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Work History
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Languages
Certification
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Hryhorenko Mariia

Hryhorenko Mariia

Vancouver,BC

Summary

General experience in hotel, restaurant and gambling business for 7 years. Have a great interest in studying the intricacies of service, there is also experience in management. An ambitious person with leadership qualities, can quickly navigate difficult situations and make confident decisions. Communication skills, the ability to attract the trust of customers and colleagues. Focused on professional growth and high performance.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Guest Experience Expert

Delta Vancouver Downtown Suites by Marriott
09.2022 - Current
  • Processed check-ins and checkouts efficiently and courteously according to established standards.
  • Greeted guests upon arrival and provided information about local attractions, restaurants, and transportation options.
  • Assisted in resolving guest complaints related to room availability, cleanliness, service issues, or billing disputes.
  • Informed guests of hotel services and amenities.
  • Performed cashier duties such as taking payments from customers, reconciling accounts, and issuing receipts.
  • Managed phone calls in an efficient manner by transferring calls when necessary or assisting with inquiries.
  • Provided concierge services such as making reservations for dining or entertainment events on behalf of guests.
  • Coordinated with housekeeping staff to ensure rooms are prepared prior to check-in time.
  • Performed as a Night Auditor.

Reception Agent

The Westin Warsaw
06.2022 - 09.2022
  • Responsible for check-in and check out processes.
  • Acted as concierge and receptionist simultaneously.
  • Managed the reservation system and perform bookings, cancellations and reservation amendment.
  • Answered telephone and in-person queries about hotel services and facilities.
  • Assisted guests with flight bookings and in-city transportation where needed; was responsible for registered guests on the hotel rewards program and issuing accompanying vouchers and complimentary items.
  • Calculated the guests during the eviction, as well as controlled their accounts during their stay at the hotel.

Reception Agent

Sheraton Grand Warsaw
06.2022 - 08.2022

(Part Time)

  • Assisted in check-in and check-out procedures, including verifying identification, assigning room keys and providing directions to rooms.
  • Greeted guests upon arrival and provided them with information about the hotel and its services.
  • Provided concierge services such as restaurant reservations, transportation arrangements and sightseeing suggestions.
  • Processed payments for guests' accommodations using computerized systems.
  • Responded to inquiries regarding hotel services, facilities, events and local attractions.
  • Handled guest complaints in a professional manner while resolving issues quickly and efficiently.

Guest Relations Manager

Billionaire Casino
10.2021 - 02.2022
  • Looked for foreign players.
  • Engaged in booking/purchasing tickets and hotel.
  • Organized transport and met guests at the airport.
  • Helped with hotel accommodation and other leisure matters.
  • Organized comfortable conditions for the game.
  • Helped organize raffles.
  • Advised managers about characteristics of the guest and his preferences for the intricacies of the game.
  • Applied for visas and helped with other documents.

Front Office Shift Leader

InterContinental Hotel
04.2020 - 10.2021
  • Performed as a Manager On Duty.
  • Partially supervised the work of front desk staff in the absence of the general manager and advised other departments.
  • Supervised the proper performance of the audit.
  • Checked the rooms before check-in VIP guests.

Reception Agent

InterContinental Hotel
03.2018 - 04.2020
  • Engaged in accommodation of guests according to the rules and standards of the 5 star hotel.
  • Informed guests about the rules at the hotel, and which services provided.
  • Calculated the guests during the eviction, as well as controlled their accounts during their stay at the hotel.
  • Answered e-mails and received calls.
  • On weekends performed the duties of the reservation department.
  • Audited, reported from all departments and rebooted the hotel system on a daily basis.

Reception Administrator

Royal Olympic Hotel 4
03.2017 - 11.2017
  • In charge of booking rooms, engaged in accommodation of hotel guests.
  • Supervised the guest's compliance with the hotel's internal regulations and safety rules.
  • Conducted calculations of guests and engaged in eviction.
  • Received calls and was responsible for e-mails.
  • Supervised employees of other departments and the quality of customer service.
  • Was engaged in the organization of transport and leisure of guests, organized tours.
  • Worked with reporting documents and performed a night reboot of the hotel program; performed certain official tasks of management.

Event Organizer

Embassy of Italy in Ukraine
04.2016 - 06.2016
  • Searched for potential buyers for Italian trading companies in Ukraine and organizing exhibitions of clothing and footwear by Italian designers, with the possibility of purchasing goods for Ukrainian entrepreneurs.

Education

Bachelor's and Master's degree from the Faculty of Restaurant and Hotel Management -

Kyiv National University of Trade and Economics
Kyiv, Ukraine

Skills

  • Initiative
  • Attention to details
  • Stress resistance
  • Punctuality
  • Ability to work with office equipment (copier, printer, scanner, fax)
  • Work experience with travel agencies and booking systems
  • Telephone conversation skills
  • Twice had experience in passing a hotel audit for 5* hotels
  • Held trainings for five-star hotel staff at Hilton Hotel Kyiv and Hyatt Regency Kyiv
  • Ability to work with hotel systems: OPERA PMS, SERVIO HMS

Languages

English
Full Professional
Polish
Elementary
Ukrainian
Native/ Bilingual
Russian
Native or Bilingual

Certification

  • At Your Side Service from IHG Group
  • Polite English course from Marriott Group
  • English language courses in London, UK

Timeline

Guest Experience Expert

Delta Vancouver Downtown Suites by Marriott
09.2022 - Current

Reception Agent

Sheraton Grand Warsaw
06.2022 - 08.2022

Reception Agent

The Westin Warsaw
06.2022 - 09.2022

Guest Relations Manager

Billionaire Casino
10.2021 - 02.2022

Front Office Shift Leader

InterContinental Hotel
04.2020 - 10.2021

Reception Agent

InterContinental Hotel
03.2018 - 04.2020

Reception Administrator

Royal Olympic Hotel 4
03.2017 - 11.2017

Event Organizer

Embassy of Italy in Ukraine
04.2016 - 06.2016

Bachelor's and Master's degree from the Faculty of Restaurant and Hotel Management -

Kyiv National University of Trade and Economics
Hryhorenko Mariia