Assistant Manager
Duty Station: Kakamega
Reporting to the Hotel Manager, the Assistant Manager will be required assist in the co-ordination of the various functions of the hotel in order to achieve goals and objective and ensure quality of service in all areas.
Responsibilities
Duty Station: Kakamega
Reporting to the Hotel Manager, the Assistant Manager will be required assist in the co-ordination of the various functions of the hotel in order to achieve goals and objective and ensure quality of service in all areas.
Responsibilities
· Assist the Manager in coordinating and in the running of the hotel operations Follow up on outstanding debts.
· Licensing and renewal of certificates.
· Coordinates security matters of the hotel to ensure that the hotels complies with all professional, ethical, legal and statutory requirements in its operations
· Provides effective supervision of staff and their development.
· Assists in developing and implementing quality guest service standards and feedback systems.
· Manages the Managers functions in his absence
· Manages personnel and administration functions of staff and the hotel
· Prepares hotel budgets along with the other heads of departments.
Requirements
· Bachelors degree in Social Sciences or business related field
· Diploma in Hotel Management from a recognized institution.
· 3 years at a similar position or a management position in a hotel setup.
· Must be highly computer literate, excellent communication skills/ interpersonal skills.
· Patient, good public relations result orientated, assertive, team player and ability to work under pressure.
Assistant Accountant
Duty Station: Kakamega
Reporting to the Hotel Accountant, the Assistant Accountant will be required to manage the day to day activities of accounts department; and ensure proper recording and maintenance of financial records to facilitate timely preparation of financial statements.
Responsibilities
Duty Station: Kakamega
Reporting to the Hotel Accountant, the Assistant Accountant will be required to manage the day to day activities of accounts department; and ensure proper recording and maintenance of financial records to facilitate timely preparation of financial statements.
Responsibilities
· Postings to general ledger, computerized transactions on accounts payable and receivables, stock taking and costing, budgetary controls, cashiering and banking, payroll, credit control and collection, night audit, food cost accounting and food & beverage control.
· Ensure accurate and constant tracking and control of all transactions to assure financial integrity.
Requirements
· B.Com (Accounting Option) or a degree in Business Administration or Equivalent
· KCSE C+ or Form 4 Division II
· CPA 1 will be an added advantage
· Computer skills, Accounting packages, Administrative skills. Computerized accounting will be an added advantage.
· Minimum 3 years relevant experience
· Good interpersonal skills, Honesty and a team player
HR Assistant
Duty Station: Kakamega
Reporting to the Hotel Manager, the HR Assistant will be responsible for managing all areas of human resource management functions to include compensation management; recruitment and selection; internal and external human relations; policy development and interpretation; training and development; workers' compensation; benefits administration; human resource strategic planning and organizational development
Duties:
Duty Station: Kakamega
Reporting to the Hotel Manager, the HR Assistant will be responsible for managing all areas of human resource management functions to include compensation management; recruitment and selection; internal and external human relations; policy development and interpretation; training and development; workers' compensation; benefits administration; human resource strategic planning and organizational development
Duties:
· Overlook and supervise all human resource activities to include employment, compensation, labor relations, benefits, and training and development.
· Manage unionized employees and ensure adherence to the collective bargaining agreement
· Supervise and manage the recruitment process: Interview job applicants; review applications/CVs; evaluate applicant skills and make recommendations regarding applicant's qualifications.
· Develop and maintain relationship with employment agencies, universities and other recruitment sources.
· Prepare and maintain company salary structure, job documentation, and job evaluation systems.
· Complete salary survey questionnaires.
· Design and conduct new employee orientations.
· Design and implement appraisal and evaluation systems.
· Manage administration of benefits to employees; serve as liaison between employees and insurance carriers.
· Gain updated information on labor laws in order to resolve labor relation issues.
· Recommend and develop training and development courses.
· Provide advice, assistance and follow-up on company policies, procedures, and documentation.
· Coordinate the resolution of specific policy-related and procedural problems and inquiries.
· Recommend, develop and maintain human resource data bases, computer software systems, and manual filing systems.
· Develop and recommend HR operating policy and procedural improvements.
· Plan for the future financing needs in areas where it is required and seek approval from management.
· To control financial matters relating to recruitment costs, and adherence to headcount, wage and overtime budgets.
· Ensures the department follows the budgetary limits and cost control measures are implemented efficiently on regular basis.
· Effective execution of strategy determined by management.
· Work with/and manage teams to deliver solutions through effective implementation of HR operational policies and procedures.
· Ensure excellent relations with management and employees.
· Drive and ensure delivery of projects with predefined timelines and budget.
· Ensure the optimisation of HR management processes in conjunction with adjacent logistical company processes in order to maximize operational efficiencies.
· Ensure the efficient and effective use of implemented HR policies and procedures.
· Measure the cost and service effectiveness against predetermined benchmarks.
· Ensure complete understanding of Company practices and knowledge of external industry best practices with a focus on continuous improvement.
· Work with management team to enhance overall business strategic direction.
Desired Personality:
· Proven ability to cope with conflict, stress and crisis situations.
