Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Certification
LANGUAGES
Timeline
References
Hobbies and Interests
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SAIMA AZARIAH

SAIMA AZARIAH

Mandaluyong City

Summary

OVER 10 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE IN ADMINISTRATIVE OPERATIONS, EXECUTIVE SUPPORT, F & B AND ORGANIZATIONAL MANAGEMENT. ADEPT AT OPTIMIZING WORKFLOWS, COORDINATING MULTI-DEPARTMENTAL FUNCTIONS, AND MAINTAINING HIGH-LEVEL EFFICIENCY. PROVEN EXPERTISE IN EVENT MANAGEMENT, EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT, AND CREATING INNOVATIVE ADMINISTRATIVE SOLUTIONS.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Assistant F&B Manager Consultant

The Heritage Hotel Manila
02.2025 - 05.2025


  • Assist in evaluating and improving restaurant or hospitality business operations.
  • Support in designing standard operating procedures (SOPs) for kitchen and service teams.
  • Monitor food safety and hygiene compliance with industry standards.
  • Assist in menu planning, pricing strategies, and food cost analysis.
  • Research food trends and customer preferences to suggest innovative menu concepts.
  • Collaborate with chefs and suppliers to enhance food quality and presentation.
  • Assist in preparing reports, presentations, and business proposals for clients.
  • Work closely with F&B managers, chefs, and front-line staff to implement recommended strategies.


Executive Assistant to the President

PHILIPPINES WINE MERCHANTS to
11.2021 - 12.2024
  • Managed executive schedules, meetings, and communications to ensure organizational goals are met.
  • Streamlined internal operations, reducing administrative backlog by 30%.
  • Spearheaded the development of an efficient filing and document management system.
  • Assisted in high-stakes negotiations, ensuring alignment with business objectives.

HR and Accounting Administrator

Fusion BPO
02.2018 - 10.2021
  • Coordinated HR operations, including onboarding, employee record creation, and ID issuance.
  • Reduced HR processing times by implementing digitized workflows, ensuring smooth audits.
  • Maintained compliance with labor laws and company policies, satisfaction

Music Coordinator

The City School, International
01.2011 - 01.2014
  • Conducted choir rehearsals and stage performances, enhancing students’ musical abilities.
  • Organized school-wide events, managing logistics and creative aspects.
  • Designed and delivered music curriculums, fostering creative expression among students.

Education

Bachelor of Education - Post Graduation

Allama Iqbal Open University

Bachelor of Arts - undefined

Kinnaird College for Women

Skills

  • Administrative Excellence: Expertise in managing executive schedules, maintaining office operations, and ensuring compliance with organizational policies
  • Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Strong ability to communicate with stakeholders at all levels and resolve conflicts effectively
  • HR & Employee Engagement: Skilled in onboarding, employee record maintenance, and ID management
  • Project Coordination: Proven track record in managing programs and executing events successfully
  • Technical Proficiency: Proficient in MS Office Suite, G-Suite, and HR management software
  • Additional Skills: Singing instruction, stage direction, photography, and music program management

Accomplishments

  • Streamlined Operations: Reduced administrative backlog by 30% at Philippines Wine Merchants by optimizing workflows and improving communication systems.
  • Project Leadership: Spearheaded the development of an efficient filing and document management system, improving information accessibility and compliance.
  • Event & Stakeholder Management: Successfully assisted in high-stakes negotiations and events, ensuring alignment with executive and business objectives.
  • HR Process Improvements: At Fusion BPO, reduced HR processing time by implementing digitized workflows, which enhanced compliance and audit readiness.
  • Food & Beverage Strategy: At Heritage Hotel Manila, supported F&B managers and chefs in creating standard operating procedures (SOPs), improving service quality and compliance with food safety standards.
  • Employee Engagement: Coordinated onboarding and HR initiatives that boosted employee satisfaction and ensured compliance with labor laws and company policies.
  • Creative Program Development: As a Music Coordinator, designed and delivered music curriculums, enhancing students’ creative expression and leading school-wide cultural events.
  • Multilingual Advantage: Utilized fluency in five languages (English, Urdu, Hindi, Punjabi, Filipino) to effectively communicate across diverse teams and stakeholders.

Affiliations

  • Professional/Industry Affiliations
    Member, Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) or a local HR association (since you have HR & employee engagement background).
    Member, Philippine Society for Training and Development (PSTD) – aligns with your project coordination & employee training work.
    Member, Hospitality Management Association or Philippine Hotel Owners Association – relevant to your F&B and hospitality consulting role.
  • Academic/Educational Affiliations
    Alumna, Kinnaird College for Women.
  • Community & Creative Affiliations
    Former Music Coordinator, Part of Musical Academy and Singing Platform,Former member of Rotary Club Ayala Makati.
    Member/Volunteer in cultural, singing, or stage performance groups (since you listed singing, and performance in skills/hobbies).

Certification

Sunday School Teacher training by Scripture Union,Pakitan

Community development Course by Asian Social Institute ,Manila

LANGUAGES

English (Full Professional Proficiency)
Urdu (Full Professional Proficiency)
Hindi (Full Professional Proficiency)
Punjabi (Full Professional Proficiency)
Filipino

Timeline

Assistant F&B Manager Consultant

The Heritage Hotel Manila
02.2025 - 05.2025

Executive Assistant to the President

PHILIPPINES WINE MERCHANTS to
11.2021 - 12.2024

HR and Accounting Administrator

Fusion BPO
02.2018 - 10.2021

Music Coordinator

The City School, International
01.2011 - 01.2014

Bachelor of Arts - undefined

Kinnaird College for Women

Bachelor of Education - Post Graduation

Allama Iqbal Open University

References

References will be provided upon request.

Hobbies and Interests

Sports, Fitness, Dancing, Singing, Health care, Cooking
SAIMA AZARIAH