Head of House Keeping Job in Kenya - Hospitality Industry

Head of House Keeping - Hospitality Industry
 

Reporting To: Senior Supervisor
 

Overall Objective of this Position: To maintain the set standards and ensure client satisfaction.   
 

Duties / Responsibilities

• Responsible for making and implementing the work plans
• Responsible for the management of staff, detergents, machines and accessories in their designated areas.
• Responsible for motivating the cleaning crew in your area of control.
• Advise on the replenishment and control of materials.
• Enforce the health and safety measures.
• Responsible for customer care in the respective area.
• Daily briefings and follow up of the crew performance
• Induction and training of new staff
• Appraise staff reporting to you
• Any other duty that may be allocated from time to time

Academic, Professional Qualifications and Work Experience 
 

Education:

• Minimum ‘O’ level certificate.
• Certificate in housekeeping and laundry form reputable institution
• 3 Years’ experience in a similar position
• Possess a valid certificate of good conduct

All applications should be received on or before: 30th  November 2013.

Nairobi Java House Jobs in Kenya

Restaurant Positions
 

At Nairobi Java House we are always looking for the best people to join our team. 

We are a fun, passionate and energetic company and may just be the perfect fit for you!

As part of Nairobi Java House you can be part of a pioneering brand with extraordinary potential for growth.

Company Benefits Include:

• Pension
• Medical cover (In and Out patient)
• Annual Leave
• On the job training
• Opportunities for growth

Project Manager

This role will involve facilitation, co-ordination and execution of all ongoing projects for the Group's physical developments. 

The successful applicant will have experience in working on projects within the hospitality industry or projects that require a high degree of interior finishing. 

He/she will additionally have a strong technical aptitude, be able to work under pressure and possess AutoCAD/ArchCAD/CS5 Designer's Suite experience of not less than 3 years. 

Higher Diploma/Degree in Civil/Mechanical Engineering and/or Architecture with a minimum of 5 years experience in a similar position is essential.

Laundry Supervisor

The successful applicant will be required to supervise and run the laundry department.

He/she will engage with branches to have their laundry needs met and will be required to have the ability to manage staff and possess good organization and leadership skills. 

He/she will have at least 3 years experience in a similar position for a hotel or similar business.

Assistant Accountant

A fantastic oportunity has arisen for an Assistant Accountant to join our team. 

The successful applicant will be providing accounting support to the finance team and reporting to the finance manager. 

He/She will be required to be proficient in Ms Excel, have knowledge of MC and a minimum CPA Part 2 qualification. 

The ideal candidate should possess good IT skills, be a team player, have excellent analytical skills and ability to meet strict deadlines.

Human Resources Assistant
This is a tremendous role for someone with an interest in the twin dynamics of HR and restaurant business. 

The successful applicant will provide administrative support for the HR Department. 

We are looking for an individual who is exceptionally well organized, with a demonstrable ability to coordinate, prioritize workload and work under pressure. 

S/he will be computer literate with excellent communication skills and a team player. 

Above all, s/he will have the interpersonal skills needed for such a “people” centric position. 

A Degree/ Diploma in HRM from a recognized institution and minimum 2 years experience is needed.

Chef de Partie / Sous Chef

Must have 3 years experience in a fast paced a la carte environment.

Restaurant / Branch Manager

Must have 2 years experience in a Management position at a high-level F&B outlet.

Stewards & Bussers

We look for stewards and bussers who are diligent, hands-on, and trustworthy when it comes to all tasks. This is a vital role in the Nairobi Java House set up. 

Stewards and Bussers are responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of the restaurant, dishwashing, stocking dishes, glassware and food items for the cooks and servers, bussing tables and responding quickly to situations that arise. 

Many of our Managers started in this department and it is an honorable entry point for those developing careers in the hospitality industry.
 

No prior experience required, only secondary school education and a positive attitude.

Waitstaff

We are looking for all rounded people to join our family. 

While experience is important, a great attitude is the first thing we look for. 

Our management team believes strongly that the key to keeping great people is treating them with respect.
 