· Effective problem-solving and mediation skills.
· Excellent analytical, planning, management and reporting skills.
· Effective decision-making skills; can choose a course of action amongst options involving uncertainty or risk.
· Effective change management skills.
· Ability to effectively manage productivity and staff strategically.
· Strong leadership and team building skills. Must be autonomous, hands-on, and proactive.
· Must possess unquestionable ethical standards.
· Excellent, proven interpersonal, verbal and written communications skills.
· Demonstrated ability to manage and supervise a staff team.
· Demonstrated ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.
· Proficiency with office computer equipment and software
Professional Requirements:
· MUST have previous experience in the Hospitality industry
· Bachelors Degree in Human Resource Management required
· Post graduate Diploma in HR will be an added advantage.
· IT knowledge required
· At least 3 years of proven progressive HR practice.
· Ability to effectively evaluate current HR practices and procedures and make recommendations for changes.
IT Assistant
Duty Station: Kakamega
Reporting to the Hotel Manager, the IT Assistant will provide technical IT and Information Management support for Golf Hotel Operations and assist in the development, implementation and management of appropriate information and communication systems.
Work Experience: 3 years working experience
Responsibilities:
Duty Station: Kakamega
Reporting to the Hotel Manager, the IT Assistant will provide technical IT and Information Management support for Golf Hotel Operations and assist in the development, implementation and management of appropriate information and communication systems.
Work Experience: 3 years working experience
Responsibilities:
· Provide support to PCs, laptops, printers, and other IT equipment
· Configuration of new users and equipment according to established GRACE policies & standards
· Manage and administer the network system and the server system
· Perform data back ups
· Configure and update antivirus software on the server on a daily/weekly basis.
· Financial system (Quick books) support such as retrieving old data, user licenses, and other troubleshooting Advise management on IT specifications for purchase
· Assist in the requisition of IT equipment and supplies, timely receipts and inspection of the goods (ensure desired quality and quantities as per specifications)
· Technical point of contact for IT vendors and suppliers including upgrading existing hardware, initiating and follow up on purchases, services, maintenance, and repairs, in close collaboration with the Finance Officer.
· Sustained individual and/or group training to staff on network, software, email, etc. as needed
· Ensure compliance with relevant legislations e.g. copyright and intellectual property.
· Service and maintain all computers and printers on a regular basis Management of information systems i.e. filing both electronic and hard copies
Knowledge, Skills and attributes
Knowledge
Knowledge
· A diploma in information technology or its equivalent
· Hands on experience on hardware maintenance skills and software management skills
· In-depth knowledge of network administration
· Working knowledge of server administration in a Windows environment
· Conversant with the management of office equipment
Basic accountancy qualifications Skills
· Deep knowledge of Microsoft office suite demonstrate practical knowledge and problem-solving strategies
Personal Attributes
· Ability to work on his/her own initiative
· High quality inter-personal skills
· Keep abreast of new developments in software and hardware
· High level of integrity
Bar Man
Duty Station: Kakamega
Responsibilities
Duty Station: Kakamega
Responsibilities
· Open Bar in the morning
· Cleans the bar to standard level and ensures that glasses and ashtrays are washed properly.
· Balancing of stock with sales
· Balancing re-order levels of the bar stocks
· Sale beverages to customers
· Prepares sales summary (cash and credit sales).
· Recounts stock before handing over keys to front office
· Follows up the laid procedure for cashing up at the end of each shift by signing the book for handing over the cash and keys.
Professional Requirements:
· Minimum KCSE D+ or equivalent
· Certificate in F & B sales & service from a recognized institution.
· 2 years relevant experience
· Good customer care, good communication skills
· Patient, Alert, long hours of work and personal grooming
Cook
Duty Station: Kakamega
Reporting to the Head Cook to ensure effective production of Food
Description of Key Duties
Duty Station: Kakamega
Reporting to the Head Cook to ensure effective production of Food
Description of Key Duties
· Prepares food breakfast, lunch and dinner for the customers. This includes sauce, larder, pastry, roast, vegetables, butcher etc.
· Cleans and scrubs his working areas including fridges
· Consults the day's menu and ascertains his requirements
· Requisitions from the head cook goods that he/she will require that day.
· Prepares his mis-en place to cope with the table d'hote and a'la carte requirements of the day.
· Presents food and Serve
· Ensures that maximum is taken in the use of dangerous machinery and equipment
· Stores left over in the fridge fro preservation.
· Handover to the next shift and notifies the head cook that he is going off each shift.
Requirements:
· KCSE or equivalent
· Certificate in Food production from a recognized institution.
· 2 years relevant experience
· Good knowledge to menu planning, Innovative
· High level of hygiene,
· Ability to stand for long hours, patient, good working memory
Applicants are invited to send a cover letter illustrating their suitability for the above position against the listed qualifications / competencies and skills a detailed and updated CV, copies of relevant certificates, details and contacts of three professional references as well as current and expected remuneration to reach the undersigned by 10 December 2010.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Managing Director
Kenya Tourist Development Corporation
Utalii House. 11th Floor
P.O. Box 42013, 00100.
Nairobi
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