Giraffe Ark Lodge is a serene
sanctuary that graces the famous plains of Kieni in Nyeri County and is
strategically placed between the majestic Aberdare Ranges to the south and the
imposing snow capped Mt. Kenya to the North.
The Lodge is a travelers’ haven located just three hours’ drive or a 15 minute
flight from Nairobi. Giraffe ark is a rich fusion of Pan African, Western,
Oriental, and Arabian themes with a homely atmosphere.
The lodge seeks qualified,
self-driven, innovative, energetic and go getter individuals for various
positions existing within its ranks.
They include:
Chef
Number required: 1
Job Overview: To oversee the daily operation of the kitchen of
a restaurant and must be highly skilled, creative and able to work efficiently
under a great deal of pressure.
You will also responsible for
designing menus, developing original recipes and keeping the kitchen stocked
with ingredients.
General Responsibilities
- Direct the preparation, seasoning and cooking
of salads, soups, fish, meats, vegetables, Desserts or any other food
- Plan and price menu items, coming up with food
recipes and orders supplies and keep records and accounts.
- Supervise and participate in cooking and the
preparation of foods.
Qualifications/Skills/Experience
- Minimum of a diploma in cookery, catering or
any other related field.
- A minimum of two years’ experience in a busy
restaurant or institution.
- Ability to do costing for food items.
- Knowledgeable in the various types of
cuisines.
- Ability to creatively present /serve food
- Practical knowledge of proper food handling
and storage procedures.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Excellent in proper management of kitchen
equipment
- Ability to multi-task and handle a variety of
cooking assignments.
Waiters
Number Required: 2
Job Overview: To serve customers by taking orders, serving
food and preparing tables. An important part of the work is to make customers
feel welcome and comfortable during their meal
General Responsibilities
- Providing excellent customer service
- Greeting patrons once they are seated
- Presenting menus to customers
- Explaining menu items to customers
- Answering questions from patrons about food
and beverages
- Sharing information with customers about the
status of their orders
- Refilling customer drink orders throughout the
meal
- Finding out if customers need addition
- Processing payment
- Making sure tables are clean and tidy
Qualifications/Skills/ Experience
- Certificate or Diploma in food
service/waitress/waiter or air hostess
- 2 years’ experience in a busy hospitality
establishment
- Good knowledge of food and drinks required.
- Must be able speak and write either English or
French, German, Italian , Chinese, Spanish, Japanese and Swahili fluently
- Must have a pleasant, charismatic personality
with good people communication skills
- Must have a thirst to sell and meet targets
How to Apply
If you meet the said requirements and are passionate enough to build a career in the hospitality industry, please send your application in confidence by email attaching your detailed latest CV to:
If you meet the said requirements and are passionate enough to build a career in the hospitality industry, please send your application in confidence by email attaching your detailed latest CV to:
The Recruiter,
email: recruit.esquire@gmail.com
email: recruit.esquire@gmail.com
NB: Clearly state your current and
expected salary in your application.
Closing date for applications is
Friday, 20th March 2015.
Only shortlisted candidates will be
contacted for interview.
Anchor group of companies is an equal opportunity employer.