Unique Opportunities in Hospitality
Industry (East Africa)
Marasa Africa, a subsidiary of the
Madhvani Group Uganda, operates several upscale wildlife lodges in East
Africa.
The positions would suit individuals
who are looking for growth and a fresh challenge in the fast growing tourism
sector in East Africa.
All the lodges are located within
National Parks and have all the facilities required for the modern travellers
including and not limited to swimming pool, health club, conference facilities,
business centre and WI-FI.
01) Executive Chef
The safari lodges have multiple
outlets and substantial banqueting operation.
Reporting to the General Manager, the
incumbent will be responsible for developing menus, ensuring quality food
preparation and presentation, budgeting & menu analysis as well as training
the kitchen brigade.
The applicant should have suitable professional qualifications with 10 years of relevant experience with International and multi-cultural cuisines.
02) Chief Engineer
Reporting to the General Manager, the
incumbent will be responsible for maintenance of all facilities in the hotel to
the highest standard.
He/she should be conversant with the
operations, service and repairs of modern equipment such as DG sets, water and
swimming pool treatment plants, cold rooms, kitchen, laundry and spa equipment,
electrical and fire systems, air- conditioning, entertainment and sound
systems.
The applicant should have a degree /
diploma in mechanical or electrical engineering with a minimum of 10 years
relevant experience in three to five star hotels / safari lodges.
The above positions carry an attractive compensation package and good working atmosphere with excellent savings potential, local living expenses, family housing, travel for self & family, gratuity and medical benefits.
General Manager to
manage one of our properties.
The position would suit an individual
who is looking for growth and a fresh challenge in the fast growing tourism
sector in East Africa.
The lodge has 50 plus guest rooms, 2
restaurants and bars, swimming pool, health spa, conference facilities and
business centre.
Requirements:
- The applicant must be a holder of a recognized
Graduate / post graduate level degree in the hospitality industry.
- A minimum of 15 years practical operational
experience, managing safari lodges, out of which 5 years should be as a
General Manager.
- Ability to manage the operations of an
existing company, incorporating new ideas and ways to improve the existing
operations.
- To prepare and manage budgets, utilize profit
and loss reports to control and take corrective action.
- To formulate marketing strategies and achieve
targets set by the company. Sustain the current good practices and
bring in new practices to achieve guest delight.
- The candidate should possess excellent
communication and management skills, be presentable, and have practical
knowledge of computerized systems, attention to details, with excellent
organizational skills and follow through.
- Good track record with approachable
references.
- Flexible and able to take on any other duties
and responsibilities assigned by the company from time to time.
A competitive salary, commensurate
with the experiences and qualifications, will be offered to the successful
candidate.
Applications may be submitted to ghrm@madhvani.org within ten days of this advertisement.
www.marasa.net
