JOSEPH KIZITO
Dubai,United Arab Emirates
Summary
Dedicated Security Professional with extensive experience in safeguarding retail, corporate, and event environments. Expertise in surveillance monitoring, patrol operations, and access control management, coupled with exceptional observational skills to identify and address suspicious activities. Successfully reduced theft incidents through effective conflict de-escalation and collaboration with law enforcement agencies. Committed to enhancing safety protocols to ensure the well-being of personnel and visitors.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Security Officer
Marbaiyah Lounge
Dubai, UAE
01.2018 - 01.2025
- Checking IDs and verifying that patrons meet the age requirements for the venue.
- Managing crowds and ensuring that patrons are behaving in a safe and orderly manner.
- Enforcing rules and regulations set by the venue, such as prohibiting smoking, or disallowing certain types of clothing or behavior.
- Monitoring security cameras and patrolling the premises to identify potential security risks.
- Responding to emergencies and incidents, such as fights or medical situations, and taking appropriate action to resolve them.
- Maintained accurate logs of all security related activities.
- Participated in training sessions to stay up to date on current security trends and best practices.
Security Officer
Le meridian Dubai Hotel & Conference Center
Dubai, UAE
01.2003 - 01.2016
- Ensured compliance with age regulations through identification checks at entrance.
- Handled crowd control to ensure a safe environment.
- Monitoring and controlling the behavior of patrons to prevent illegal activity or violations of venue rules.
- De-escalating potentially violent or disruptive situations, assisting in the evacuation of a venue in case of emergencies.
- Coordinating with law enforcement and emergency services when necessary.
- Reporting incidents to management and providing information for incident reports.
- Inspecting the venue for potential security breaches, or safety risks.
Concierge
AL FAISALIAH HOTEL
Riyadh, KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA
04.2001 - 03.2003
- Greet guests in a friendly and professional manner.
- Open and close doors for guests entering and leaving the establishment.
- Provided support with luggage handling when necessary.
- Maintain a clean and tidy entrance area.
- Monitor guests and visitors to ensure safety and security.
- Provide information about the hotel and local area to guests.
- Communicate with other staff members to ensure the smooth operation of the hotel.
- Respond to guest inquiries and complaints in a timely and respectful manner.
- Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor at all times.
- Ensure that guests have a positive experience during their stay at the hotel.
Bouncer
The Carnivore Restaurant
Nairobi, Kenya
01.1997 - 12.2000
- Prevented unauthorized access into VIP areas by verifying credentials prior to allowing entry.
- Performed regular walk-throughs of facility grounds to identify suspicious activity or potential hazards.
- Completed required shift logs and reports, highlighting routine activities, suspicious circumstances and critical incidents.
- Adhered strictly to all laws and regulations governing liquor service within the establishment.
- Looking out for malicious people and ensuring the safety of the people.
Casino Security Supervisor
International Casino LTD
Nairobi, Kenya
- Performed regular checks throughout the facility for signs of theft or vandalism.
- Leveraged strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact successfully with management, peers and patrons.
- Utilized radio communication systems for effective communication between other security personnel and departments.
- Supervised and trained new team members in surveillance operations and best practices.
- Monitored cash transactions and ensured that all gaming regulations were followed at all times.
- Monitored audio equipment, video equipment and one-way mirrors to observe cheating or theft by employees and patrons.
- Identified suspicious individuals attempting to gain access into restricted areas without proper authorization.
Skills
- Customer service
- Crowd management
- Team leadership
- Interpersonal communication
- Surveillance operations
- Emergency response
- Regulatory compliance
- Incident reporting
Disclaimer
I hereby declare that above given information is true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief and can be supported by relevant certificates / documents.
Extracurricular Activities
Volunteer motivational counselor for disadvantaged youth in weight lifting / body building, health and nutrition and peer counseling
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 10/01/74
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Kenyan
- Marital Status: Married
- Religion: Christian
Affiliations
- Security Officer at the Dubai Rugby Sevens concert at the Dubai Mall Transguard
- Sensation Event in 2016 worked as the Door Security Officer
- Freelanced as Security Supervisor during 2016-2017: Formula One Event at the Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
Timeline
Security Officer
Marbaiyah Lounge
01.2018 - 01.2025
Security Officer
Le meridian Dubai Hotel & Conference Center
01.2003 - 01.2016
Concierge
AL FAISALIAH HOTEL
04.2001 - 03.2003
Bouncer
The Carnivore Restaurant
01.1997 - 12.2000
Casino Security Supervisor
International Casino LTD
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