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Ebony Bennett

Savannah,Ga

Summary

Results-driven hotel operations leader with 15+ years of experience across Marriott, Kimpton, and Hyatt brands. Proven expertise in front office leadership, revenue optimization, team development, and service recovery. Known for stabilizing operations, increasing guest satisfaction, and leading with authority, integrity, and accountability.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant General Manager of Operations-Promoted

Courtyard by Marriott
05.2024 - Current
  • Lead daily hotel operations ensuring brand compliance, service excellence, and operational efficiency
  • Analyze market trends and adjust pricing strategies to maximize revenue
  • Resolve escalated guest and staff issues with decisive leadership
  • Optimize labor and resources allocation to reduce operational costs
  • Build community partnerships driving brand visibility and revenue growth

Front Office Manager

Courtyard by Marriott
05.2024 - 02.2025
  • Directed front desk operations including cash handling, billing accuracy, and audits
  • Created weekly schedules to support peak occupancy and service demands
  • Maintained high guest satisfaction through effective service recovery

Assistant Front Office Manager

Kimpton Hotel Group
11.2020 - 05.2024
  • Supported hiring, onboarding, and training of front office teams
  • Lead team meetings to improve accountability and performance
  • Coordinated with housekeeping and maintenance to ensure room readiness

Management

Hyatt / CreekFire RV Resort / Lowe's
2008 - 2020

(Leadership & customer-facing roles, 2008-2020 - details available upon request)

Education

Associate of Science - Business Administration And Management

Virginia College Of School
Savannah, GA
08.2012

Skills

  • Hotel Operations
  • Assistant General Management
  • Front Office Leadership
  • Revenue Strategy
  • Labor Management
  • Budgeting
  • Guest Experience
  • Staff Training & Performance
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Brand Compliance
  • Notary
  • Opera-Fosse-GXP-Colleague Advantage-Profit Sword-Ibuyefficient-Hotel Effectiveness

Timeline

Front Office Manager

Courtyard by Marriott
05.2024 - 02.2025

Assistant General Manager of Operations-Promoted

Courtyard by Marriott
05.2024 - Current

Assistant Front Office Manager

Kimpton Hotel Group
11.2020 - 05.2024

Management

Hyatt / CreekFire RV Resort / Lowe's
2008 - 2020

Associate of Science - Business Administration And Management

Virginia College Of School
Ebony Bennett