Carpenter Job in Kenya

Ankole Grill

Job Vacancy: Carpenter

Location: Nairobi

Terms of Service: 1-year Contract (renewable on satisfactory performance)

Salary: KES 25,000

Job Posting: May 2023

Who are we?

Named after the beautiful, ancient, iconic cattle breed of East Africa, the Ankole Watusi, we aspire to bring you a unique African steak – house experience!

We invite you to be part of our team by submitting your application to the following role based in Nairobi.

Main Purpose & Scope The Job: The Carpenter is responsible for Carpentry work for the maintenance of Ankole property in accordance with Ankole Grill policies, procedures, and standards established to ensure maximum customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities:

Measure and mark cutting lines on materials, using ruler, pencil, chalk, and marking gauge.

Study specifications in blueprints, sketches or building plans to prepare project layout and determine dimensions and materials required.

Remove damaged or defective parts or sections of structures and repair or replace, using hand tools.

Install structures and fixtures, such as windows, frames, floorings, and trim, or hardware, using carpenter's hand and power tools

Maintain records, document actions and present written progress reports.

Finish surfaces of woodwork or wallboard in buildings, using paint, hand tools, and paneling.

Provide a satisfactory level of output.

Follow and obey the institute’s high safety standards and regulations.

Ensure cost efficient use of workshop materials and equipment.

Work in accordance with job schedule and follow maintenance procedures and guidelines.

In addition to the above, the Carpenter may be given such other duties, as the Management may deem necessary.

Qualifications


3 years’ experience in the hospitality industry in a similar role preferably in a 4 star or 5 Star establishment.

Certificate Carpentry & Joinery/ Government trade test.

Be able to stand or walk for an extended period.

Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 30 kilograms without assistance

Able to work under minimum supervision.

Excellent personal hygiene and grooming habits.

Customer service oriented with a lively, energetic, and outgoing personality.

Well-organized and detail oriented.

Be open to working flexible shifts and on weekends and holidays.

Are you interested in this position and do you meet the minimum requirements?

Apply by sending an email with your CV and a convincing cover letter to recruitment@ankole.co.ke

Include current, expected salary and notice period with your CV.

Due to the urgency to fill the position, shortlisting will be done on an ongoing basis.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.