Alexandros Paterakis

Strategic and results-driven Hotel Executive with extensive experience leading 4- and 5-star properties across renowned international and local hotel brands. Expert in full-scale hotel management, preopenings, F&B operations, and financial performance optimization. Combining analytical acumen with a people-centric leadership style to build motivated teams, deliver exceptional guest experiences and profitability.

Currently seeking the next leadership role as Hotel General Manager of a large full-service property in Athens or as a Group/Cluster Operations Manager across Greece, bringing strategic insight, operational excellence, and passion for elevating brands.

Hotel Group Consultant at Confidential project (2026-01 – Present)

Bespoke solutions improving efficiency, enhance guest satisfaction, maximize profitability strategy - 3 city hotels/250 rooms capacity

• Operational and Quality Audits: Evaluate existing workflows, staffing structures, and SOPs to eliminate inefficiencies.
• Revenue Optimization: Analyze pricing and booking trends to maximize occupancy and revenue.
• Financial Management: Build financial models and help owner to assess the value of the Hotel Group assets.
• Development: Plan market positioning and group growth upcoming projects.

Pre-opening Hotel Manager at Wyndham Residences Piraeus Marina Zeas (Lavish Hospitality) (2025-03 – 2025-11)

• Developed pre-opening budgets, OS&E and FF&E.
• Established commercial strategy, pricing, positioning, and revenue management.
• Applied all Wyndham Standards & Procedures.
• Managed 2 different properties for Lavish Hospitality in Piraeus.

Hotel Manager at Domotel Kastri Hotel, Athens (Domotel Hotels & Resorts) (2024-05 – 2025-02)

• Led full hotel operations, driving profitability and top-tier guest satisfaction ratings.
• Optimized P&L through cost control, forecasting accuracy, and performance KPIs. Member of BOD.
• Built and empowered teams to consistently deliver brand-aligned service excellence.

Hotel Manager at The Port Square Hotel, Piraeus (Tresor Hospitality) (2021-12 – 2024-05)

• Coordinated pre-opening project delivery, procurement, recruitment, and SOPs creation.
• Delivered strong post-opening performance, achieving top guest satisfaction and financial targets.
• Streamlined workflows and brand standards to enhance efficiency and consistency.

Hotel Manager (Seasonal Contract) at Mercure Rhodes Alexia (Accor Hotels) (2021-07 – 2021-11)

• Supported brand transformation, embedding Accor service standards and systems.
• Strengthened operational control, cost efficiency, and guest satisfaction processes.
• Trained & motivated staff, establishing performance standards.

General Manager at ibis Styles Athens Routes (Accor Hotels) (2019-03 – 2020-03)

• Managed hotel operations from pre-opening to launch, achieving stable performance in first year.
• Designed and implemented annual budget, pricing, and sales strategy in alignment with Accor standards.
• Developed and coached a strong operational team focused on guest excellence.

Director of Food & Beverage – Duty Manager at Novotel Athens (Accor Hotels) (2008-11 – 2019-02)

• Directed all F&B operations across 2 restaurants, 2 bars, banquet spaces (8 meeting rooms in 1.100 sqm), and room service.
• Increased departmental profitability through menu engineering, cost control and supplier optimization.
• Ensured HACCP compliance and food quality control.
• Managed a large team, driving performance and guest satisfaction metrics.

Front Office Manager – Duty Manager at Novotel Athens (Accor Hotels) (2005-10 – 2008-10)

• Managed all Front Office reservations, yield, and guest relations.
• Developed guest satisfaction improvement plans.

Front Office Manager – Duty Manager at Sofitel Athens Airport (Accor Hotels) (2005-01 – 2005-08)

• Managed a large Front Office team ensuring VIP and airline guest handling excellence.
• Oversaw yield management during high occupancy fluctuations.
• Supported pre-opening operations and brand standards implementation.

Assistant Front Office Manager at Sofitel Athens Airport (Accor Hotels) (2002-07 – 2004-12)

Night Shift Leader (Pre-opening) at Sofitel Athens Airport (Accor Hotels) (2001-09 – 2002-06)

Front Office & Guest Services at Grecotel Athens Acropol, NJV Le Méridien Athens, Esperia Hotel

Front Office & Guest Services positions with Grecotel Athens Acropol, NJV Le Méridien Athens, and Esperia Hotel, Crete, building strong foundations in Front Office and night audit procedures.

Degree in Business Administration – University of Florence, School of Economics

Degree in Tourism Management – Technological Educational Institute (TEI) of Heraklion, Crete