We endeavor to offer the best training possible to ensure that you know all you need to know about our menu, procedures and philosophy before you serve your first guest.

Hostess

We are looking for friendly, outgoing men and women who can greet every one of our guests with a sincere smile and welcome. 

Our hosts are the first point of contact or experience that our guests encounter as they walk into our restaurants.
 

At Nairobi Java House we offer a fun, fast-paced environment where friendly, hardworking hosts are a vital part of the team. 

We offer flexible work schedules and the opportunity for advancement for our hardworking and proactive hosts.

Cashiers

At Nairobi Java House, our cashiers not only handle all the cash and credit card transactions at our registers, they are also key in taking care of the orders of our many takeaway customers. 

Applicants with experience using MICROS POS systems is a plus. 

Talented cashiers can often be considered for management positions as the company grows.

Baristas

Love Coffee? 

We are looking for dynamic, friendly people with experience behind the barista counter. 

In addition to brewing/serving a varied selection of our coffee as well as serving the desserts, our baristas will also cater to the counter service/takeaway guests. 

If you wish to join a team passionate about maintaining a high standard in coffee culture please apply below.

Line Chefs and Cooks

Nairobi Java House pride itself for being renowned as the home of fresh, quality food as well as a varied menu selection. 

If you are committed to maintaining our high standards of food presentation and preparation, we have opportunities for trained line chefs and cooks.

Branch Chefs
Nairobi Java House kitchens are some of the busiest kitchens in Kenya. 

We serve over 7,000 meals daily in our dozen restaurants.

We are looking to recruit, well trained and team oriented chefs to lead our various kitchens. 

If you think you have what it takes please apply below.

Branch Managers

As a branch manager/assistant branch manager, you will be responsible for the overall management of one of our restaurants.
 

If you want to be a part of the Java family, then apply below.
 

Experience is required

Drivers

We are looking for experienced drivers to support the logistics department of Nairobi Java House. 

As a 24/7 operation, we are looking to have drivers who are willing to work both day and night shifts for deliveries and staff movement. 

S/he must also have not less than 5 years similar experience with a clean driving record, and not less than one full year driving experience for a Mombasa based company. 

Successful candidates will be required to present a valid certificate of good conduct at the interview.

If you want to be a part of the Java family, then apply below.

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Nairobi Hospital Jobs in Kenya 2013

The Nairobi Hospital, a leading health care institution in Eastern Africa has excellent career opportunities for individuals who possess a passion for excellence, strong work ethic, are results oriented and committed to continual improvement. 

The successful candidates will be team players with the ability to effectively add value to a wide range of professionals and shape best practice.

Senior Registrars

Ref: HRD/SR/09/13
 

Opportunities are available in the specialisations of Internal Medicine, Obstetrics / Gynaecology, Radiology and Pathology. 

These are competitive full time positions and the successful candidates will be responsible for managing cases in their respective disciplines leading to specialist recognition by Kenya Medical
Practitioners and Dentists Board. 

Cross cutting duties include:

• Patient evaluation.
• Undertaking clinical procedures and examinations.
• Carrying out ward rounds with Consultants.
• Enhancing evidence based practice.
• Championing continuous quality improvement in clinical practise and service delivery.
• Participating in research, developing clinical protocols and facilitating CME.
• Mentoring medical officers and medical students in the clinics and wards.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Masters of Medicine in any of the listed specialist areas.
• Registration by the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentist Board.
• Possess professional indemnity.
• Sound diagnostic skills and judgment.
• Detail orientated.
• Good interpersonal relations.

Laundry Manager

Ref: HRD/LM /09/13
 

Reporting to the Operations Director, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following amongst others:

• Providing leadership to the Laundry Department.
• Ensuring efficient and cost effective operations in the provision of clean safe high quality linen.
• Liaising with user departments for acquisition and maintenance of optimal stock levels.
• Formulating and implement the linen control systems.
• Overseeing the department’s budgeting, purchasing and inventory control.
• Coordinating equipment PPM, servicing and repairs.
• Championing continual improvement in service delivery and departmental quality systems programs.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Certificate in Housekeeping and Laundry – Kenya Utalii College.
• Degree in business administration will be an added advantage.
• 7 years experience in a busy institutional laundry 4 of which should be in a supervisory role.

