Lisa Atsenga
Kitchen Steward
About
A dynamic hospitality professional with cross-functional expertise spanning housekeeping, laundry operations, food & beverage, and sales roles. Proven track record of boosting operational efficiency and elevating guest satisfaction in high-volume, luxury environments. Thrives under pressure with a calm, solutions-oriented mindset, delivering seamless front-of-house service while maintaining impeccable back-of-house standards.
Experience
Kitchen Steward - Fogo Gaucho
(2026-01)
- Kitchen Support: Streamlined back-of-house workflow by organizing culinary equipment and ensuring 100% availability of sanitized tools for chefs
- Sanitation & Safety: Managed waste disposal, recycling, and deep-cleaning protocols in full compliance with local health and safety standards
- Operational Assistance: Supported kitchen staff with basic prep and duties while maintaining a high-standard, hazard-free working area
Sales Agent - Impact Communications
(2025-06 - 2025-12)
- Sales & Promotion: Prospected new clients and upsold core services to expand existing account value
- Client Retention: Built and managed strong long-term relationships to secure repeat business and word-of-mouth referrals
- Customer Relations: Served as the primary point of contact for inquiries, resolving complex complaints efficiently to maximize guest satisfaction
Laundry Room Attendant - Fairmont Mount Kenya Safari Club
(2025-02 - 2025-06)
- Equipment & Operations: Operated heavy-duty industrial laundry equipment safely while maximizing daily output
- Inventory Control: Managed stock levels for laundry supplies and staff uniforms, conducting routine audits and reorders
- Garment Care & Detail: Handled precision mending duties (hemming, button replacements, fabric repairs) to extend uniform life spans and maintain immaculate presentation
- Quality Assurance: Maintained strict hygiene and sanitation protocols aligned with luxury hospitality standards
Housekeeping Intern - Fairmont Mount Kenya Safari Club
(2024-08 - 2025-02)
- Room Attendance & Quality: Conducted thorough room turnover and detail-oriented amenity setups adhering to strict brand specifications
- Cross-Departmental Support: Coordinated daily operations between housekeeping, maintenance, and front desk units to elevate the overall guest experience
- Property Maintenance: Conducted continuous room inspections and reported hazards or defects promptly to preserve facility standards
Food & Beverage Trainee - Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts
(2024-01 - 2024-01)
- Dining & Event Operations: Executed floor setups, order taking, and table service for both regular dining shifts and high-end private events
- In-Room Dining Support: Managed end-to-end room service operations, prioritizing order accuracy and prompt delivery
- Sanitation & Efficiency: Enforced strict food safety standards and streamlined table turnover times to minimize guest wait times
Field Interviewer - African Social Change & Health Development
(2023-12 - 2023-12)
- Field Data Collection: Administered structured in-person questionnaires while following precise research methodologies and compliance guidelines.
- Data Processing & Management: Systematically collected, organized, and coded large data sets to prepare clean inputs for statistical modeling.
- Analysis & Confidentiality: Conducted univariate and descriptive data analysis while applying strict quality control and data protection measures.
Education
Certificate - Hospitality Management - Kibondeni College (2022-08 - 2024-07)
Hospitality Apprentice Program - Kianda Catering Department (2022-05 - 2022-08)
