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Cristian Segovia

Cristian Segovia

Front Office Manager
Munchen

Summary

Experienced and forward-thinking Front Office Manager with 15 years in the premium hospitality segment, currently leading the Front Office team of the Munich Marriott Hotel. Proven track record in building and restructuring departments such as Guest Experience, Safety & Security, and most recently the Front Office of a 348-room business hotel. Known for developing high-performing teams, driving guest satisfaction, and implementing operational excellence across dynamic environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on leadership to deliver sustainable results and a strong service culture.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
4
4
Languages

Work History

Front Office Manager

Munich Marriott Hotel
12.2024 - Current

Head of Front Office, assigned to restructure the department for stronger performance, consistency, and guest satisfaction.
Focused on aligning operations with strategic goals while fostering a collaborative and service-oriented team culture of 20+ associates.


Additional competencies: Oversee the restructuring process to optimize workflows and communication, coach and empower team members across all shifts, and manage resources and budgets to ensure efficient, high-quality service delivery.


Guest Experience Manager & Safety Manager

Munich Marriott Hotel
09.2022 - 12.2024

Managing and building the newly appointed team for Safety & Security and Customer Relations. In the absence of a permanent Front Office Manager, additional ongoing co-responsibility for the leadership and management of the Front Office.

Additional competencies: Develop and update safety and emergency procedures in accordance with current laws and fire safety standards, conduct safety & security and CRM training, share responsibility for Marriott Safety & Security Audits, implement strategies to increase guest satisfaction.

A.i. Front Office Manager

Munich Marriott Hotel
11.2021 - 09.2022

Led the Front Office team in the absence of a permanent FOM, with full responsibility for strategic direction and operational optimization.
Focused on efficient day-to-day management, cost control, and overall departmental performance.


Additional competencies: Developed and implemented strategies to increase revenue and reduce costs, optimized workflows for operational efficiency, led and trained a high-performing team, ensured budget compliance and resource alignment, and maintained smooth operations across all front office areas.


Asst. Front Office Manager & Duty Manager

Munich Marriott Hotel
07.2018 - 09.2022

Co-lead and developed front office operations with a focus on superior customer service, employee development and efficient operations.

Additional competencies: Efficiently designed and oversaw front office operations, implemented customer-focused service improvements, lead training initiatives to increase team competency, coordinate closely with revenue management to maximize operational efficiency, proactively managed customer feedback to ensure guest satisfaction.

Guest Relations Manager & Duty Manager

Munich Marriott Hotel
04.2016 - 07.2018

Responsible for the Guest Relations and Concierge team, with a strong focus on delivering exceptional service to VIP and corporate guests.


Additional competencies: Actively shaped and monitored the entire Guest Relations process, developed and implemented customized service concepts for high-profile guests, led and trained the team in service excellence, managed complaints and resolved guest issues at the highest level, and worked closely with the Marketing and Sales team to enhance guest satisfaction and hotel profitability.


Guest Relations Supervisor & Duty Manager

Munich Marriott Hotel
03.2015 - 04.2016

Deputy Head of the Guest Relations and Concierge Team, responsible for ensuring a high level of service and representing the General Manager in all operational matters.


Guest Relations Agent

Munich Marriott Hotel
04.2014 - 03.2015

Key role in enhancing the guest experience through personalized communication and effective feedback management.


Front Office Clerk

Munich Marriott Hotel
02.2013 - 04.2014

Responsible for the efficient execution of all front office tasks, support with sales and accounting duties, as well as assistance to the Revenue Management team.


Apprentice

Munich Marriott Hotel
09.2010 - 02.2013

Comprehensive training across all core areas of hotel operations, complemented by the role of apprentice spokesperson, representing the interests of fellow trainees.

Education

Apprenticeship - Hotel Management -

Berufsschule Für Das Hotel- U. Gaststättengewerbe
Munich, Germany
02-2013

Abitur (A Levels, High School Diploma) - Higher Education Entrance Qualification

Deutsche Schule Rom
Rome, Italy
09-2010

No Degree - Higher Education Entrance Qualification

Sacre Coeur
Vienna, Austria
09-2010

No Degree - Higher Education Entrance Qualification

German International School
Jakarta, Indonesia
09-2010

Skills

Team Leadership & Coaching


Guest Satisfaction Strategy


Front Office Operations


Service Recovery

Complaint Handling


Opera, MARSHA, GXP


Safety & Security Standards


CRM & Loyalty Programs


Cross-functional Collaboration


Microsoft Office

Timeline

Front Office Manager

Munich Marriott Hotel
12.2024 - Current

Guest Experience Manager & Safety Manager

Munich Marriott Hotel
09.2022 - 12.2024

A.i. Front Office Manager

Munich Marriott Hotel
11.2021 - 09.2022

Asst. Front Office Manager & Duty Manager

Munich Marriott Hotel
07.2018 - 09.2022

Guest Relations Manager & Duty Manager

Munich Marriott Hotel
04.2016 - 07.2018

Guest Relations Supervisor & Duty Manager

Munich Marriott Hotel
03.2015 - 04.2016

Guest Relations Agent

Munich Marriott Hotel
04.2014 - 03.2015

Front Office Clerk

Munich Marriott Hotel
02.2013 - 04.2014

Apprentice

Munich Marriott Hotel
09.2010 - 02.2013

Apprenticeship - Hotel Management -

Berufsschule Für Das Hotel- U. Gaststättengewerbe

Abitur (A Levels, High School Diploma) - Higher Education Entrance Qualification

Deutsche Schule Rom

No Degree - Higher Education Entrance Qualification

Sacre Coeur

No Degree - Higher Education Entrance Qualification

German International School
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