Athi

Customer experience specialist

Athi

ID Verified
1,200/mo
Durban, South Africa
Looking for Full-time
8 hours/day
Availability: US / EU / Asia timezone

Profile Description

I am an energetic and motivated individual who has developed a mature and responsible approach to any task I undertake or situation I am presented with. I possess excellent communication skills and have the ability to relate to a wide range of people from diverse backgrounds. I enjoy learning new skills and thrive in high-pressure environments. I hold a diploma in Human Resource Management and have gained valuable experience in retail sales, debt collection, hotel guest experience where I contin...

Top Skills

Data Entry · <1 yearEmail Management · <1 yearEmail Support · <1 yearLead Management · <1 yearLive Chat Support · <1 year

Skills & Expertise

Virtual Assistance & Admin

Meeting CoordinationBeginner
Email ManagementBeginner
Data EntryBeginner

Customer Success

Live Chat SupportBeginner
Email SupportBeginner
Phone SupportBeginner
Video SupportBeginner
Lead ManagementBeginner
LiveChatBeginner

Work Experience

Whatever/Whenever Agent

WDoha

Jun 2025 - Oct 2025

Key Achievements:

Receive, record, and relay messages accurately to the appropriate department or personnel. Log all guest requests or issues in GXP, notify the relevant department (e.g., Bell person, Housekeeping), and follow up with guests to ensure satisfaction. Provide guests with information about room features, property amenities, and local attractions. Answer questions related to menu selections, process room service orders, and record transactions in the point-of-sale system (e.g., MICROS). Assist guests with accessing the internet and in-room entertainment systems. Make restaurant bookings through SevenRooms or other reservation systems as requested. Marriott Hotel International May 2022 - June 2025 At Your Service/ Switchboad Receive, record, and relay messages accurately to the appropriate department or personnel. Log all guest requests or issues in GXP, notify the relevant department (e.g., Bellperson, Housekeeping), and follow up with guests to ensure their satisfaction. Provide guests with accurate and helpful information regarding room features, property amenities, and local attractions. Assist guests with connecting to the internet and accessing in-room entertainment systems.

Meeting CoordinationPhone SupportLead ManagementEmail SupportLiveChat

At Your Service Agent

Marriott Hotel International

May 2022 - Jun 2025

Key Achievements:

At Your Service/ Switchboad Receive, record, and relay messages accurately to the appropriate department or personnel. Log all guest requests or issues in GXP, notify the relevant department (e.g., Bellperson, Housekeeping), and follow up with guests to ensure their satisfaction. Provide guests with accurate and helpful information regarding room features, property amenities, and local attractions. Assist guests with connecting to the internet and accessing in-room entertainment systems.

Email SupportLead ManagementLive Chat SupportPhone Support

Front Desk Agent

Marriott Hotel International

Feb 2023 - Jul 2023

Key Achievements:

Actively listen and respond positively to guest questions, concerns, and requests using brand- and property-specific processes to resolve issues, delight guests, and build trust. Address guest needs in a professional, positive, and timely manner. Anticipate guest needs by asking thoughtful questions and observing preferences, then acting on them whenever possible. Engage guests in meaningful conversations about their stay, property services, local attractions, and social media when appropriate. Welcome and acknowledge each guest with a smile, eye contact, and a friendly verbal greeting—use the guest's name whenever possible. Thank guests sincerely and provide a warm farewell upon departure. Stay up to date on local areas, events, and attractions to offer personalised recommendations. Communicate recommendations in a way that builds excitement and interest among guests and associates. Assist other team members to ensure proper coverage and prompt guest service. Arrange transportation for guests (e.g., taxi, shuttle, advanced transport requests). Contact appropriate departments (e.g., Guest Arrival, Front Desk, Housekeeping, Engineering, Security) to resolve guest calls, requests, or issues. Follow up with guests to confirm their concerns or requests have been addressed to their satisfaction.

Meeting CoordinationPhone SupportLead ManagementLiveChatEmail Support

Inbound Retain Sales

CCI

Feb 2019 - Jan 2020

Key Achievements:

Follow standardised communication scripts when handling various customer topics to ensure consistency and professionalism. Identify customer needs by actively listening, clarifying information, and asking relevant questions. Research and resolve issues, providing accurate information and effective solutions or alternatives. Seize opportunities to up-sell or cross-sell products and services whenever appropriate. Build sustainable relationships with customers by engaging in a helpful, respectful, and proactive manner. Go the extra mile to deliver a high level of customer satisfaction and retention.

Phone SupportLead ManagementEmail ManagementEmail SupportLiveChat

Debt Collector

DMC Debt Management

Aug 2017 - Nov 2018

Key Achievements:

Manage multiple delinquent accounts for debt collection efforts. Keep track of assigned accounts identity outstanding debts. Plan a course of action to recover outstanding payments. Negotiate payoff deadline or payment plans Handle questions or complaints. Investigate and resolve discrepancies in payments or accounts.

Lead ManagementPhone SupportLive Chat SupportEmail Support

Quick Stats

Age35 years
English LevelFluent
ID VerificationVerified
Portfolio
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Certifications

BA - Human Resource Management

Education

Associate's Degree

PC Training & Business College

2011 - 2014