Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Hobbies
Languages
Additional Information
Referees
Timeline
Noeline Kigen

Noeline Kigen

Waitress
Eldoret,44

Summary

I have extensive experience in the hospitality industry, working in roles such as Customer Service, Waiter's Assistant, Hotel Sales Manager, and Receptionist. I have significantly contributed to customer satisfaction, sales targets, and operational efficiency. Organized ,dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude and quick-learning team player with effective communication and organization skills.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Customer Service/Waitress Assistant

Sirikwa Hotel
Eldoret, Uasin Gishu
01.2024 - 07.2024
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
  • Provided support during busy periods by assisting other servers in cleaning tables and resetting them quickly for incoming guests.
  • Demonstrated extensive menu knowledge, enabling personalized recommendations for guests based on preferences or dietary restrictions.
  • Utilized strong multitasking skills to manage multiple tables simultaneously while maintaining high level of attention to detail.
  • Enhanced 100% customer satisfaction by providing attentive service and anticipating guest needs.
  • Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction by clarifying questions about orders and specialty items.
  • Handled customer complaints diplomatically, working towards satisfactory solutions that ultimately retained loyal clientele.

Waitress

Sirikwa Hotel
01.2023 - 09.2023
    • Established strong relationships with key industry partners and clients, leading to repeat business and referrals.
    • Contributed to annual budget planning by setting realistic sales targets based on historical data and market trends.
    • Developed customized proposals tailored to each potential client''s needs, improving conversion rates from inquiries to bookings.
    • Maintained detailed records of customer interactions, ensuring proper follow-up and resolution of issues.
    • Resolved customer complaints with empathy, resulting in increased loyalty and repeat business.
    • Achieved established KPI for company, regional team and individual performance through teamwork and focus on customers.
    • Implemented systems and procedures to increase sales.
    • Facilitated business by implementing practical networking techniques.

Waitress

Goshen Inn Hotel
10.2021 - 11.2022
  • Enhanced guest satisfaction by promptly addressing inquiries and concerns at the front desk.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, resulting in a high percentage of repeat guests and positive reviews.
  • Liaised with housekeeping and maintenance staff to address requests and complaints made by guests.
  • Kept accounts in balance and ran daily reports to verify totals.
  • Delivered above-and-beyond service to guests by making outside venue reservations and setting up tours.
  • Promoted additional services offered by the hotel for increased revenue generation through upselling techniques.
  • Managed phone lines efficiently, directing calls appropriately while providing courteous assistance when necessary.
  • Promoted hotel brand's loyalty program via social media, email and direct mail.
  • Used quick response and dynamic service skills to build relationships with patrons and improve customer retention rate.

Assistant Waitress

Goshen Inn Hotel
02.2020 - 10.2021
  • Coordinated with kitchen staff to ensure special requests or dietary restrictions were accurately communicated and accommodated for guests.
  • Maintained clean and organized dining area, contributing to a pleasant atmosphere for guests.
  • Contributed to the restaurant's positive reputation by consistently delivering exceptional service and building rapport with regular patrons.
  • Resolved guest and employee complaints to maintain complete customer satisfaction and workforce effectiveness.
  • Collected payment for food and drinks served, balanced cash receipts and maintained accurate cash drawer.
  • Handled cash transactions accurately, ensuring proper accounting and minimizing discrepancies at the end of shifts.
  • Checked guests' identification before serving alcoholic beverages.
  • Maintained thorough menu knowledge to sufficiently answer questions regarding menu item sourcing, ingredients and cooking methods.

Education

KCSE -

Sacho High School, Baringo County
01.2016 - 2019.05

KCPE -

Alpha Junior Academy, Eldoret
01.2007 - 2015.05

Skills

Hobbies

  • Socializig
  • Reading
  • Volunteering
  • Creating new ideas

Languages

English
Proficient
C2
Kiswahili
Proficient
C2
Kalenjin
Proficient
C2

Additional Information

  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Consistently rated "excellent" in customer surveys regarding server friendliness, promptness and attentiveness.
  • Selected to serve notable VIP guests for major private events.
  • Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
  • Earned a 10% bonus for successfully up-selling the most items from the restaurant's new summer menu.

Referees

Will Be Provided Upon Request.

Timeline

Customer Service/Waitress Assistant - Sirikwa Hotel
01.2024 - 07.2024
Waitress - Sirikwa Hotel
01.2023 - 09.2023
Waitress - Goshen Inn Hotel
10.2021 - 11.2022
Assistant Waitress - Goshen Inn Hotel
02.2020 - 10.2021
Sacho High School - KCSE,
01.2016 - 2019.05
Alpha Junior Academy - KCPE,
01.2007 - 2015.05
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