KENNETH MWANGI KARIMI
Hotelier
Doha
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
12
12
Certifications
1
1
Language
Work History
Fire Watch
CHIYODA TECHNIP JOINT VENTURE
Doha
2022.04 - Current
- Patrolled plant areas and noted and investigated unsafe conditions and practices to eliminate fire hazards.
- Investigated raw and combustible materials storage areas, took temperature and pressure readings from instruments and reported undesirable conditions or additional steps to correct conditions.
- Examined fire extinguishing and fire protection equipment to verify functionality and reported repairs and replacements needed.
- Performed visual inspection of work area and evacuated operations and summoned authorities if hazardous conditions detected.
- Reported inspection findings to fire marshal with recommendations for eliminating or counteracting hazards.
- Instructed employees in fire safety practices and performed tests on fire prevention equipment in explosive or flammable materials processing areas to check functionality.
- Relayed messages about emergencies, accidents and fire hazard conditions.
- Prevented public from entering hazardous areas to maximize safety and security.
- Disseminated information about hazardous conditions, emergencies and accidents via telephone and radio to promote public safety.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
Security Guard
TEYSEER SECURITY SERVICES
Doha
2021.11 - Current
- Answered alarms, investigated disturbances and contacted law enforcement personnel to escalate crises.
- Scanned incoming and outgoing personnel and packages using hand-held wands and x-ray machinery to protect building, assets and individuals.
- Gathered information, identified and implemented resolution, planned follow-up and logged and filed incident report to successfully manage complaints.
- Supported criminal investigations by collaborating fully with local law enforcement representatives.
- Secured personal and company goods against robbery, vandalism and illegal entry.
- Participated in staff meetings, special events and professional development activities.
- Reviewed camera and system feeds and alerted proper respondents regarding discrepancies.
- Watched different facility areas from central location via different CCTV feeds, obtaining maximum coverage of important areas.
- Secured premises and personnel by patrolling property and monitoring surveillance equipment.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues.
- Placed necessary outgoing calls to verify alarms, dispatch proper authorities and notify proper parties.
- Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
- Regulated vehicle and pedestrian traffic onto building grounds.
- Monitored employee activities, confirming compliance with security regulations.
- Contacted law enforcement in case of unauthorized persons, documents and materials.
- Oversaw entry and exit of up to Number employees and visitors daily.
Security Guard
QATAR SECURITY SERVICES
Alkhor
2014.11 - 2020.01
- Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
- Answered alarms, investigated disturbances and contacted law enforcement personnel to escalate crises.
- Scanned incoming and outgoing personnel and packages using hand-held wands and x-ray machinery to protect building, assets and individuals.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds and work sites.
- Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns.
- Recorded observations and occurrences and interviewed witnesses to complete and submit incident report.
- Worked independently and collaboratively to resolve urgent issues to protect lives and property.
- Regulated vehicle and pedestrian traffic onto building grounds.
- Completed full building and grounds patrols to spot and investigate concerns.
- Interacted assertively but non-confrontationally with personnel and general public.
- Supported criminal investigations by collaborating fully with local law enforcement representatives.
- Adhered to established procedures and posted orders to enforce company rules, policies and regulations to general public.
- Contacted law enforcement in case of unauthorized persons, documents and materials.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Permitted entry with escort for approved persons into secure locations.
- Reported irregularities such as fire and safety hazards to maintenance.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle and by foot.
- Secured personal and company goods against robbery, vandalism and illegal entry.
- Oversaw entry and exit of up to Number employees and visitors daily.
- Remained calm, assertive and mindful to think critically and problem solve during stressful situations.
- Participated in staff meetings, special events and professional development activities.
- Watched different facility areas from central location via different CCTV feeds, obtaining maximum coverage of important areas.
Head Chef
GRAND HOLIDAY HOTEL
Nairobi
2010.06 - 2014.11
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity and presentation.
- Collaborated with vendors and suppliers to obtain quality recipe ingredients while adhering to company budgets.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Hired, managed and trained kitchen staff.
- Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
- Inventoried food, ingredient and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Supervised and enhanced work of Number-person team producing more than Number plates per day.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Coordinated employee schedules and developed staff teams to boost productivity.
- Collaborated with other personnel to produce and modify menus and selections.
- Aligned seasonal promotions with ingredient availability to maximize profits.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Arranged for kitchen equipment maintenance and repair when needed.
- Interacted with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.
- Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
- Obtained fresh, local ingredients to improve dish flavors and limit grocery costs.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.
- Forecasted supply needs and estimated costs.
- Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance and cleanliness of production and service areas.
Restaurant Manager
HERITAGE RESTAURANT
Narok
2006.08 - 2010.05
- Purchased adequate quantities of food, beverages, equipment and supplies.
- Prepared for and executed new menu implementations.
- Developed, implemented and managed business plans to promote profitable food and beverage sales.
- Carefully interviewed, selected, trained and supervised staff.
- Conducted health, safety and sanitation process evaluations to identify and remedy any violations immediately.
- Led and directed team members on effective methods, operations and procedures.
- Correctly calculated inventory and ordered appropriate supplies.
- Quickly identified problem situations and skillfully resolved incidents to satisfaction of involved parties.
- Interacted positively with customers while promoting hotel facilities and services.
- Created and deployed successful strategies to boost restaurant performance, streamline food prep processes and reduce waste.
- Promoted positive atmosphere and went above and beyond to guarantee each customer received exceptional food and service.
- Maintained safe working and guest environment to reduce risk of injury and accidents.
- Met, greeted and encouraged feedback from customers and used feedback to implement positive changes within restaurant.
- Oversaw front of house personnel to maintain adequate staffing and minimize overtime.
- Effectively managed payroll and timekeeping, and paperwork for new hires and terminations.
Education
Diploma - Hotel Management
Global Institute of Management And Commerce
Nairobi 2000.09 - 2002.12
Certificate - Secondary Education
Leshau Boys High School
Nyahururu Kenya 1996.01 - 1999.11
Skills
Firewatch expert
undefinedAdditional Information
Other surname - King'ori Karimi
Voted Qatar gas guard of the month, for the month of October 2022
Certification
Fire watch
Timeline
Fire Watch
CHIYODA TECHNIP JOINT VENTURE
2022.04 - Current
Fire watch
2022-04
Security Guard
TEYSEER SECURITY SERVICES
2021.11 - Current
Security Guard
QATAR SECURITY SERVICES
2014.11 - 2020.01
Head Chef
GRAND HOLIDAY HOTEL
2010.06 - 2014.11
Restaurant Manager
HERITAGE RESTAURANT
2006.08 - 2010.05
Hospitality management
2003-03
Accounting
2003-03
Business ethics and customer care
2003-03
Culinary theory
2003-03
Restaurant services
2001-11
Front office operations and administration
2001-11
Food and beverage management
2001-11
Fundamentals of the hotel and catering industry
2001-11
Housekeeping and accommodation studies
2001-11
International business communications
2001-10
Diploma - Hotel Management
Global Institute of Management And Commerce
2000.09 - 2002.12
Kenya certificate of secondary education
1999-12
Certificate - Secondary Education
Leshau Boys High School
1996.01 - 1999.11
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