Erwin Rachim, chief concierge, Sofitel Abu Dhabi Corniche


ABOUT ERWIN
Erwin Rachim started his concierge career in 2004 at a Dubai five-star hotel. He became a member of Les Clefs d’Or in 2010 and was elected Abu Dhabi coordinator for Les Clefs d’Or UAE. For the past three years he has co-ordinated Abu Dhabi clefs d’or members participation in the Terry Fox run for cancer awareness.


WHY WAS HE NOMINATED?
Erwin is a charismatic hotelier, dedicated to guest service, is an enthusiastic trainer with his team and colleagues, and is passionate and completely committed to Le Clefs d'Or. Achievements this year include a focus on increasing leisure guests through arranging shuttle services to Abu Dhabi’s tourism attractions, generating more revenue from the limousine service and representing the Sofitel brand at the Clefs d’Or international congress.

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WHAT DID HIS TEAM SAY?

“Erwin is a very dedicated Head of Department, guest and detail oriented, always trying to do the extra mile service, from the heart. He is a good trainer, always concerned by his team. He is a real Ambassador for the Sofitel brand and an authentic Les Clefs d'Or Concierge representing all their values” Mayka Rodriguez – Director of Rooms Division – Sofitel

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