Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Software
Cooking, Traveling, Blogging
Timeline
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Huzaifa Patel

Huzaifa Patel

Hotelier

Summary

Dynamic Rooms Controller with proven success at Holiday Inn, enhancing guest experiences through strategic room occupancy management and effective inventory oversight. Skilled in upselling and front office management, I excel in clear communication and team supervision, consistently reducing wait times and optimizing operational efficiency.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
4
4
Languages

Work History

Rooms Controller

Holiday Inn
05.2025 - Current
  • Coordinated check-in and pre-registration procedures for arriving groups.
  • Optimized room occupancy rates with strategic planning and coordination among departments.
  • Managed room inventory effectively to minimize overbooking situations.
  • Reduced guest wait times, ensuring quick check-in and check-out experiences.
  • Coordinated with vendors for repair and maintenance of hotel.
  • Reviewed housekeeping supply charts and inventories.
  • Trained new employees on standards and hotel procedures.

Front Desk Receptionist

NIRANTA TRANSIT HOTEL AND LOUNGE
09.2023 - 03.2025
  • Greeted guests at front desk and engaged in pleasant conversations while managing check-in process.
  • Collected room deposits, fees, and payments.
  • Handled sensitive customer information with confidentiality, adhering to company privacy guidelines.
  • Streamlined check-in processes, reducing wait times for guests.
  • Responsible for preparing and submitting Form C for guests holding international citizenship as per FRRO/Immigration guidelines.
  • Managed cash desk operations with accountability for cash and foreign currency.
  • Manage room reservations via calls, emails, or online portals.
  • Coordinate with travel agents, corporate clients, and booking channels.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Studies -

Rizvi College of Hotel Management
Mumbai
04.2001 -

Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) -

Durgadevi Saraf Junior College
Mumbai
04.2001 -

Secondary School Certificate (SSC) -

St Mary's English School
MUMBAI
04.2001 -

Skills

    Upselling skills

    Proficient in computer applications

    Responsive to shifting priorities

    Team supervision

    Front office management

    Clear and concise communication

    Inventory management

Software

WISH NET (PMS)

ORACLE OPERA (PMS)

Cooking, Traveling, Blogging

*Cooking allows me to explore new cuisines and enhance my skills in presentation and hospitality.

*Blogging helps me express ideas, share experiences, and connect with people through writing.

*Traveling broadens my perspective, exposes me to diverse cultures, and improves my adaptability.

These hobbies together reflect my creativity, communication skills, and openness to learning qualities that I bring into my professional role as well.

Timeline

Rooms Controller

Holiday Inn
05.2025 - Current

Front Desk Receptionist

NIRANTA TRANSIT HOTEL AND LOUNGE
09.2023 - 03.2025

Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Studies -

Rizvi College of Hotel Management
04.2001 -

Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) -

Durgadevi Saraf Junior College
04.2001 -

Secondary School Certificate (SSC) -

St Mary's English School
04.2001 -
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