Recruitment at a Tourism Company


A photographic safari company in Tanzania is looking to fill the following vacancies:


Food & Beverage
 
Skills/Requirements: 

Minimum of Grade 12 is a prerequisite for this position and a tertiary qualification in Food & Beverage Management would be beneficial. 

The candidate must have a minimum of 5 years experience in the hospitality industry with a minimum of 3 years in a Food and Beverage supervisory position in a 5 star environment. 

The applicant must have very good service knowledge and experience training junior staff, be able to handle stock control, have excellent communication skills and time management to be able to work efficiently as part of a team. 

The candidate must ensure that all procedures are upheld with consistency to be able to work under pressure. 

The candidate must be willing to stay in a remote wilderness area for prolonged periods. 

The work will involve long hours as expected with Lodge Management. 

French speaking knowledge will be highly appreciated.
 
Front Office & Housekeeping Manager
 
Skills / Requirements: 

Minimum of grade 12 is a prerequisite for this position and a tertiary qualification in Front Office Management would be beneficial. 

The candidate must have a minimum of 5 years experience in the hospitality industry with a minimum of 3 years in a Front Office/Housekeeping supervisory position in a 5 star environment.

The applicant must have good customer relationship skills and front office knowledge, experience training junior staff, be able to handle housekeeping supervision, maintaining quality standards, assisting in inventory management. 

The candidate must be computer literate, have a positive attitude and be able to work under pressure. 

The candidate must be willing to stay ¡n a remote wilderness area for prolonged periods.
 
The work will involve long hours as expected with Lodge Management. French speaking knowledge will be highly appreciated.
Maintenance Personnel
 
Skills / Requirements: 

Minimum of 5 years experience in a 5 star bush lodge/camp. 

The candidate must have good knowledge of solar power systems, generators and vehicle mechanics. 

The applicant should also have knowledge of basic plumbing, electrical work and carpentry. 

The candidate should be a hands-on person, able to work effectively as part of a team, have the necessary skills to manage and train a small team of staff. 

The candidate must be willing to stay in a remote wilderness area for prolonged periods.
Professional Tour Guide
 
Skills/Requirements:  

Minimum of 5 years experience guiding international tourists in the field. 

The candidate must have a thorough knowledge of the mammals, birds, trees of the area. 

The applicant must have a valid drivers license and have a basic knowledge of vehicle maintenance. 

The candidate should have a diploma or certificate from Kenya Utalli College with a gold or silver qualification. 

Knowledge of English as well as a second foreign language such as Spanish, French, German or Italian would be advantageous. 

Must have excellent communication skills, a positive attitude and be able to work as part of a team. 

As well as second foreign language such as French/German.

Lodge Manager
 
Skills/Requirements:  

A tertiary qualification in Hospitality Management would be preferential. 

The candidate must have a minimum of 10 years experience in the hospitality industry with a minimum of 5 years in a management role in a 5 star environment. 

The work will involve long hours as expected with Lodge Management.

The applicant must be prepared to live in remote wilderness areas for prolonged periods. 

Applicants must be presentable and dedicated to excellent client service with a positive and friendly attitude.

Application Deadline:
 Monday 29 April
 
All Applicants to send their CV’s or Resume’s together with copies of their Certificates/Diplomas and reference letters to: vacancy@mbalimbali.com
 
Please note preferred candidates will be contacted and interviewed on May 1 in Nairobi, Kenya.

It is a requirement that you bring all original certificates and references to the interview.