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Natalie Burch

Sterling

Summary

Hospitality professional with extensive managerial experience in Marriott's elite global leadership development program. Proven track record in front desk, housekeeping, and food and beverage operations, enhancing guest satisfaction and team performance. Successfully completed advanced leadership training while driving operational efficiency across multiple departments.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Operations Voyager

Courtyard by Marriott
Fairfax Fair Oaks
07.2025 - Current

Streamlined daily operations across front desk, housekeeping, and food & beverage departments, ensuring seamless service delivery for guests.

  • Coordinated with events specialist to manage group bookings and execute events for hotel guests, enhancing overall guest experience.
  • Acted as hiring manager, conducting interviews and evaluating candidates for guest experience specialist positions.
  • Completed eCornell Voyage Leadership Certificate, enhancing leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.
  • Developed foundational leadership skills through participation in Embark training offered by Marriott, preparing for future leadership roles.

Operations Intern

Kiawah Island Club River Course
05.2024 - 08.2024
  • Developed expertise in food and beverage operations, improving menu presentation and service standards.
  • Collaborated with management and team members to uphold service quality during peak dining hours.
  • Provided high-quality service in fine-dining private club, enhancing member and guest satisfaction.
  • Refined interpersonal communication and hospitality skills through daily engagement with club members.

Concierge Team

TPC Sawgrass THE PLAYERS Championship
Ponte Vedra
03.2022 - 03.2023
  • Chosen for concierge team to enhance VIP guest services during premier PGA Tour event.
  • Coordinated guest experience and secured clubhouse in VIP areas and players club venues.
  • Upheld exceptional service standards in high-volume event environment.
  • Completed professional event training by PGA Tournament Professionals covering various job rotations.

Volunteer

Salvation Army
Sterling
05.2018 - 02.2020
  • Coordinated preparation and service of hot meals for community members experiencing food insecurity, ensuring timely delivery and access to nutritious food.
  • Assisted clients in accessing food and shelter services.
  • Organized donations and sorted items for distribution.

Leader in Training

Camp Oasis- Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation
08.2021
  • Guided campers with inflammatory bowel disease in structured camp activities, ensuring a supportive environment.
  • Assisted in planning and executing camp activities for participants with chronic conditions.
  • Coordinated logistics for events, ensuring all materials and supplies were prepared.
  • Supported training sessions for staff on best practices in participant engagement.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Hospitality and Tourism Management

Pamplin College of Business At Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA
05-2025

Skills

  • Point-of-sale systems
  • Microsoft Excel and Office
  • PeopleSoft
  • Customer service
  • Event coordination
  • Team leadership
  • Customer relationship management
  • Customer service
  • Adaptability in fast-paced environments

Certification

TIPS Alcohol Certification, Equipped with knowledge and skills to identify signs of intoxication. Prepared to address specific challenges in settings where alcohol is being served.

Volunteer Experience

  • Volunteer, Salvation Army, Sterling, VA, 05/01/18, 02/01/20, Assisted in preparing and serving hot meals for community members experiencing food insecurity.
  • Leader in Training, Camp Oasis- Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation, 08/01/21, 08/01/21, Supervised and supported campers with inflammatory bowel disease in a structured camp environment.

Timeline

Operations Voyager

Courtyard by Marriott
07.2025 - Current

Operations Intern

Kiawah Island Club River Course
05.2024 - 08.2024

Concierge Team

TPC Sawgrass THE PLAYERS Championship
03.2022 - 03.2023

Leader in Training

Camp Oasis- Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation
08.2021

Volunteer

Salvation Army
05.2018 - 02.2020

Bachelor of Science - Hospitality and Tourism Management

Pamplin College of Business At Virginia Tech
Natalie Burch