Ana Mota

Experience

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  Restaurante O António, Pedra Alta Vila do Conde e Viamar

  Sept 1999 - Dec 2007

  Operations and management

  Support and part-time work in various family owned restaurant business.

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  Hotel Haus Homann

  Dec 2006 - Mar 2007

  Housekeeper
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  Sheraton Algarve, A Luxury Collection Hotel - Pine Cliffs Resort

  Jun 2008 - Aug 2008

  F&B operations - Trainee

  Trainee in the bar and restaurant

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  Marqués de Riscal, A Luxury Collection Hotel

  Jul 2009 - Dec 2009

  Assistant F&B Manager - Trainee

  Assistant F&B ManagerF&B Manager: Antoni von PlantaChef Ramón Piñero under the supervision of Chef Francis PaniegoReservations department with Araceli Reche

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  Mandarin Oriental Barcelona

  May 2010 - Dec 2010

  Waitress

  Mimosa Garden al fresco restaurant and Restaurant Blanc by Chef Jean Luc Figueras

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  Serena Hotels

  Apr 2011 - May 2012

  Restaurant and Bar Manager

  Varanda All Day Dining Restaurant and Polana BarOverview and support off in room dining

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  Avani Hotels and Resorts

  Aug 2012 - Jul 2014

  Assistant F&B Manager HOD

  Acting F&B Manager, responsabile for the F&B outlets and Banquets/Events sales & organization and main kitchen.

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  Maris

  Jun 2014 - Jul 2015

  Hotel Operations Manager & General Manager

  KAIA VILLAGE serviced appartmentsGeneral manager from January to July 2015Operations manager from June to December 2014Opening

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  Tree House - Maputo

  Jul 2015 - Sept 2015

  Restaurant Manager

  Interim position as restaurant manager at the new restaurant Tree House in Maputo. With a Brazilian concept of micro-barbecue.

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  Langley Hotels & Resorts

  May 2016 - Aug 2016

  F&B Manager

  Interim position, covering the maternity leave of the hotel's F&B manager.

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  HBD Príncipe - Sustainable Tourism

  Sept 2016 - Oct 2019

  HOTEL SUNDY ROÇA 4*• General management of Hotel Sundy Roça, refurbished plantation house w/ 15 rooms, restaurant and bar;• Team of 60 people;• Mission: Maintain and improve guests satisfaction and feedback; Control of costs and losses; Maintenance of equipment and buildings;• Update of food concept and kitchen training by consultants;• Management of hotel orders national and internationally;• Shared maintenance and activities team with sister hotel; SUNDY PRAIA LODGE 5* eco-lodge, member of National Geographic Unique Lodges of the WorldLocated in Príncipe Island Biosphere Reserve of UNESCOOverview of operations of 15 tented villas (24rooms) lodge, 1 restaurant and pool bar;Responsible on the absence of GM;Team of 150 people. SUNDY PRAIA LODGE 5* Pre-opening and opening of 5* sustainable eco-resort focused on the untouched surrounding environment and the culinary experience. Príncipe island is a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.Pre-opening and opening of Hotel Roça Sundy, 4* colonial house in harmony with all plantation community from Sundy plantation.Support on logistics of training of 70 future employees on different areas (rest&bar, FO, HK and kitchen) before hotels opening.

  • Resident Manager

    Apr 2019 - Oct 2019

  • Hotel Operations Manager ico F&B

    May 2018 - Mar 2019

  • F&B Manager (pre opening & opening)

    Sept 2016 - May 2018
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  Inhambane Hotel Escola

  May 2022 - Jan 2025

  General Manager

  As the General Manager at Inhambane Hotel Escola, I spearheaded the successful launch of a public-private partnership, driving operational efficiency and revenue growth. I led a dedicated team to develop and implement strategic initiatives, resulting in improved guest satisfaction and increased profitability for the hotel.• Pre-opening and opening of the Inhambane Hotel Escola, a public-private partnership, w/ 25 keys, restaurant & bar and conference facilities;• Build a team of young professionals with experience in hospitality and/or training in the field;• General setting of the hotel, team and procedures of all departments; Developed the opening budget plan, closely monitoring expenses and optimizing cost-saving opportunities; Generating revenue to cover operational expenses and salaries, since the first year of operation;•Increased hotel occupancy rates through effective strategies, partnerships with institutions, and revenue management;• Established strong relationships with suppliers and services operators, negotiating favorable contracts for goods and services vital to hotel operations.• Initiated sustainability practices related to waste management and raised awareness to better environmental practices;• Implemented preventive maintenance programs, assuring optimal condition and functionality of hotel facilities and equipment;• Ensuring compliance with industry regulations as well as health and safety guidelines. Show less