Summary
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Work History
Education
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Dinuka Ranepura Hewage

Bishopdale,Christchurch

Summary

Knowledgeable Guest Service Representative experienced in busy hotel settings. Driven and dedicated with focus on delivering exemplary service. Skilled multi-tasker successful at meeting performance objectives and helping team members.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Guest Service Agent

Sudima Hotels Christchurch Airport
08.2022 - Current
  • Collected room deposits, fees, and payments.
  • Greeted guests upon arrival and offered assistance.
  • Assisted guests with check-ins, account inquiries and any additional services needed.
  • Maintained consistent positive customer feedback.
  • Responded to incoming guests, telephone calls and email inquiries with efficiency and professionalism.
  • Recommended hotel services or amenities that guest may find useful.
  • Communicated problems regarding guest rooms to housekeeping services and maintenance personnel.
  • Provided guest assistance and recommendations for tourist attractions.

Relief Night Manager

Sofitel Queenstown Hotel & Spa
02.2019 - 07.2022
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
  • Carry out Opera PMs Night Audit procedures on a nightly basis.
  • Monitored and analyzed business performance to identify areas of improvement and make necessary adjustments.
  • Complete Night Audit functions, including posting charges posting room charges and daily room revenue.
  • Ensure the safety and security of the property and the smooth and efficient running of Hotel’s overnight operation.

Night Auditor

Hilton Lake Taupo
11.2017 - 01.2019
  • Completed night audit for guest ledgers to close bank and cash registers, reconciling issues quickly, and marking discrepancies.
  • Oversaw night auditing of daily room occupancy and hotel revenue.
  • Controlled cash and credit card payment transactions at front desk to successfully reduce errors.
  • Generated and printed daily financial reports to track hotel performance.

Concierge

Swiss Belresorts Coronet Peak, Queenstown.
12.2015 - 10.2017
  • Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
  • Addressed customer inquiries with timely and professional responses via phone, email and in-person interactions.
  • Remedied issues quickly and effectively through active listening, conflict resolution, and dynamic communication skills.
  • Managed daily operations of concierge desk and monitored staff performance to proactively address inefficiencies.

Room Attendant

Hilton, Lake Side Residence By Hilton & DoubleTree
01.2015 - 11.2015
  • Vacuumed carpets, mopped floors and dusted surfaces to maintain spotless environment.
  • Engaged with guests on room requirements and amenities to promote overall satisfaction.
  • Responded to guest requests for assistance, toiletries, and personal care items.
  • Replenished guest room water glasses, toiletries, and paper products.

Education

Diploma in Business Management (Level 7)

Concordia Institute of Business
Auckland, NZ
11.2014

Skills

  • Guest Accounts
  • Guest Orientation
  • Issue Resolution
  • Guest Service and Assistance
  • Maintenance Team Collaboration
  • Hotel Reservations

Additional Information

  • Familiar with MS-Office.
  • New Zealand Full Driving Licence.
  • Have experience in handling Opera, Onq PM, Protel, HMS property management systems.

Timeline

Guest Service Agent

Sudima Hotels Christchurch Airport
08.2022 - Current

Relief Night Manager

Sofitel Queenstown Hotel & Spa
02.2019 - 07.2022

Night Auditor

Hilton Lake Taupo
11.2017 - 01.2019

Concierge

Swiss Belresorts Coronet Peak, Queenstown.
12.2015 - 10.2017

Room Attendant

Hilton, Lake Side Residence By Hilton & DoubleTree
01.2015 - 11.2015

Diploma in Business Management (Level 7)

Concordia Institute of Business
Dinuka Ranepura Hewage