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Robson Pepukayi

Dallas,TX

Summary

Proven Guest Services Associate at Carnival Cruise Lines, adept in enhancing guest satisfaction and streamlining reservation management. Excelled in complaint handling and guest engagement, significantly improving customer retention. Skilled in time management and hospitality services, demonstrating a strong ability to maintain composure and empathy under pressure. Friendly professional with a background overseeing guest issues with amazing tact and concern. A courteous Guest Services Associate promoting exemplary talents in checking in guests and effectively representing the company brand. Detail-oriented Guest Services Associate with 1 years of experience. Poised and patient successful working closely with broad range of different personalities. Pleasant and compassionate individual offering exemplary customer service and support. Seasoned Front Desk professional offering years of customer-facing performance. Handles administrative, operational and guest areas to cultivate quality service. Hardworking front desk professional bringing expertise in reservations, concierge services and department collaboration. Friendly and prompt Front Service Clerk with good skills using phone, computer and office equipment. Strong multitasking, communication and interpersonal skills. Unsurpassed mathematical skills and finesse handling front office operations. Talented Front Desk Supervisor versed in solving range of daily issues with efficient and professional attitude. Adapts easily to changing demands and learns new information quickly. Accomplished leader and team manager.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Guest Services Associate

Carnival Cruise Lines
12.2022 - 08.2023
  • Greeted visitors and customers upon arrival, offered assistance, and answered questions to build rapport and retention.
  • Implemented innovative strategies to improve overall guest experience by soliciting feedback from customers regularly.
  • Gave information about area attractions and provided directions.
  • Assisted guests with special requests to ensure a memorable stay and exceptional service.
  • Enhanced guest satisfaction by promptly addressing inquiries and offering personalized recommendations.
  • Engaged guests entering facility and offered to assistance with wayfinding.
  • Handled phone calls professionally, directing callers to appropriate departments or providing information as needed.
  • Provided timely assistance to guests, demonstrating superior customer service skills and attention to detail.

Public Relations Assistant

Econet Wireless
01.2018 - 08.2022
  • Resolved complaints to maintain customer satisfaction.
  • Developed key messaging documents for clients to guide consistent communications across all channels.
  • Worked closely with business partners to develop consistent messaging across platforms and departments.
  • Handled crisis communications situations delicately preserving company reputation minimizing negative impact.
  • Assisted during high telephone volumes and customer escalations.
  • Created engaging content for blog posts, newsletters, social media platforms, helping drive website traffic and reinforce brand identity online.
  • Coordinated interviews between clients'' executives/media representatives ensuring proper preparation ahead of time.
  • Supported event planning efforts by coordinating logistics, creating promotional materials, and managing attendee lists.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - COMMUNICATION, MEDIA AND LANGUAGES

UNIVERSITY OF ZIMBABWE
HARARE, ZIMBABWE
06.2016

Skills

  • Time Management
  • Listening Skills
  • Hospitality services
  • Issue Resolution
  • Guest engagement and assistance
  • Cash Management
  • Patience and composure
  • Strong empathy
  • Effective Planning
  • Complaint Management
  • Training and mentoring
  • Recordkeeping abilities
  • Reservation Management
  • Upselling strategies
  • Making reservations
  • Team motivation
  • Guest Registration
  • Complaint Handling
  • Local history information
  • Property knowledge
  • Cross-selling abilities

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

Guest Services Associate

Carnival Cruise Lines
12.2022 - 08.2023

Public Relations Assistant

Econet Wireless
01.2018 - 08.2022

Bachelor of Arts - COMMUNICATION, MEDIA AND LANGUAGES

UNIVERSITY OF ZIMBABWE
Robson Pepukayi