Millicent Mwencha
HOSPITALITY PROFESSIONAL | GUEST SERVICES | FRONT OFFICE & FOOD AND BEVERAGE
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About
Hospitality professional with a Diploma in Hospitality Management from Mount Kenya University and practical experience in customer service, reception support, food and beverage service, guest relations and resort operations. Worked as a Customer Service/Receptionist at Crystal Adhesives Limited, welcoming clients, responding to enquiries, handling calls and emails, maintaining records and supporting day-to-day administration. Completed hospitality attachments at Jacaranda Indian Ocean Beach Resort and Esiankiki Resort and Spa, gaining exposure to guest service, dining operations, accommodation-service support and workplace hygiene standards.
Brings a courteous, well-presented and guest-focused approach, clear communication, teamwork, problem-solving and a willingness to support the high service standards expected at Four Points by Sheraton Nairobi.
Experience
Customer Service / Receptionist - CRYSTAL ADHESIVES LIMITED
(2025-06 - 2026-06)
- Welcomed clients and visitors professionally, creating a helpful first point of contact and directing them to the appropriate person or department.
- Responded to telephone calls, email messages and general enquiries with courtesy and clear communication.
- Listened to customer questions and concerns, provided relevant information and referred issues requiring further attention to the appropriate staff.
- Supported day-to-day administrative work, including scheduling, record management and maintaining organised customer information.
- Followed up on enquiries where required and helped maintain timely communication with customers.
- Maintained a professional front-desk environment and handled customer interactions with discretion and respect.
- Worked with colleagues to support efficient service delivery and a positive customer experience.
Hospitality Attachment - ESIANKIKI RESORT AND SPA, NANYUKI - Nanyuki
(2024-01 - 2024-04)
- Provided guest-service support in a resort environment serving guests with varied needs and expectations.
- Assisted with dining and accommodation-service activities as assigned, helping maintain smooth day-to-day operations.
- Communicated politely with guests and team members and referred requests or concerns to the relevant staff.
- Supported preparation and organisation of service areas to help ensure guests received attentive and timely service.
- Worked cooperatively with colleagues across service activities and adapted to changing operational priorities.
- Observed workplace procedures relating to cleanliness, hygiene, professional conduct and guest comfort.
- Helped maintain a welcoming environment by responding courteously to requests and supporting the overall guest experience.
Hospitality Attachment – Food & Beverage Service - JACARANDA INDIAN OCEAN BEACH RESORT
(2022-09 - 2022-12)
- Assisted with food and beverage service for local and international guests in a resort setting.
- Helped prepare dining and service areas before service and kept them organised during and after service periods.
- Supported service staff in attending to guest needs and communicating requests to the appropriate team members.
- Practised courteous guest interaction and professional service etiquette while supporting the dining experience.
- Worked with kitchen staff and service colleagues to support coordinated food service and smooth workflow.
- Followed hygiene and cleanliness practices in service areas and supported the maintenance of a clean working environment.
- Assisted with routine service duties as directed by supervisors and remained attentive to guest satisfaction.
Education
Diploma - Hospitality Management - Mount Kenya University (2021 - 2024)
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) - St. Annes Nyangoge Girls High School (2014 - 2018)
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE) - Surgeon Academy (2007 - 2013)
