
Francis Marekera
Customer Service Specialist

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About me
Food and Beverage @JW Marriott Savannah Georgia
Education

Institute of Management and Marketing(IMM)-South Africa
2007 - 2009Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) MarketingActivities and Societies: International Marketing Marketing research
Experience

SUMPLUS ENTERPRISE
Jan 2013 - Mar 2015Customer Service SpecialistSet a precedence for fellow team members to follow and maintain an enthusiastic attitude, friendly demeanor, and integrity-driven conduct at all times. Communicate directly with customers on the floor and ensure their shopping experience is pleasant, productive, and memorable, and to mediate any situations that may have escalated.Ability to met in teams and discuss weekly sales and set sales goals as individuals and as a team.Key Accomplishments:Increased customer loyalty by providing customer service for about 150 customers per day.Retained corporate customers, resulting in $1.2 million in income. Show less

Bentley kitchen & Eat Greek
Jun 2015 - Apr 2023Waiter and BartenderResponsible for the day – to- day operation of unit at the Restaurant, Taking orders and provide a quick delivery service of food. Solve complaints that may arise and maintain an eye contact with dining guests. Key Accomplishments:Provided fill-in assistance in bar-tending capacity on as-needed basis, maintain constant guest contact, build relationships, and check on tables.Comprehend menu preparation, presentations and offer alternatives for non-available itemsPrepare and serve specialty beverages to customers, serve food, taking orders and then maintain cleanliness of work area, service areas and tables.Played an integral role in part of the team that earned Best European Restaurant Awards 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2019. Show less

JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District
Apr 2023 - nowFood and beverage @JW Marriott Savannah GeorgiaRestaurant Management, leadership, Fine Dining, Purchasing and Storeroom.
Licenses & Certifications

Wine and spirits
WSET — Wine & Spirit Education TrustMar 2019- View certificate

Verified International Academic Qualifications
World Education ServicesSept 2020
Honors & Awards
- Awarded to Francis MarekeraEmployee of the Year Bentley kitchen Dec 2020 I want to express my personal appreciation for achievement of this milestone. Loyal and dedicated employees are the foundation to any successful company. Thank you for the award!”
- Awarded to Francis MarekeraEmployee of the Year Bentley kitchen Dec 2020 I want to express my personal appreciation for achievement of this milestone. Loyal and dedicated employees are the foundation to any successful company. Thank you for the award!”
Volunteer Experience
3 months
Issued by Blue Dove Primary School on Jan 2015
Associated with Francis Marekera
Languages
- enEnglish
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