Hospitality Professional

Shehan
Perera

Assistant Manager-Guest Relations

Creating thoughtful guest experiences through professional service, communication, team coordination and a genuine passion for hospitality.

Colombo, Sri Lanka
Shehan Perera

Current Position

Assistant Manager - Guest Relations

About Me

Hospitality is more than providing a service. It is about creating an experience that makes people feel welcomed, understood and valued.

With progressive experience across guest relations, reception, reservations and front-office operations, I have developed a strong understanding of what makes a guest experience truly memorable. My approach combines professional communication, attention to detail, calm problem-solving and genuine care for people.

10+

Years in Hospitality

6

Career Positions

3

Languages / Levels

Career Journey

A career built through experience.

From front-office operations to assistant management, every role has added another layer of experience in understanding guests, teams and hospitality operations.

2024 - Present

Current Role

Assistant Manager - Guest Relations

The Green Water Hotel & Spa, Colombo 03

Overseeing guest services operations across reception, reservations, and concierge services while supporting guest satisfaction, team coordination, complaint resolution, and staff development.

2023 - 2024

Senior Guest Relations Executive

The Green Water Hotel & Spa, Colombo 03

Led reception operations, handled guest inquiries and complaints, and coordinated with housekeeping and maintenance teams to maintain smooth arrivals and consistently high service standards.

2023

Guest Relations Executive

The Green Water Hotel & Spa, Colombo 03

Managed guest interactions, responded to service concerns, monitored guest feedback, supported promotional activities, and assisted with recruitment and training of front-desk staff.

2022 - 2023

Guest Relations Officer

The Green Water Hotel & Spa, Colombo 03

Supported day-to-day guest relations and front-office operations while ensuring guests received professional and attentive service.

2020

Reservations Agent

Ceylon Bey, Wattala

Handled reservation-related activities and supported the hotel's booking and guest service operations.

2016 - 2021

Guest Service Agent - Receptionist cum Cashier

Ceylon Bey, Wattala

Built a strong foundation in front-office operations, guest service, reception procedures, cashier responsibilities, and direct guest interaction.

What I Bring

Professional strengths that shape the guest experience.

Guest Experience

Creating welcoming, attentive and memorable experiences for every guest.

Guest Relations

Handling guest concerns professionally while maintaining service quality.

Service Standards

Supporting consistent hospitality standards across front-office operations.

Team Coordination

Working closely with teams and supporting staff training and development.

Communication

Clear and professional communication with guests, colleagues and departments.

Problem Solving

Approaching guest issues calmly and finding practical solutions quickly.

Luxury hospitality environment

The Guest Experience

Every interaction is an opportunity to create a positive memory.

My hospitality experience has taught me that exceptional service comes from attention to the small details, understanding individual needs, and creating an environment where guests feel genuinely cared for.

Service with purpose

Education & Training

Always learning.

2025

German - Level A2

Goethe-Institut, Colombo

2025

Computer Applications Assistant - NVQ Level 2

National Vocational Training Center

2025

German - Level A1

Goethe-Institut, Colombo

2010

GCE Advanced Level

D.S. Senanayake College, Colombo 07

2007

GCE Ordinary Level

D.S. Senanayake College, Colombo 07

Languages

Sinhala

Native

English

Professional

German

A2

Let's Connect

Looking forward to the next opportunity.

For hospitality opportunities, professional connections or further information, feel free to get in touch.