Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Certification
Travelling, Event Planning, Foreign Language Learning, Networking and Socializing, Photography
Timeline
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Saloni Thakkar

Ottawa,ON
Saloni Thakkar

Summary

A hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure an entry-level position. Ready to help the team achieve company goals. Experienced Guest Relations Associate in the hospitality industry. Proven expertise in providing exceptional customer service, resolving guest issues, and ensuring overall satisfaction. Skilled in communication, conflict resolution, and cultural sensitivity. Proficient in hotel operations and utilizing management software. Dedicated to creating a positive guest experience.

Overview

2
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

Madhubhan Resort & Spa

Guest Relations Associate
03.2021 - 05.2022

Job overview

  • Greeted guests upon arrival by providing a warm welcome.
  • Compiled feedback to help management improve guest relations policies and prevent common conflicts.
  • Engaged guests through upbeat conversation.
  • Advised guests about on-property and off-site amenities best suiting needs.
  • Answered multi-line telephone system to aid guests, direct callers and take messages.
  • Created a welcoming and comfortable environment for guests.
  • Maintained a high level of professionalism and discretion when dealing with guests.
  • Responded to guest inquiries to maximize guest satisfaction.
  • Maintained accurate and up-to-date records of guest information.
  • Managed check-in and check-out procedures for guests.
  • Worked closely with guests, some VIPs, or celebrities, with a high degree of respect for privacy.
  • Assisted with luggage handling, valet services and concierge services.

Renaissance Hotel

Intern
12.2019 - 03.2020

Job overview

During my industrial exposure training, I gained comprehensive experience across core hotel departments, including Front Office, Housekeeping, Food and Beverage Service, Sales, and Event Management. In the Front Office department, I warmly welcomed guests, offered welcome drinks, and assisted them by providing directions to reception, restaurants, or event venues based on their needs. I ensured their comfort by escorting them to their rooms, explaining amenities, and addressing any inquiries. In Housekeeping, I maintained cleanliness in assigned rooms, corridors, and pantries, restocking trolleys for daily tasks, and fulfilling guest requests promptly. Additionally, I performed extra cleaning duties, such as attending to shower heads, AC grills, and minibars. As a hostess in the KURO restaurant, I recorded guest details, managed feedback, and ensured table setup and cleanliness. I also provided information about menus, timings, and reservations, while occasionally assisting as a waitress. In the Sales and Event Management department, I proactively made sales calls to determine guests' room or venue requirements. I met with potential clients, showcasing the property, its amenities, banquet halls, and addressing inquiries, while also providing approximate rates and conducting property tours.

Education

Algonquin College
Ottawa, ON

Post-Graduate Certificate from Human Resource Management
06.2024

Sardar Patel University
Gujarat, India

Bachelor of Hospitality Management (Honours) from Hospitality Management
08.2020

University Overview

  • Graduation with Distinction, with CGPA 3.25
  • Recipient of Gem of CZPCBM, Semester two, 2018.
  • Member of PR Committee, 2018 to 2020
  • Participated in inter-college mime competition, competed in a folk dance competition, and actively engaged in events on International Tourism Day.
  • Industrial Exposure Training at Renaissance by Marriott, Completed in 2020

Skills

  • Communication and interpersonal skills Customer Needs Assessments
  • Detail Work
  • Guest Relations Management
  • Guest Liaison
  • Financial Transactions
  • Customer Relations
  • Microsoft Word
  • Cash Register Operations
  • Front Desk Operations
  • Problem-solving and conflict-solving skills
  • Multi-Tasking Abilities
  • Knowledge of hotel operations and services

Languages

English
Full Professional
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Gujarati
Native or Bilingual

Certification

  • Industrial Exposure Training - 4 Months


Travelling, Event Planning, Foreign Language Learning, Networking and Socializing, Photography

In recent times, I have developed a profound appreciation for traveling. Through my recent freelancing job as an event coordinator, I have had the opportunity to explore various locations, interact with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds, and delve into their unique lifestyles, local cuisines, and traditions, which I find immensely captivating. Upon relocating to Canada in December 2023, I have encountered individuals of different nationalities and languages, which has fueled my fascination for acquiring new languages. The prospect of conversing with Spanish, French, and Moroccan individuals in their respective national languages greatly appeals to me. Additionally, I have a personal hobby that brings me immense joy—photography. I derive immense satisfaction from capturing and preserving exquisite moments, thereby creating enduring mementos of my travel experiences.

Timeline

Guest Relations Associate

Madhubhan Resort & Spa
03.2021 - 05.2022

Intern

Renaissance Hotel
12.2019 - 03.2020

Algonquin College

Post-Graduate Certificate from Human Resource Management

Sardar Patel University

Bachelor of Hospitality Management (Honours) from Hospitality Management
Saloni Thakkar