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Abdulrahman Aldawsari

Abdulrahman Aldawsari

Front of The House Manager / Sales
Riyadh

Summary

Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Crowne Plaza Riyadh, enhancing guest satisfaction and boosting revenue through strategic operational improvements. Excelled in problem-solving to increase productivity and demonstrated exceptional teamwork, contributing to the highest sales revenue.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages

Work History

Front Office Manager

Crowne Plaza Riyadh RDC Hotel & Convention Center
10.2017 - 10.2024

People

  • Managing day-to-day staffing needs, planning and assigning work and establishing performance and development goals for team members. Providing mentoring, coaching and regular feedback to improve team member performance
  • Educating and training team members in compliance with SOPs and safety regulations. Ensure staff is properly trained and has the tools and equipment to carry out job duties
  • Ensuring that team members are properly trained on systems, security, service and quality standards


Guest Experience

  • Established a work environment where the front office team delivers a great service, professional attention and personal recognition to all guests
  • Ensuring guests are greeted upon arrival and making time to engage with guests. Respond appropriately to guest complaints, solicit feedback and build relationships to drive continuous improvement in guest satisfaction
  • Conducting routine inspections of the front office and public areas and take immediate actions to correct any deficiencies


Financial

  • Help prepare annual departmental operating budget and financial plans. Monitor budget and control labor costs and expenses with a focus on rate strategy, building initiatives and inventory management
  • Overseeing night audit function and preparation of daily financial reports
  • Developing plans to increase occupancy and ADR through walk-ins and upselling at the front desk
  • Checking the billing instructions and guest credit for compliance with hotel credit policy and ensure all transactions are handled in a secure manner


Revenue

  • Managed daily room inventory to maximize occupancy rates and revenue generation.
  • Conducted market research to better understand needs of target demographics, refining marketing strategies.
  • Reduced operational costs without compromising service quality by renegotiating supplier contracts.
  • Reduced waste and pursued revenue development strategies to keep department aligned with sales and profit targets.
  • Defined clear upselling targets and communicated to other team members to drive revenue.

Sales Agent

Daily Food
08.2017 - 10.2017
  • Assisted call-in customers with questions and orders.
  • Increased sales revenue by consistently meeting and exceeding sales targets.
  • Enhanced product knowledge through continuous training and professional development opportunities.

Office Manager

Mubarak Abdullah Mohammed Al Zayed Law Firm
01.2015 - 08.2017
  • Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
  • Coordinated office events and meetings, ensuring timely execution and optimal scheduling for all participants.
  • Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence.
  • Conducted regular inventory assessments of office supplies, ordering necessary items proactively to prevent stock shortages.

Salesperson

QNET E-Commerce Direct Selling
11.2011 - 04.2014
  • Worked to build relationships with customers and built potential for additional sales.
  • Boosted sales by consistently engaging with customers and addressing their needs effectively.
  • Developed relationships with clients for increased loyalty and repeat business.
  • Collaborated with team members to reach collective sales goals, fostering a supportive work environment.

Education

Bachelor of Business - Business Administration And Management

Saudi Electronic University
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
04.2001 -

Skills

    Business Intelligence

    Strong leadership

    Program Development

    Revenue Growth

    Sales strategy

    Performance Management

    Problem-solving aptitude

    Team building

    Training and coaching

    Exceptional customer support

Software

Oracle Opera

Microsoft Excel

Power BI

Timeline

Front Office Manager

Crowne Plaza Riyadh RDC Hotel & Convention Center
10.2017 - 10.2024

Sales Agent

Daily Food
08.2017 - 10.2017

Office Manager

Mubarak Abdullah Mohammed Al Zayed Law Firm
01.2015 - 08.2017

Salesperson

QNET E-Commerce Direct Selling
11.2011 - 04.2014

Bachelor of Business - Business Administration And Management

Saudi Electronic University
04.2001 -
Abdulrahman AldawsariFront of The House Manager / Sales