow-up.
  • Improved customer satisfaction scores through application of superior conflict resolution and problem-solving skills.

Duty Manager

Swissotel Makkah
Makkah , KSA
12.2015 - 10.2018
  • Optimized guest experience, conducting room and floor inspections to ensure cleanliness to quality standards.
  • Responded to guests concerns with speed and knowledge to maintain composure and professional demeanor .
  • Provided outstanding levels of customer care to retain customer loyalty and refine company reputation.
  • Improved staff retention levels through engaging training, motivational reward schemes and inspiring leadership.

Affluent Customer Service Manager

ANB
Makkah, KSA
01.2008 - 10.2015
  • Increased mortgage loans by 23% through effective product promotion.
  • Reduced or eliminated various financial discrepancies by improving documentation and reporting accuracy for budget and operational controls.
  • Organized financial data and completed reports detailing key metrics, completing within timeframes and without assistance.
  • Identified market product demands and customer trends to increase customer base and retain existing ones for sustainable profits.
  • Improved long-term prospecting, strategy development and customer engagement by implementing successful growth strategies.
  • Increased new business connections and revenue generation opportunities by improving networking strategies.

Front Office Supervisor

Hilton Hotel & Towers
Makkah, KSA
01.2003 - 12.2007
  • Ensured smooth operations by coordinating front desk staff and activities.
  • Tracked inventory levels, facilitating timely procurement of necessary supplies.
  • Addressed guest queries promptly, enhancing overall guest experience.
  • Maintained high standards of accuracy and quality in data entry and recordkeeping.
  • Updated office management on team's activities and progress at weekly meetings.
  • Communicated policy changes and business priorities to streamline office team tasks.
  • Instructed employees in company policies and procedures, maximising compliance and consistency.
  • Set office policies and procedures to keep team members coordinated.
  • Conducted individual appraisals, set KPI targets, and devised professional development plans to improve staff performance.

Education

Master of Business Administration - Strategic Management

IBAS
Switzerland
01.2024 - 10.2025

Diploma - Operations

SHINE1 4D
Hilton Worldwide
09.2024 - 01.2025

Bachelor of Business Administration - General

King Faisal University
Al Ahssa- KSA
08-2019

Skills

  • Front Office Operations Management

  • Team Leadership & Coaching

  • Staff Engagement & Motivation

  • Guest Satisfaction & Service Recovery

  • Revenue Growth & Upselling Strategies

  • Financial Forecasting

  • Complaint Resolution

  • OnQ PMS & Opera PMS

  • KPI Management

  • Commercial Acumen

  • Organizational Planning

  • Hilton Honors Enrollment Strategies

  • Training & Development

  • Strategic Leadership

  • Crisis handling expertise

Timeline

Diploma - Operations

SHINE1 4D
09.2024 - 01.2025

Master of Business Administration - Strategic Management

IBAS
01.2024 - 10.2025

Front Office Manager

Doubletree by Hilton hotels
02.2022 - 05.2023

Front Office Manager

Hilton Suites Makkah
05.2020 - 01.2022

Front Office Manager

Doubletree by Hilton Hotels
03.2020 - 05.2020

Assistant Front Office Manager

Raffles Makkah Palace
10.2018 - 02.2020

Duty Manager

Swissotel Makkah
12.2015 - 10.2018

Affluent Customer Service Manager

ANB
01.2008 - 10.2015

Front Office Supervisor

Hilton Hotel & Towers
01.2003 - 12.2007

Bachelor of Business Administration - General

King Faisal University
Abdullatif Althubaity