
Blessing Ighodaro
HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT | HOTEL & RESTAURANT OPERATIONS | FOOD & BEVERAGE
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About
Experienced and results-driven hospitality professional with over 6 years of experience in hotel and restaurant operations, team leadership, customer service, staff supervision and sales development. Experienced in managing day-to-day operations, supporting budgets and reports, supervising multidisciplinary teams, improving service delivery and developing sales strategies. Adaptable, self-motivated and comfortable working in fast-paced, multicultural environments.
Seeking an international hospitality management opportunity where strong leadership, operational and problem-solving skills can contribute to guest satisfaction, revenue growth and business success.
Experience
Lounge Manager - PAIM Resorts
(2025-01 - 2026-01)
- Managed day-to-day lounge operations and ensured smooth, efficient service delivery.
- Supervised waitresses, bartenders, kitchen staff and other operational team members.
- Prepared staff schedules and monitored attendance, punctuality, grooming and performance.
- Set daily and weekly sales targets and implemented strategies to increase revenue.
- Monitored customer service standards and worked to ensure positive guest experiences.
Mobile Sales Supervisor - OZB Communication - Owerri
(2024-01 - 2025-01)
- Supervised a team of mobile sales representatives to achieve and exceed sales targets.
- Led daily sales of mobile devices, accessories and SIM card packages.
- Provided coaching, training and performance feedback to improve customer engagement and sales skills.
- Monitored stock levels and supported optimal inventory management for high-demand mobile products.
- Delivered personalized customer service and helped clients select suitable mobile solutions.
- Prepared sales reports and analyzed market trends to support strategy adjustments.
Sales Manager - Oriental Hotel - Tokyo, Japan
(2021-01 - 2023-01)
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts as required by hotel operations.
- Assisted the General Manager with preparation of forecasts and reports.
- Supported the development, implementation and monitoring of the budget.
- Worked effectively in a fast-paced, multicultural environment and adapted to changing operational needs.
Hotel Manager - The Prince Gallery - Tokyo, Japan
(2017-01 - 2021-01)
- Managed hotel operations with a strong sense of personal responsibility and professional service.
- Worked effectively in a fast-paced environment while maintaining operational focus.
- Worked independently and collaboratively with team members to achieve operational objectives.
- Demonstrated the ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Education
Diploma Certificate - Hospitality Management - NCE College of Education


