Quin00 Karanja
Kiambu County,00900. 1018
Summary
Enjoys seeing the bigger picture through every work experience. Work with a clear ethic based on what is presented before me, and what is expected of me. Enjoys working with people and learning from them in the process, respecting boundaries and enjoy giving people a pleasant, honorable and teachable experience. Talented professional ready to bring hardworking mentality to the position. Driven to learn position inside and out to maximize contributions and support business and people objectives.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
MIXOLOGIST
Hillpark hotel
- Duties included welcoming the guests, taking their orders and committing most of them to memory seeing as most of clients were regulars
- That created a sense of familiarity and comfort between the clients and the establishment
- Doubled up as a waitress and so had to be very well acquainted with the menu, especially the specials of the day.
- Managed to contribute to a new bar cocktail menu.
Marketer
BSF Farming
05.2023 - 06.2023
- Worked within budget parameters to develop and implement marketing strategies by analyzing key data and consumer demographics.
- Conducted research to analyze customers' behavior, preferences and performance habits.
- Managed cross-functional teams to ensure timely completion of marketing projects.
- Managed to reach significant numbers required to teach about the program.
FRONT DESK EXECUTIVE
Valentine Cake House - Nairobi
08.2013 - 12.2016
Was charged with the responsibility of making clients feel welcome from the moment stepped into the company’s reception.
- I endeavored to assist, relax and make the clients feel comfortable while providing a full range of available solutions, services and refreshments.
- Handled confidential information securely by adhering to data privacy regulations and company protocols.
- Managed high call volumes, addressing inquiries and directing calls to appropriate departments.
MIXOLOGIST FOR HENNESSY COGNAC
Oxygen Media-Nairobi
03.2015 - 05.2015
- My duties are to ensure that my station (the bar) runs as smoothly as it can
- I strive to treat the clients with utmost respect, serve the clients and ensure that they feel comfortable and at ease
- It was a short term contract since it was purely for promotional basis, but I did learn a lot from it.
Education
Bachelor of Arts in International Relations and Diplomacy - Diplomacy And IR
United States International University Africa
Nairobi08.2019
Certificate in modern mixology practices -
Dante School of Bartending and Mixology
02.2015
Certificate in Hospitality -
Prime Stuff Limited
09.2014
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education -
Precious Blood Secondary School, Riruta
01.2009
Skills
- Able to prioritize work according to importance
- Well spoken, approachable, with great attention to detail & a professional attitude
- Loyal and dedicated employee with exemplary work ethic
- Dependability would allow to contribute majorly to the company’s excellence and success
- A positive attitude and open mind would allow adaptability to new situations, environments and ideas
- Possess an analytical mind
- Eager to learn, face new challenges and adapt to the challenges of the industry
Attributes
- Good sense of humor
- Friendly & polite
- Professional attitude
- Innovative and self-assured
- Respectful
Personalbrief
A well-presented, articulate and confident individual with a proven ability to provide the county and its people good results within the stipulated time period. I have exceptional language skills and I am a self-motivated individual with a knack for taking instruction into account and acquiring knowledge. I believe that these attributes lay the foundation for enumeration and that I will gain the experience among your team. I am innovative, creative and deeply interested in the well-being of my teammates. I’m comfortable working in a fast paced environment and able to build and maintain good relationships with work colleagues through a genuine desire to understand their needs and execute their wants. Currently looking for a enumerator position for the county which I believe will help me continue to realize my dream of making an impact in my county, while consequently helping the country. I am currently unemployed and thereby ready to dedicate all working hours to my work and more importantly, adding value to my life and consequently, to others.
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 06/16/92
Hobbies and Interests
- Reading and writing
- Playing board games
- Learning new things constantly
- Being happy
Languages
Kikuyu
Native language
Swahili
Proficient
C2
Timeline
Marketer
BSF Farming
05.2023 - 06.2023
MIXOLOGIST FOR HENNESSY COGNAC
Oxygen Media-Nairobi
03.2015 - 05.2015
FRONT DESK EXECUTIVE
Valentine Cake House - Nairobi
08.2013 - 12.2016
MIXOLOGIST
Hillpark hotel
Bachelor of Arts in International Relations and Diplomacy - Diplomacy And IR
United States International University Africa
Certificate in modern mixology practices -
Dante School of Bartending and Mixology
Certificate in Hospitality -
Prime Stuff Limited
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education -
Precious Blood Secondary School, Riruta
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