Our client is a new player in the hospitality industry specifically operating high end serviced apartments near the Arboretum/State House area in Nairobi.

We are seeking applications from highly dynamic and well exposed candidates who are available to fill the following positions from December 2011:

Hotel General Manager

(Kshs.150-200,000)

The jobholder will be responsible to the investors and owners of the establishment.

His/her role will include:

Ensure the provision of excellent guest services Oversee all the operations of the serviced apartments Supervision of the staff in all departments including front desk, accounts, sales and marketing, food and beverageManagement of relationships and contracts with external suppliers or service providersManagement the relationship of key corporate or individual clientsManage the facility and ensure protection of all the assetsWe invite applications from highly energized individuals who meet the following criteria:
Degree/Higher Diploma in hotel management At least 5 years relevant experience in the hospitality industryTeam management and leadership experience in a hotel environmentExcellent communication and presentation skills with strong ability to create the right impression as well as market the hotel to potential clientsComputer literateWell developed customer/guest relationship skills Accounts knowledge will be an added advantageExcellent interpersonal and networking skillsGreat attention to detailCross-cultural awareness and sensitivityHigh degree of honesty and integrityAccountant

(Kshs.45,000/=)

This is a role responsible for undertaking accounting functions and producing financial statements.

The role holder is expected to perform undertake the following duties:

Preparing financial reports in accordance with accounting standardsPreparation of company annual quarterly and monthly budgets and management accountsEnsuring timely preparation of accurate monthly expenditure reports Monitoring and interpreting cash flows and predicting future trends Researching and reporting on factors influencing business performanceEnsuring cost minimization and income maximizationDegree in Accounting from a recognized UniversityProfessional Accounting qualified i.e. CPA(K), ACCA or equivalentMinimum 5 years experience of accounting duties Experience in the Hospitality industry is an added advantageExcellent proficiency and working knowledge in computerized accounting packages (especially used in hotels) and MS Word applicationsStrong analytical and numeracy skills with ability to interpret data Attention to details with excellent coordination skillsHonest and hard working, with high ethical standardsHighly motivated, energetic, analytical, self-starter, able to work independently.Effective communications skills, both orally and in writingExcellent interpersonal skills Sales and Marketing Executive

(Kshs.35,000/= + incentives)

This is a position with key role of undertaking sales and marketing activity targeted to potential clientele.

We invite applications from highly energized individuals with passion for sales who demonstrate the following criteria:

Degree in Commerce or Marketing or equivalent3 – 5 sales experience in hospitality or services industry with proven track record of success in salesStrong communication skills with strong ability to create the right impression that persuade clientsStrong drive to deliver resultsExcellent interpersonal skills Cross-cultural awareness and sensitivityHigh degree of honesty and integrityShould be flexible and highly mobile to undertake field sales activitiesChef

(Kshs.50,000/=)

This is a position with the key role of planning, directing, and supervising the food preparation and cooking activities of the kitchens or restaurants at the property.

It involves coordination of the work and activities of other staff members as well as motivating them at work.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Developing a relevant restaurant menus, maintaining high and consistent standards in food quality and serviceCoaching, training and developing other kitchen personnel ensuring high performance standardsPlan and price menu items and food/beverage costsEstablish working procedures or processes for all kitchen functionsVerifying safety or conformance to standards in work proceduresDetermine food presentation styles creating decorative food displaysDemonstrate new cooking techniques and equipment to staffAdhere to all HACCP Hygiene Management System and health safety standards.A Diploma in food production A minimum of 4 years’ experience working with foodHighly organized with a high level of creativityExperience in training and coaching staff Keen sense of taste and smell and must enjoy food preparationMust be clean, neat, and healthyNumeracy skills. Receptionists

(4 positions)

This is a position with key role of receiving and attending to guests and ensuring their comfort.

We invite applications from highly energized individuals with passion for service who demonstrate the following criteria:

Diploma in front office operations 2 years front desk/receptionist experience preferably in hospitality industryExcellent communication skills with strong ability to create the right impression Customer relationship skills i.e. helpful, friendly and patient attitudeExcellent interpersonal skillsAbility to accurately record informationGreat attention to detailCross-cultural awareness and sensitivityHigh degree of honesty and integrityWillingness to work on shift basisWaiters

(Kshs.15,000/=)

The overall purpose for this job is ensuring excellent customer service for clients: ensuring total satisfaction of the customer from the time he/she enters the establishment up to the time they leave.

This involves receiving customers warmly; presenting them with menus and offering assistance in menu selection if need be, billing the customers and checking to ensure customers are enjoying their meals and service.

Minimum requirements for the position are:

Certificate/Diploma in a hospitality courseGood pass in O level English and Mathematics1 year’s experience working as a waiterExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsBasic knowledge about food and food serviceExcellent preventability with patient attitudeWell organized, presentable and ability to work under pressure.Bartender

(Kshs.15,000/=)

The key role of this position is to mix and serve drinks from the bar directly to customers or through the waiters/waitresses.

The jobholder’s responsibilities include:

Check patrons' identification in order to ensure that they meet minimum age requirements for consumption of alcoholic beveragesResponsible for controlling bar stock including ordering supplies, maintain an inventory of supplies, stock taking and preparation of consumption reportsResponsible for cash float, presentation and settlement of bills Preparation and serving of cocktail drinks Serve customers in a friendly and helpful manner. Good pass in O level in English and MathematicsMinimum 2 years experience in a similar positionExcellent customer service skillsExcellent communication and listening skillsNumeracy skillsMust have full knowledge of beverages and experience in preparation and service of cocktail drinks.General Handyman

(Kshs.15,000/=)

This is a role required to undertake general repairs and maintenance within the establishment

Minimum requirements for the position are:

Minimum Diploma or certificate in related field of electrical/mechanical/plumbing workDemonstrable prior hands-on experience in similar settingPersonal organizational and multi-tasking abilitiesAttention to detail Good interpersonal skills with patienceAbility to read directions and follow instructionsGood communication skills in English and/or KiswahiliStewards

(Kshs.10,000/=)

This position involves facilitating all operations of the kitchen including maintaining all areas of food preparation stations and food storage areas, cleaning dishes, pot, pans, utensils, food preparation machines, floors, working surfaces and any other duties as directed by the Chef.

Minimum requirements for the position are:

Must have completed “O” level educationExemplary organizational and multi-tasking abilitiesAttention to detail especially in cleaning Mechanical skills to operate electric machinesAbility to lift heavy objects and physical flexibility Basic understanding of food preparation is desirableGood interpersonal skills with patienceAbility to read directions and follow verbal instructionsPrior experience is desirable.Please forward an application letter indicating your suitability to this role, together with a copy of your updated resume, and your current or last salary and benefits package to:

hoteljobs@peopleinsightslimited.com on or before Tuesday 29th November 2011.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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