Emilly Mathu
@emillymathu
Head of Hospitality improving multi-unit operations, guest satisfaction, and revenue growth.
What I'm looking for
I am a highly skilled, results-driven Head of Hospitality with over 7 years of experience in multi-unit operations, front office management, administration, and guest services. I currently lead hospitality operations for Morning Star Resort Machakos and three Chocolate City branches under Select Port Solutions Ltd, optimizing daily execution, enhancing guest satisfaction, and driving revenue growth.
I excel at revitalizing underperforming units, streamlining processes, and delivering memorable guest experiences. I have standardized procurement and inventory tracking to reduce stock variances, food wastage, and pilferage, and I’ve implemented SOPs that strengthen service quality and full compliance with health, safety, and brand standards.
I also bring strong people leadership across F&B, front office, and housekeeping—training and supervising teams to improve performance and retention. From increasing occupancy by 15%, boosting guest satisfaction scores by 20%, to reducing check-in/check-out times by 20%, I focus on measurable outcomes while tailoring service delivery through initiatives like menu refreshes, theme nights, and guest feedback programs.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Head of Hospitality
Champ Ltd
Jan 2025 - Present (1 year 3 months)
Directed hospitality operations for Morning Star Resort Machakos and three Chocolate City branches, adapting service delivery across locations. Standardized procurement and inventory tracking, reducing stock variances, food wastage, and pilferage while managing staffing, supply, and guest-complaint challenges.
Hospitality Manager
Superior Homes Kenya
Jul 2024 - Dec 2024 (5 months)
Increased occupancy rates by 15% through targeted marketing and improved customer-experience strategies. Implemented guest service standards, boosting satisfaction by 20%, while reducing operating costs by 10% and improving retention by 30% through staff development.
Front Office Manager
Starling Bird Resort
Feb 2023 - Jun 2024 (1 year 4 months)
Improved front office service quality to increase guest retention by 25%. Reduced check-in and check-out times by 20% through process optimization and staff training while leading a team of 25 and onboarding 15+ new staff.
Administrator
Procare Medical Centre
Jan 2022 - Jan 2023 (1 year)
Streamlined administrative processes, reducing report preparation time by 15% and improving operational efficiency. Implemented a patient management system to reduce billing errors by 10%, introduced appointment scheduling to cut wait times by 20%, and maintained 100% healthcare regulatory compliance.
Front Office Supervisor
City Centre Hotel & Restaurant
Nov 2021 - Dec 2022 (1 year 1 month)
Improved guest service ratings by 30% through staff performance enhancements and guest feedback programs. Reduced front office operational costs by 10% via scheduling and inventory streamlining, trained staff for a 25% service improvement, and increased bookings by 15% through promotions and personalized service.
Airbnb Manager
Hkwetu Accommodations
Sep 2020 - Jun 2021 (9 months)
Increased occupancy rates by 20% by improving guest communication and delivering personalized services. Maintained a 90% satisfaction rate, grew repeat bookings by 10%, and reduced booking errors by implementing a digital booking system.
Front Desk Operator
Sandton Palace Hotel
Feb 2017 - Apr 2019 (2 years 2 months)
Enhanced check-in efficiency, reducing average guest wait time by 15% through workflow improvements. Resolved guest complaints with a 95% satisfaction outcome, increased room occupancy by 10% through reservations and upselling, and trained new front-desk staff.
Promoter
Coca-Cola Bottlers
Aug 2016 - Feb 2017 (6 months)
Increased product awareness by 25% through in-store promotions and event marketing campaigns. Boosted product sales by 20% during promotions and helped execute brand events attracting 500+ customers while building relationships with retailers and clients.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Allison
Diploma, Psychology
Completed a Diploma in Psychology with certification in January 2022 through Allison.
Allison
Hospitality Management Course, Hospitality Management
Completed a Hospitality Management Course through Allison, finalized in June 2022.
Allison
English for Tourism - Hotel Reception and Front Office, Hotel Reception and Front Office
Completed the English for Tourism - Hotel Reception and Front Office course with certification in February 2022 through Allison.
Allison
Mental Health Studies - Suicide, Behavior, and Substance Abuse, Mental Health Studies
Completed Mental Health Studies - Suicide, Behavior, and Substance Abuse through Allison, finalized in October 2020.
Kangubiri High School
High School Certificate, General Education
2012 - 2015
Earned a High School Certificate from Kangubiri High School between February 2012 and November 2015.
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