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Tendai Chigara

Tendai Chigara

Dubai

Summary

Results driven hotelier with 7 years of experience in delivering exceptional guest services, driving revenue growth and leading high -performing teams. Proven track record in hotel operations, sales and marketing. Skilled in hospitality management, staff development and customer satisfaction. Passionate about creating memorable stays and exceeding guest expectations. Polished communicator and administrative expert with background in maintaining professional reception space. Experienced with common software programs like Opera, Excel, Quick Books, CRM and VGS.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Guest Service Officer

Dubai Parks and Resort
Dubai
01.2024 - Current
  • Delivered exceptional guest experience by welcoming guests warmly at entrances, ticket booths, or information counters.
  • Provided accurate information about park attractions, shows, schedules, and facilities.
  • Managed guests transactions such as refunds and voids.
  • Responded promptly to guest questions, complaints, or special requests.
  • Offer directions and maps to help guests navigate the park easily.
  • Improved guest satisfaction by responding our guest's feedbacks on TripAdvisor and Localizer.
  • Updated and maintained CRM records, ensuring data consistency and accuracy.
  • Key Achievements
  • Boosted repeat customer engagement by 15%.
  • Maintained a 95% client satisfaction rating.
  • Shortened response time to inquiries by 20% through improved systems.
  • Key Tools: Salesforce, CRM, VGS.

Senior Receptionist Cashier | Guest Service Officer | Reservationist

Hatta Resorts Luxury Glamping
Dubai
08.2022 - 01.2024
  • Ensured efficient check-in and check-out processes, managing online and phone reservations.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, responding to guest inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
  • Respond to guests' complaints in a timely and professional manner.
  • Collaborated with housekeeping staff to ensure rooms were clean, tidy, and fully furnished to meet guest needs.

Assistant Administrator

Mustard Seed Advisory
Harare
02.2021 - 06.2022
  • Maintained a safe, efficient, and professional work environment, managing office supplies, equipment, and maintenance.
  • Coordinated daily office operations, handling phone calls, emails, and communications.
  • Assisted with budgeting and expense tracking, ensuring accurate financial records.
  • Managing confidential information securely.
  • Managing schedules, calendars and organizing travel arrangements.
  • Making appointments, reservation along with handling personal tasks and errands.

Senior Reservationist

The Victoria Falls Hotel
Zimbabwe
02.2019 - 01.2021
  • Taking incoming reservations for clients while providing outstanding customer service.
  • Applied company selling strategy across all reservations systems, managing availability of room types and locations.
  • Processed payments and sent confirmation details to customers via email.
  • Secured bookings through phone, email and webchat sales, using expert hotel product and service knowledge.
  • Organized and communicated needs of VIP guests, paying extreme attention to detail.
  • Managed reservations via Expedia and Booking.com.

Key Achievements

  • Coordinated successful travel plans for over 65 clients across multiple countries.
  • Created a documentation checklist system that reduced travel errors by 30%.
  • Frequently praised for attention to detail, and thoughtful touches in itinerary design.
  • Key Tools: Opera System, Google Workspace, WhatsApp Business.

Education

Bachelor of Hospitality and Tourism -

Chinhoyi University of Science and Technology
01.2019

Skills

  • CRM management
  • Customer service excellence
  • Problem solving
  • Effective communication
  • Multi-line telephone operation
  • Attention to detail

References

  • Rabie Ofakhri, Hatta Resorts Manager, rabieofakhri@gmail.com
  • Tich Mashiri, Victoria Falls Reservations Manager, reservationsmanager@victoriafallshotel.com
  • Petronella Dhitima, Managing Director, Mustard Seed Advisory, pdhitima@msadvisory.co.zw
  • Harsha Perera, Entry Operations Manager, Dubai Parks and Resort, harshaperera@dpr.dxbe.ae

Timeline

Guest Service Officer

Dubai Parks and Resort
01.2024 - Current

Senior Receptionist Cashier | Guest Service Officer | Reservationist

Hatta Resorts Luxury Glamping
08.2022 - 01.2024

Assistant Administrator

Mustard Seed Advisory
02.2021 - 06.2022

Senior Reservationist

The Victoria Falls Hotel
02.2019 - 01.2021

Bachelor of Hospitality and Tourism -

Chinhoyi University of Science and Technology
Tendai Chigara