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Peter Dimitrov

General Manager/ Senior Executive
Sofia

Summary

Senior level professional with a unique experience in S&P 500 high reputable corporation. Strong background in operational, project management and financial expertise. Over 21 years industry experience last 10 years at Executive role overseeing onboard operations. Involved in number of start ups, modernization, newbuild, optimization, special projects and product development. Proved success in leadership, operational excellence and organizational development with keen understanding of managing business project as a whole. Recognized for inspiring management team members to excel and encouraging creative work environment.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages

Work History

Hotel Director/General Manager of Operations

Royal Caribbean Group
09.2015 - Current

Directs the Hotel Operation onboard the vessel to ensure company, departmental and ship performance objectives set against the total guest satisfaction triangle are met or exceeded by performing the following essential duties and responsibilities personally or through subordinate managers. Managed daily operations while overseeing multiple locations to foster increased productivity. The Hotel Operation consists of Food & Beverage, Housekeeping, Guest Services, Financial Operations, Facilities Management, Entertainment & Guest Activities, Human Resources, Training & Development, Information Technology Operations, Casino Operations, Doctor & Medical Facilities and all onboard revenue managers. Throughout the years in the position consistently achieved top fleet ranking/KPIs and performance managing the world largest hotel operation at sea. Worked closely with organizational leadership to guide operational strategy and met company`s goals and objectives. Throughout the years of experience managed the world`s largest cruise ships Oasis Class, part of start ups, modernization and amplifications.

Associate Hotel Director/Food & Beverage Director

Royal Caribbean Group
09.2014 - 10.2015

Manages all the food and beverage service activities throughout the vessel by performing the duties described below either personally or through subordinate supervisors. Assists the Hotel Director in the direction of the Hotel operation. Ensures company, divisional and ship performance objectives are met or exceeded by performing the following essential duties and responsibilities personally or through subordinate managers in accordance with the Four Pillars for Success laid out in the Shipboard Executive Committee Charter. Consistent high performance achieving top fleet KPIs based on the company's balances scored card. Oversaw operations and provided corrective feedback to achieve daily and long-term goals. Oversaw operations and provided corrective feedback to achieve daily and long-term goals. Established departmental performance goals and provided feedback for underperforming areas.

Manager Hotel Operations

Royal Caribbean Group
02.2011 - 08.2013

Assists the Hotel Director in the direction of the Hotel operation onboard Genesis class ships. Manages specific portfolio of duties coordinating the world largest shipboard hotel operation. Involved in take out of the Oasis Class - world largest cruise ships.

Guest Services Manager/Customer Service Manager

Royal Caribbean Group
05.2006 - 02.2011

Being a key member of the shipboard management team, the Guest Services Manager possesses a dynamic outgoing demeanor with a passion for ‘Delivering the Wow' through industry leading service while demonstrating exemplary problem resolution skills. This role establishes and drives a positive working environment and focuses on operational goals where training, leadership, development, and recognizing overall team performance are paramount. Leading by example and from the front of the house, the Guest Services Manager is the ship's driving advocate for delivering outstanding customer service to our guests that goes above and beyond their expectations each and every time. Guest Services Division includes: Front Deck, Concierge & Genies, Group Services, Print Shop Ops., Ship's Clearance and Documentation, Loyalty Program, Boarding & Departure process.

Assistant General Manager

Kempinski Zografski
08.2006 - 11.2006

Assisting the General Manager with day to day Hotel operations, financial reporting, overseeing the F&B operations, Front Desk, Bell Station and Night Audit.

Front Desk Manager

Royal Caribbean Group
04.2005 - 05.2006

Manages day to day Front Desk/Customer service desk. Ensure consistent and thorough follow up on all guest complaints up to total guest satisfaction and resolution.

Education

Building On Talent Program

University Of North Carolina Kenan-Flagler Business
North Carolina
2018.10 - 2020.10

HIGH PERFORMANCE LEADERSHIP COURSE

FIU - Florida International University
Miami, FL
2010.10 - 2010.10

CHS - Certified Hospitality Supervisor

American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute
Miami, FL
2005.05 - 2005.09

Bachelor of Science - Hospitality

NBU
Sofia
1998.09 - 2003.09

Skills

    Hotel operations and management

Managerial finance

Profit optimization

Business operations management

Operations analysis

Project Management

Timeline

Hotel Director/General Manager of Operations

Royal Caribbean Group
09.2015 - Current

Associate Hotel Director/Food & Beverage Director

Royal Caribbean Group
09.2014 - 10.2015

Manager Hotel Operations

Royal Caribbean Group
02.2011 - 08.2013

Assistant General Manager

Kempinski Zografski
08.2006 - 11.2006

Guest Services Manager/Customer Service Manager

Royal Caribbean Group
05.2006 - 02.2011

Front Desk Manager

Royal Caribbean Group
04.2005 - 05.2006

Building On Talent Program

University Of North Carolina Kenan-Flagler Business
2018.10 - 2020.10

HIGH PERFORMANCE LEADERSHIP COURSE

FIU - Florida International University
2010.10 - 2010.10

CHS - Certified Hospitality Supervisor

American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute
2005.05 - 2005.09

Bachelor of Science - Hospitality

NBU
1998.09 - 2003.09
Peter DimitrovGeneral Manager/ Senior Executive