Experience:
Customer Service Manager
Kuku Kuku Restaurant – Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
02/2025 – Present
• Deliver high-quality customer service in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
• Handle and resolve guest complaints to ensure customer satisfaction and retention.
• Manage reservations, table allocations, and seating arrangements.
• Support daily operations while ensuring hygiene and service standards are met.
• Coordinate with service staff to ensure smooth shift operations.
Customer Service & Guest Relations Manager
Karlitos Way Limited (Samaki Samaki) – Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
01/2023 – 01/2025
• Supervised daily customer service and front-office operations.
• Trained and managed customer-facing staff to improve service quality and consistency.
• Addressed guest inquiries, complaints, and special requests professionally.
• Implemented customer satisfaction and retention strategies.
• Coordinated with kitchen, service, and management teams to maintain seamless service delivery.
Product & Standards Control Manager
Karlitos Way Limited – Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
03/2021 – 01/2023
• Monitored and enforced company service and product standards.
• Analyzed customer feedback to improve service quality and guest experience.
• Supported sales performance through product optimization.
• Ensured compliance with operational and service SOPs.
Executive Personal Assistant to the Director
Karlitos Way Limited – Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
10/2019 – 03/2021
• Managed the Director’s schedule, meetings, and travel arrangements.
• Handled confidential documents and official correspondence.
• Supported administrative and operational projects.
Front Office Officer / Receptionist
Ramada Resort – Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
2016 – 2017
• Managed guest check-ins and check-outs efficiently.
• Handled reservations, phone calls, and email inquiries.
• Provided information on hotel services and local attractions.
• Maintained accurate guest records and supported front office operations.
Receptionist
DoubleTree by Hilton – Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
2015
• Welcomed guests and ensured a positive first impression.
• Processed payments, invoices, and room allocations.
• Coordinated with housekeeping and front office teams.
Customer Service Agent (Intern)
Julius Nyerere International Airport – Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
• Assisted passengers with check-in, boarding, and baggage inquiries.
• Provided flight information and handled customer concerns.
• Supported VIP and special-needs passengers.
• Ensured compliance with airline customer service and security procedures.
Education:
• Diploma in Rooms Division, National College of Tourism (2013 – 2015)
• Certificate in Airline Customer Service (IATA), Swissport Training Aviation College (2017)
• English Language Proficiency, British Council – Dar es Salaam
• Advanced Level Certificate, Songea Girls High School (2009 – 2011)
• Ordinary Level Certificate, Iringa Girls High School (2005 – 2008)
Skills:
• Customer Service & Guest Relations
• Front Office Operations & Reservations
• Complaint Handling & Conflict Resolution
• Team Leadership & Staff Training
• Guest Experience Management
• Cash Handling & Billing
• Shift Scheduling & Coordination
• SOP & Service Standards Compliance
• Event Support & Coordination
• Multitasking & Time Management
• Hotel Management Systems
Additionally:
• Best Employee of the Month, Ramada Resort (February 2017)
• Consistently contributed to improved guest satisfaction across multiple hospitality roles.