Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Skills
Hobbies and Interests
Timeline
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Daham Kumarathilake

Scarborough

Summary

With 17 years of experience in the hotel/hospitality industry and an additional 2 years in retail, I am a dedicated and organized individual. I have developed strong skills in front office operations and housekeeping throughout my career. My attention to detail and self-motivated nature enable me to excel in any task at hand. Whether working independently or as part of a team, I am comfortable and capable of achieving desired outcomes. Thank you for considering my qualifications.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Retail Manager Shop

Paradise Road company
11.2020 - 05.2023
  • Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures
  • Addressed challenges promptly, enhancing overall service quality.
  • Promoted strict adherence to safety and security guidelines to maintain workplace safety.
  • Facilitated the selection and preparation of incoming staff.
  • Optimized expense management through effective price and service negotiations.

Resident Hotel Manager

Paradise Road The Villa Bentota
01.2010 - 11.2020
  • Managed operations of luxury 15-room villa.
  • Facilitated guest check-ins through efficient information gathering.
  • Addressed complaints effectively to uphold high satisfaction levels.
  • Managed event-related group reservations, ensuring access to most advantageous room rates.
  • Solicited and reviewed guest feedback and promptly resolved complaints
  • Coordinated staff schedules and managed team assignments.

Assistant Manager

Shell Club
01.2008 - 07.2009
  • Oversaw cash transactions and maintained precise deposit records.
  • Assessed customer requirements and provided tailored recommendations for optimal satisfaction.
  • Led daily operations to achieve expected performance, quality and service.
  • Executed strategic event scheduling and logistics management for various celebrations.
  • Detailed reporting of concerns elevated to upper management.

Guest Services attendant

Shell Club
01.2007 - 01.2008
  • Welcomed visitors and members, providing assistance and answering questions.
  • Maintained cleanliness of dining room and work areas by busing and resetting tables.
  • Utilized POS system to efficiently process orders and payments.
  • Developed positive rapport with club members.
  • Kept dining areas tidy to ensure compliance with hygiene standards.
  • Ensured timely service of meals and refreshments, catering to guest preferences.
  • Aided customers with dietary restrictions, allergies, and intolerances in finding suitable meal options by collaborating with kitchen staff on alternatives.

Butler

Embassy Of United States of America
01.2003 - 01.2007
  • Monitored completion of cleaning and household tasks to ensure compliance with established quality benchmarks.
  • Managed all aspects of small dinner gatherings including setup, serving and tidying up.
  • Fostered a harmonious rapport with employer by respecting privacy and confidentiality .
  • Performed light housekeeping, laundry services and grocery shopping effectively.

Trainee Intern

Siddhalepa Ayurveda Healt Resort
02.2002 - 05.2002
  • Organized supplies for housekeeping tasks by stocking carts with necessary linens and tools.
  • Maintained comfortable office areas by regular cleaning.
  • Refreshed bathrooms by replacing used towels and replenishing amenities including shampoo, paper towels, and soap.
  • Performed vacuuming on carpets, upholstery, and fabrics.
  • Quickly managed spill and wet floor incidents upon notification.

Guest service Clerk

Best Western Berjaya Mountroyal Hotel
01.1999 - 12.2001
  • Managed reservations by phone and email, inputting guest data into the system with precision.
  • Cooperated with team to manage guest needs from arrival to departure.
  • Managed daily guest requirements in a dynamic facility environment.
  • Recorded daily occupancy, room rates and revenue in property management system for accurate accounting.
  • Addressed guest issues promptly and courteously.
  • Directed incoming calls to relevant destinations while maintaining a professional demeanor.

Education

Diploma - Restaurent service

Asia lanka hotel school
2001

Diploma - Front office operations

Asia Lanka Hotel school
2000

Advanced Level Exam -

Science College - Mount Lavinia
Mount Lavinia,Srilanka
08.1999

Ordinary Level Exam - Junior High Education

St:Marys College
Dehiwala ,Srilanka
12.1996

Skills

  • Guest experiences
  • Guest accommodations
  • Point of Sale systems
  • Quality assurance

Languages

English
Full Professional
Arabic
Elementary
Sinhalese
Native or Bilingual

Skills

Basic computer  literacy.

Hobbies and Interests

  • Traveling
  • Hiking
  • Outdoor activities

Timeline

Retail Manager Shop

Paradise Road company
11.2020 - 05.2023

Resident Hotel Manager

Paradise Road The Villa Bentota
01.2010 - 11.2020

Assistant Manager

Shell Club
01.2008 - 07.2009

Guest Services attendant

Shell Club
01.2007 - 01.2008

Butler

Embassy Of United States of America
01.2003 - 01.2007

Trainee Intern

Siddhalepa Ayurveda Healt Resort
02.2002 - 05.2002

Guest service Clerk

Best Western Berjaya Mountroyal Hotel
01.1999 - 12.2001

Diploma - Restaurent service

Asia lanka hotel school

Diploma - Front office operations

Asia Lanka Hotel school

Advanced Level Exam -

Science College - Mount Lavinia

Ordinary Level Exam - Junior High Education

St:Marys College
Daham Kumarathilake