Karunguru Group

Reservation & Administration Officer

Karunguru Group

Hospitality & Leisure

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Job summary

The Reservations & Administrative Officer will manage guest bookings from inquiry to payment, ensuring key details like dietary needs reach tour guides and F&B staff. Serving as the primary contact for guests and operations, the role also delivers proactive administrative and executive scheduling support to keep estate operations running seamless.

Min Qualification: Diploma Experience Level: Mid level Experience Length: 3 years Language Requirement: English Working Hours: Full Time - 8 to 5 Applicant Location: Kenya

Job descriptions & requirements

1.  Inquiry, Booking & Guest Data Management

  • Serve as the first point of contact for all tour inquiries received across email, phone and digital platforms.
  • Maintain strict SLA compliance by responding to all initial customer inquiries within 2 business hours.
  • Capture complete and accurate guest profiles in the CRM/PMS, prioritizing group details and high-risk dietary/allergen information.
  • Issue formal quotes and transparently communicate payment terms (including 100% upfront prepayment for bookings made under 48 hours in advance).
  • Request invoice issuance from Accounts ('INV REQ') and issue final Booking Confirmation emails to guests within 4 hours of payment clearance.


2.  Cross-Departmental Coordination & Quality Control

  • Generate and circulate the official 'FINAL GUEST LIST & ALLERGENS' report to Food & Beverage (F&B) and Tour Guides (TG) 24 hours before each tour.
  • Lead the operational Pre-Tour Briefing 17 hours prior to tour execution to align on guest count, VIP protocols, transport requirements and special dietary needs.
  • Act immediately on booking contingencies, following up on payment failures with Accounts and contacting guests in case of late arrivals or no-shows.
  • Monitor post-tour feedback, document guest comments or complaints, and close the loop with relevant departmental leads within 3 business days.


3.  Executive Support & General Administration

  • Manage the centralized info@karungurucoffee.com inbox, triaging, categorizing and routing emails to appropriate department leads within 1 hour.
  • Provide executive calendar management for the General Manager, resolving scheduling conflicts and preparing briefing materials 24 hours in advance.
  • Coordinate all internal meetings, circulating agendas at least 48 hours prior and distributing clear, actionable minutes within 24 hours post-meeting.
  • Maintain digital records, SOP communication templates, and basic office administration files to ensure smooth operational continuity.


Qualifications & Key Competencies

  • Education: Diploma or bachelor's degree in hospitality management, Business Administration, Tourism, or a relevant discipline.
  • Experience: 2 to 4 years of solid experience in reservations coordination, front office, guest relations, or executive administration (hospitality/tourism sector highly desirable).
  • Technical Skills: Strong working proficiency in Google Workspace (Calendar, Docs, Sheets) and direct experience using CRM or Property Management Systems (PMS).
  • Communication: Exceptional written and spoken English communication skills with clear, courteous telephone and email etiquette.
  • Operational Rigor: Outstanding attention to detail, strict adherence to SLAs, and strong multi-tasking skills under tight operational schedules.
  • Schedule Availability: Willing and available to work full-time on-site from Monday to Saturday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

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