Ukaumune Chidi Charles

General Manager & Operational Strategy Leader in the Hospitality Industry.

20+

Years Experience

9

Leadership Roles

80%+

Service Improvement

Ukaumune Chidi Charles Professional Profile

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Leadership Profile & Core Competencies

Executive Summary

"A seasoned General Manager with a proven track record of establishing operational standards (SOPs), spearheading pre-opening strategies, and dramatically improving service delivery metrics. Decisive leader adept at financial management, team development, and ensuring comprehensive statutory compliance across various hospitality and service companies."

— Ukaumune C.C.

Key Areas of Expertise

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Operational Strategy

SOP Establishment, Pre-Opening Planning

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Financial Control

Budgeting, Expenditure Management

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Team Development

Training, Succession Planning

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Business Development

Marketing, Bids & Proposals

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Risk & Compliance

Health, Safety, Statutory Laws

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Quality Assurance

Daily Inspections, Service Audits

Professional Experience Timeline

Leading operations and driving service excellence across diverse hospitality and service sectors in Nigeria.

Head of Operations (Pre-Opening)

Blue Orange Hotels & Towers | March 2025 - Oct 2025

Location: 151 Ikorodu Rd, Onipanu, Lagos 100252, Lagos

  • **Pre-Opening Strategy:** Planning and organizing accommodation, catering, events, and other hotel services.
  • **Operational Excellence:** Establishing SOP's for different departments.
  • **Financial Management:** Managing budgets and controlling expenditure.
  • **Quality Control:** Daily room inspections with maintenance, supervising maintenance, supplies, and renovations.
  • **Compliance & HR:** Planning work schedules, addressing problems and troubleshooting, ensuring compliance with statutory regulations.

General Manager

Joygate Hotels & Suites | March 2019 - Dec 2024

Location: 1, Lateef Salami Street, Airport road off Ajao Estate, Lagos, Nigeria

  • Directed all hotel operations including accommodation, catering, and events.
  • Managed department-specific SOP establishment, budget control, and daily room inspections.
  • Responsible for planning work schedules, troubleshooting, and ensuring statutory compliance.

Residence General Manager

Somerset Court | March 2013 – July 2018

Location: 16A, Temple Road, Ikoyi-Lagos

  • Managed daily operations (accommodation, catering, events) and promoted/marketed business portfolios.
  • Key responsibilities included managing budgets, setting and achieving sales targets, and ensuring health/safety compliance.

General Manager

Neniv Hotels | Dec. 2010 - 2012

Location: 37, Alabe Street, Off Victoria Street, Osolo Way, Isolo-Lagos

  • Oversaw hotel services, managed budgets, and coordinated business portfolio marketing.
  • Involved in recruiting, training, and monitoring staff, ensuring smooth event management, and troubleshooting.

Duty Manager/Credit-Control

Planet One Entertainment (Hotel, Leisure, Events) | 2008 - Jan 2010

Location: 3, Mobolaji Bank Anthony Way, Maryland, Lagos

  • Handled day-to-day operations, credit control, and financial/statistical record maintenance.
  • Involved in staff recruiting/training, customer complaint resolution, and ensuring effective security measures.

Group Business Development Manager

Draiklinas Limited (Integrated Maintenance Co.) | March 2007 - June 2008

  • Coordinated all Business Portfolios and managed the start-up of new business opportunities.
  • Managed integrated maintenance for Base Stations (BTS sites) and Office Facilities in the N/West region.
  • Involved in training, staff selection, Sales Performance Reviews (SPR), and Bids/proposal writing.

Operations Manager

Sweet Sensation Confectioneries | Dec. 2004 - Dec. 2005

Location: 3, Opebi Road, Ikeja, Lagos

  • Routine supervision of 15 outlets and coordination of all Benchmarking activities through market research.
  • Managed strategic projection of Sales Trends, logistics support, and outdoor catering services, ensuring minimal operational cost.

Front Office Manager/Coordinator

Lagos Travel Inn | March 2002 - Dec. 2004

Location: 39, Toyin St, off Allen Avenue, Ikeja, Lagos

  • Coordinated inter-departmental activities via the Front-office and re-evaluated/updated all Front office processes.
  • Authored Marketing Strategies, handled Refund Authentication, and conducted Routine Duty Manager/Strong Room Deposits.

Floor Manager

Granada Organisations (Hotels & Casino) | 1994 – 1999

Location: 3, Western Av., Surulere, Lagos.

  • Directed & coordinated departmental activities, liaising with Service Providers and Regulatory Bodies.
  • Responsible for preparing Management Reports, reconciliation of daily gaming tokens, and authentication/payment of Jackpots.

Key Achievements

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Service Excellence Improvement

Improved overall service delivery by **over 80%**, a measurable success corroborated by analyzed guest comment cards.

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Training & Development Strategy

Developed and implemented a comprehensive **training calendar schedule** for all hotel departments, ensuring consistent skill enhancement.

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Operational Technique Facilitation

Provided Training and Facilitation on various **Customer Service Techniques** and improved Operational methods.

Performance Monitoring

Instituted effective follow-up mechanisms on departmental performance to ensure and track **Service Level Improvements**.

Education & Professional Development

Academic Qualifications

  • Post Graduate Diploma (PGD) Marketing

    Delta State University, Lagos study centre | 1999-2000

  • Higher National Diploma (HND) Fisheries Technology

    Federal College of Fisheries & Marine Technology, V.I. Lagos | 1990-1992

  • National Youth Service Corps (NYSC)

    Ile-Oluji L.G.A, Ondo State | 1992-1993

Seminars & Certifications

Certified Training

  • Accounting for Non-Accountants (2006)
  • Basic Fire Prevention and Safety Certificate (2006)
  • Managing by Values (2005)
  • Supervisory Skills/Leadership Techniques (2002)
  • Achieving Service Excellence (2002)

Additional Skills

  • Time Management
  • Balanced Score Card/TQM
  • Succession Planning
  • Target Setting & Budgeting
  • Relationship Management

Let's Connect

Ready to discuss operational strategy, leadership, or collaboration? Reach out directly.

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Address

2, Prince Babatunde Adefioye Street, Oke-Afa, Ejigbo, Lagos, Nigeria.

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