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AMAL KHALDOUNE

AMAL KHALDOUNE

Dubai

Summary

TO SECURE A CHALLENGING POSITION IN A REPUTABLE ORGANIZATION TO EXPAND MY LEARNINGS, KNOWLEDGE, AND SKILLS.

Experienced retail professional with a background in accounting and marketing. Fluent in 4 languages and skilled in leadership, communication and project management.

Hospitality professional with strong background in guest services and event coordination. Skilled in managing reservations, greeting guests, and providing exceptional customer experiences. Known for effective team collaboration and adaptability to changing needs.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Hostess

Annex Beach and Twiga Club
05.2021 - 10.2023
  • Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
  • Greeted customers warmly upon arrival and provided friendly and warm presence throughout dining experience.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, balancing responsibilities such as answering phone calls, greeting guests, and updating reservation logs simultaneously.
  • Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
  • Organized, stocked and cleaned establishment's front lobby during shifts to maintain welcoming appearance.
  • Opened and closed seating sections according to volume of guests.

Event Hostess

PHILIP MORRIS INTERNATIONAL
03.2021 - 01.2022


  • MEETING OR EXCEEDING SALES GOALS
  • HELPING DETERMINE PRICING SCHEDULES FOR QUOTES, PROMOTIONS, AND NEGOTIATIONS
  • PREPARING WEEKLY AND MONTHLY REPORTS
  • GIVING SALES PRESENTATIONS TO A RANGE OF PROSPECTIVE CLIENTS

STORE MANAGER

FR BOUTIQUE DONNA
02.2020 - 03.2021


  • MANAGING BUDGETS
  • MAINTAINING STATISTICAL AND FINANCIAL RECORDS
  • DEALING WITH CUSTOMER QUERIES AND COMPLAINTS
  • OVERSEEING PRICING AND STOCK CONTROL

HOSTESS

GOLDEN GOOSE EVENTS
05.2019 - 10.2020

• HOSTESS AROUND ITALY FOR MANY EVENTS

  • WELCOME GUESTS IN A WARM AND FRIENDLY MANNER
  • ASCERTAINS THEIR DINING/LODGING NEEDS
  • SEATS GUESTS AND MANAGE THE SEATING CHART
  • MONITORS RESTAURANT ACTIVITY TO DETERMINE SEATING AND DINING FLOW
  • RESPONDS TO GUEST INQUIRIES AND REQUESTS IN A TIMELY, FRIENDLY, AND EFFICIENT MANNER

Hotel Flora

Receptionist and Waitress
04.2017 - 03.2019
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.

Education

HIGHSCHOOL OF ACCOUNTING AND INTERNATIONAL MARKETING - Accounting, Marketing, International Public Relations

Bologna

Skills

  • Verbal communication
  • Customer service
  • Resolving conflict
  • Teamwork
  • Energy level
  • Professionalism
  • Confidence

Languages

Arabic
Italian
English
French

Timeline

Hostess

Annex Beach and Twiga Club
05.2021 - 10.2023

Event Hostess

PHILIP MORRIS INTERNATIONAL
03.2021 - 01.2022

STORE MANAGER

FR BOUTIQUE DONNA
02.2020 - 03.2021

HOSTESS

GOLDEN GOOSE EVENTS
05.2019 - 10.2020

Hotel Flora

Receptionist and Waitress
04.2017 - 03.2019

HIGHSCHOOL OF ACCOUNTING AND INTERNATIONAL MARKETING - Accounting, Marketing, International Public Relations

AMAL KHALDOUNE