Waiters/Waitresses at InterContinental Hotel in Nairobi, Kenya

Waiters/Waitresses at InterContinental Hotel in Nairobi, Kenya

Closing Date: 19/10/2012

Do you see yourself as a Support Colleague in the Kitchen Department? Do you have the Culinary skills we are looking for? What’s your passion? Whether you’re into tennis, shopping or karaoke, at IHG we’re interested in YOU.

At IHG we employ people who apply the same amount of care and  passion to their jobs as they do their hobbies – people who put our guests at the heart of everything they do.  And we’re looking for more people like this to join our friendly and professional team.

Currently InterContinental Nairobi is looking for colleagues to support our Banqueting Function: As a Waiter/Waitress, you will ensure that the highest standards of hospitality are demonstrated at all times in the Banquet operations. Your key responsibilities will include building rapport and a sense of personalized service towards guests. You will have a good knowledge of Food and Beverage products and will pass this information on to the guest whenever the possibility arises, in order to maximise hotel sales.

In return we’ll give you a competitive financial and benefits package which can include, uniform and free meals on duty.  Hotel discounts worldwide are available as well as access to a wide variety of discount schemes and the chance to work with a great team of people. Most importantly, we’ll give you the room to be yourself.

In return we’ll give you a competitive financial and benefits package which can include, uniform and free meals on duty.

Hotel discounts worldwide are available as well as access to a wide variety of discount schemes and the chance to work with a great team of people.

Most importantly, we’ll give you the room to be yourself.

*So what’s your passion? *

Kindly forward your application by Friday, 19th October 2012 through the following website www.ihg.com/careers and tell us how you can bring your individual skills to Inter Continental Nairobi.

To find out more about us visit www.ihg.com

Executive Sous Chef - Hilton Hotel, Nairobi

Executive Sous Chef at Hilton Hotel in Nairobi

A Career with the Hilton Hotel opens up the world of hospitality to you

Hilton Hotel provides a terrific range of career opportunities. Whether you are a seasoned professional or just starting out in this very exciting industry, we would be delighted to welcome you to our family.

At Hilton Nairobi, we provide opportunities beyond your imagination. Our international presence, strong growth plans and personal development will help you achieve your career goals and more.

You can be part of a strong and growing company and you can join a special family, one dedicated to a positive, productive and diverse working environment.

We are currently looking for a truly outstanding individual with boundless energy and enthusiasm for Kitchen Operations to fill the position of:

Executive Sous Chef

Job Ref No. 20/2011


Principle Responsibility & Position Purpose:

Reporting to the Executive Chef, the holder of this position will be responsible for all food planning, preparation, production, and control for all food outlets and banquet facilities, to meet Hilton’s standards of quality.

Essential Functions:

• Assist the Executive Chef to create and implement new menus and individual menu items for all outlets based on current food trends and regional tastes.
• Assist the Executive Chef to Audit food storeroom items and direct items to maintain consistent quality products that ensure adherence to all health code requirements.
• Enforce safety procedures and cleanliness standards throughout kitchen(s) including walk-in and reach-in boxes.
• Assist the Executive Chef to hire, train, supervise, schedule and participate in activities of chefs, cooks, and other personnel involved in preparing, cooking and presenting food in accordance with productivity standards, cost controls, and forecasts needs.
• Monitor team performance, product quality and production flow; foster continuous improvement where necessary.
• Manages food, equipment, water, fuel and labour costs within approved budget constraints.

Qualification Standards:

• Diploma in Food production or equivalent.
• Minimum of four years experience in culinary management in a 5 star hotel or equivalent.
• Must have prior experience as a Sous Chef with knowledge of most international and domestic dishes.
• Knowledge of Kitchen department organizational skills.
• Guest contact and staff management experience.
• Experience in menu planning and budgeting.
• Knowledge about the facilities of the Hilton Hotels worldwide and Hilton Nairobi in particular will be an added advantage.

Specific Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Extensive knowledge of food products, standard recipes, and proper preparation.
• Ability to read, write, speak English to comprehend and communicate job functions.
• Ability to safely operate complex food preparation machinery.
• Artistic ability to create theme menus, ideas for ice carvings, decorations, etc.
• strong in buffet style food and preferably some pastry background
• A people's person, strict on follow up, hygiene, training, quality control, mentor and coach.

Application Process:

Excellent future career opportunities are available within the organization.

Compensation and benefits are commensurate with background and experience.

Interested candidates are invited to strictly email their cover letter and CV, clearly detailing their current remuneration to Nairobi_Recruitment@hilton.com before end of day 10th August 2011.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Hilton Nairobi is an equal opportunity employer and as such, canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.

Manager - Government Guest House, Garissa

Manager at a Government Guest House in Garissa

Applicants are invited for the post of Manager at government guest house, Garissa.

Applicants must be Kenyan aged between 25-35 years and have the following qualifications:

Manager

• KCSE C+ with C plain in English language and C plain in Mathematics.
• Diploma in Hotel and catering Management from a recognized institution.
• Proficient in computer knowledge and its applications.
• Previous experience of four (4) years and above in tourist or middle class hotels is mandatory.
• Accounting knowledge would be an added advantage.

The salary scale and benefits attached to post are:

• Basic salary of ksh 30,000 per month, with yearly increment of ksh 1000 per month
• Free housing within the facility compound.
• Annual leave 30 working days

The contract may be terminated by not less than one month ‘s notice to be given by either party in writing or otherwise by the payment of either party in lieu of the notice of not less than one month’s salary/wages.

This post is a challenging position which calls for total commitment to work. The appointment will be on a one (1) year contract basis renewable depending on performance.

Applications must be addressed to:

Provincial Commissioner
North Eastern Province
Private Bag
Garissa

To reach the office not later than 30th April 2011
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Head Cook - Government Guest House, Garissa

Head Cook at a Government Guest House in Garissa

Applicants are invited for the above position at a government guest house in Garissa.

Applicants must be Kenyan aged between 25-35 years and have the following qualifications

• KCSE D+ (plus) with C- in mathematics and C- in English language
• Diploma in food and production from a recognized institution or a certificate with work experience of 5-10 years.
• Knowledge of costing and control, communications skills are mandatory
• Previous experience of five (5) years and above in the tourist and middle class hotels are necessary
• Must have good management skills

Salary scale attached to the post and benefits will be:

• Basic salary of ksh 15,000 per month, with yearly increment of kshs 500 per month
• Free housing at the guest house compound
• Annual leave of 30 working days

This post is a challenging position which calls for total commitment to work. The appointment will be on a one (1) year contract basis renewable depending on performance.

Applications must be addressed to:

Provincial Commissioner
North Eastern Province
Private Bag
Garissa

To reach the office not later than 30th April 2011
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