Kate O' Flynn

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Guest Experience Manager (HOD) at London Hilton On Park Lane driving exceptional guest satisfaction. @ London Hilton On Park Lane
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London Hilton On Park Lane has become a beacon of service excellence under my stewardship as Guest Experience Manager, where innovative strategies have led to a remarkable improvement in our Problem Handling Index and TripAdvisor rankings. The successful implementation of new Pre-Arrival SOPs and amenity programs elevated guest satisfaction, achieving an experience rating jump from 85% to 97%.At InterContinental Edinburgh The George, our team's collaborative efforts were pivotal in enhancing guest experiences, reflected in our ascent from #46 to #33 on TripAdvisor. My operational leadership and dedication to detail have consistently driven positive change, ensuring that every guest interaction becomes a cornerstone of our hotel's reputation for exceptional service.

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London Hilton On Park Lane

London Hilton On Park Lane

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Guest Experience Manager (HOD) at London Hilton On Park Lane driving exceptional guest satisfaction.
united kingdom
Employees:
161
Kate O' Flynn Work Experience Details
  • London Hilton On Park Lane
    Guest Experience Manager (Hod)
    London Hilton On Park Lane Feb 2024 - Present
  • Intercontinental Edinburgh The George
    Guest Services Manager
    Intercontinental Edinburgh The George Sep 2022 - Feb 2024
    Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
    Responsible for management of the guest complaints and increased the Problem Handling Index from 75.90% (Sept 2022) to 89.69% (April 2023),while ensuring satisfaction checks are completed and guests are compensated where required. Drive & improve Guest Satisfaction & the Trip Advisor ranking from #46 to #33 currently to generate more revenue (May 2023).Implementation of new Pre Arrival SOP in February 2023 to drive the overall experience from 85.00% to 97.00% in April 2023.Created and managed effective strategies for optimizing guest experiences through the development of a new amenity program in February 2023 to drive the overall experience from 85.00% to 97.00% in April 2023.
  • Mount Juliet Estate
    Reservations Manager
    Mount Juliet Estate Mar 2022 - Sep 2022
    Thomastown, County Kilkenny, Ireland
    Accountable for managing all HR requirements and processes of the reservations team including weekly job chats and individual development plans for all team members.Attend Weekly Revenue Meeting and ensure all updated and relevant actions are completed and communicated to the reservations team.Management of rebates, cancellations and no-shows to ensure that they are processed on a weekly basis.Supervising and inputting the Rooming Lists shared by the Events Team and ensuring that the guests are contacted to in advance of their arrival to secure their bookings.Resolving all guest complaints which are raised in a timely manner.
  • Carton House, A Fairmont Managed Hotel
    Assistant Front Office Manager (Pre Opening Team)
    Carton House, A Fairmont Managed Hotel Aug 2021 - Mar 2022
    Maynooth, County Kildare, Ireland
    Exceed budget targets and quality standards by proactively leading team members and monitoring operations. Assists as a champion for the ALL Loyalty Program to promote enrollments, arrival standards and colleague training.Manage and monitor activities of all employees in the Front Office to ensure that they adhere to the ACCOR Brand/ LQA Standards, hotel policies & procedures.Assists the Front Office Manager to oversee the 90-day on boarding program to ensure employees feel welcome and team members are prepared for the new arrivals.Ensuring effective scheduling of the Front of House Team while reviewing and approving payroll on a daily basis.Actively participate in guest recognition initiatives: proactively seek to understand guest preferences to execute high levels of personalized service
  • Riordan’S Supervalu Fermoy
    Checkout Supervisor
    Riordan’S Supervalu Fermoy Nov 2020 - May 2021
    Fermoy, County Cork, Ireland
    Covid Relief Role
  • Riordan’S Supervalu Fermoy
    Checkout Assistant
    Riordan’S Supervalu Fermoy Apr 2020 - Oct 2020
    Fermoy, County Cork, Ireland
    Covid Relief Role
  • Intercontinental Hotels & Resorts
    Guest Experience Manager
    Intercontinental Hotels & Resorts Feb 2019 - Feb 2020
    Doha, Qatar
    Resolve all guest complaints in a prompt and professional manner in accordance with the service recovery guidelines to ensure satisfaction.Conduct all personnel related functions such as interviewing, appraising, counseling, employee performance reviews, coaching and succession planning to ensure the productivity of Guest Relations & Reception Team.Developed new ideas to drive cost-effective guest amenities.Analyzed customer feedback to provide strategic direction to continuously improve overall rating.Forbes Audit listed as recommended properties for 2020 with a score of 73.41% in December 2019.IHG Guest Metrics Achieved in 2019 (4/4) and increased ranking among InterContinental Hotels and Resorts in AMEA (8) and IMEA (5) where InterContinental Doha Ranked in December 2019
  • Intercontinental Hotels & Resorts
    Guest Relations Manager & Club Loyalty Champion
    Intercontinental Hotels & Resorts May 2018 - Jan 2019
    County Dublin, Ireland
    Managed day-to-day operations, driving quality standards and exceeding customer expectations.Deputized in the absence of HODs and acquired control of other departments.Trained and mentored the team in application of soft skills, guest recovery strategies and performance optimization techniques.Tracking the daily enrollments and providing daily information for the Priority Enrollments in order to reach our Brilliant Basics target andpromoting the accelerate program to the guests.Ensuring high recognition of IHG Rewards Club and Ambassador Members in order to achieve optimal scores on Social Media Platforms, Trip Advisor & Medallia.
  • Intercontinental Hotels & Resorts
    Guest Relations Team Leader
    Intercontinental Hotels & Resorts Sep 2017 - Apr 2018
    Dubai Marina, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
  • Intercontinental Hotels & Resorts
    Guest Experience Agent
    Intercontinental Hotels & Resorts Sep 2015 - Sep 2017
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates
  • Eliot Hotel Boston
    Front Desk Manager
    Eliot Hotel Boston Jun 2014 - Jun 2015
    Greater Boston Area
  • Adare Manor
    Guest Relations Assistant
    Adare Manor Feb 2014 - May 2014
  • Adare Manor
    Waitress
    Adare Manor Oct 2013 - Feb 2014
  • Great Harbor Yacht Club
    Food Runner
    Great Harbor Yacht Club Jun 2013 - Sep 2013
    Nantucket
  • Adare Manor
    Waitress
    Adare Manor Oct 2012 - May 2013
    Ireland
    I was a Waitress at Adare Manor in the Oakroom Restaurant. I worked breakfast, lunch and dinner shifts. My duties included greeting guests and bringing them to their tables. I also did took orders for Room Service and delivered them to the guests rooms. I also cleared and reset tables and took orders for the guests. I also brought the food to the guests tables. I also worked functions where I was serving the food, drinks and I was also doing the wine at these events.
  • Nh Hoteles
    Trainee Chef
    Nh Hoteles Jul 2012 - Aug 2012
    Luxembourg
    I prepared the mise en place for the breakfast, lunch and dinner shifts. I also worked breakfast, lunch and dinner shifts. I prepared orders for the guests.
  • Nh Hoteles
    Housekeeping Supervisor And Room Attendant
    Nh Hoteles Apr 2012 - Jul 2012
    Luxembourg
    During my time at the NH Hotel in Luxembourg I was supervising the room attendants during the evening shifts when they were cleaning the rooms. I was doing tasks such as guest requests while I was a supervisor. During the morning shifts I worked as a room attendant where I was cleaning rooms.
  • Nh Hoteles
    Waitress
    Nh Hoteles Feb 2012 - Apr 2012
    Luxembourg
    I worked both morning and evening shifts in the Crossroad Restaurant and Bar. I served clients for breakfast, lunch and dinner. I served food and beverages to the clients and I took their orders. I also prepared mise en place for each service period.
  • Nh Hoteles
    Front Office Assistant
    Nh Hoteles Sep 2011 - Jan 2012
    Luxembourg
    During my time as a Front Office Assistant I was working morning, evening and night shifts there. I completed the tasks that were required to be done on the check lists everyday. I also completed guest check ins and check outs. From my time working in the Front Office I was able to complete every task. I also was able to deal with guests queries about the area. I also dealt with any requests that they had.
  • Dromoland Castle Hotel
    Waitress
    Dromoland Castle Hotel Oct 2011 - May 2012
    Ireland
    During my time as a waitress I worked in the Brian Boru Function Room. I worked mainly weddings and the occasional private event. I served food, wine, water and bread to the tables. I was also dealing with guest requests during my time there.
  • Castlemartyr Resort
    Waitress
    Castlemartyr Resort Jun 2009 - Aug 2011
    Ireland
    During my time as a waitress here, I worked in the Bell Tower Restaurant, The Garden Room and the function room which was known as the Capel Suite. I did a wide range of tasks such as taking guests orders and serving their tables. I worked both morning and evening shifts here. During my time there I also did many events in the Capel Suite Function room.
  • Ballyvolane House
    Waitress
    Ballyvolane House Jun 2009 - Aug 2009
    Ireland
    During my time at Ballyvolane House I worked in the main dining room which involved serving the guests who were there for dinner. I also did the morning shifts which involved serving the guests their breakfasts. I also worked the events which consisted of weddings.
  • Capella Hotel Group
    Waitress
    Capella Hotel Group Jun 2008 - Nov 2008
    Ireland
    During my time here I worked as a waitress in the Garden Room and the Bell Tower Restaurant.I worked both morning and evening shifts. I also did some events in the Capel Suite Function Room.

Kate O' Flynn Skills

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Kate O' Flynn works for London Hilton On Park Lane

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Kate O' Flynn's current role is Guest Experience Manager (HOD) at London Hilton On Park Lane driving exceptional guest satisfaction..

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Kate O' Flynn attended Shannon College Of Hotel Management, Loreto Secondary School Fermoy Co. Cork.

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