Human Resources Officer

Ref: HRD/HRO/09/13
 

Reporting to the Human Resources Manager, the successful candidate will be the HR Business Partner for the assigned division. 

Particular responsibilities include:

• Participating in developing actively in implementing all strategic and operational aspects of the HR Cycle across the Hospital. Providing advisory services to line managers on human capital issues e.g. staffing levels, recruitment, deployment, discipline, performance management, training and development, legislative and policy requirements.
• Providing guidance, counselling and advisory support to staff.
• Enabling effective grievance handling and dispute resolution.
• Participating in implementation of training and development programs.
• Working with line managers across the business disciplines to implement change management  programs.
• Fostering harmonious employee and industrial relations.
• Ensuring the all HR related costs for assigned divisions are within budget.
• Maintaining up to date staff records.
• Facilitating continual improvement of the Hospital’s HR policies and practices.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Bachelors Degree.
• Higher Diploma in Human Resources Management.
• Good knowledge of labour laws.
• At least 4 years solid generalist experience in a busy Human Resources Department.
• Effective advisory skills.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Member of IHRM.

Maintenance Supervisors

Ref: HRD/MS/09/13
 

Reporting to the Assistant Engineer – Plant, the successful candidates will be responsible for the following amongst others:

• Ensuring that all building structures, services, plant and machinery within the hospital are in a proper state to deliver safe and optimal output.
• Implementing effective planned preventative maintenance.
• Carrying out routine inspections to identify repair and maintenance needs
• Coordinating daily checklist updates to facilitate timely repairs and maintenance.
• Ensuring that work delivered by contracted external parties conforms to the required standards.
• Processing job requests to completion.
• Providing baseline data for weekly reports.
• Ensuring that the materials being received in the department is of the expected quality.
• Monitoring stock levels and ensuring timely order for consumables.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical/ Building and Civil Services Engineering.
• At least three (3) years relevant working experience.
• Demonstrable leadership skills.
• Effective analytical problem solving skills.
• Good communication and report writing skills.

Credit Officers

Ref: HRD/CO/09/12
 

Reporting to the Credit Controller, the successful candidates will participate in ensuring effective debt management for local and international 3rd party providers of various health schemes. Particular responsibilities include the following:-

• Coordinating debt administration and collection according to ledger allocation and set targets.
• Monitoring and taking appropriate action on accounts that have surpassed their limits.
• Ensuring timely discussion of status of accounts with corporate clients.
• Preparing and submitting specific provisions for doubtful debts.
• Preparing periodic write off schedules.
• Ensuring that all payments received are supported by accurate and complete supporting documents.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor of Commerce degree.
• CPA II or its equivalent.
• Certificate in Credit Management.
• 3 years experience in a busy credit department preferably in a service industry.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Strong negotiation skills.

Corporate Schemes Assistant

Ref: HRD/CSA/09/13
 

Reporting to the Corporate Schemes Officer, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following amongst others:

• Ensuring efficient and timely delivery of service to third-party clients and that third party support is available at the service points.
• Providing information to external and internal customers.
• Ensuring proper record keeping and maintaining an effective document handling system for the schemes
• Updating corporate schemes individual staff listing database.
• Arranging proper credit facilities, including renewals and terminations of accounts as they fall due.
• Identifying and solving problems affecting the third party clients to their satisfaction.
• Assisting third party patients who may need administrative assistance.
• Vetting and maintaining record of returns from corporate clients to confirm actual account status.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Diploma in Business Administration
• Degree will be an added advantage
• Computer literate
• Minimum 1 year experience in a busy credit department preferably in the service industry.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Theatre Technicians

Ref: HRD/TT/09/13
 

Reporting to the Charge Nurse Theatres, the successful candidates will be responsible for the following amongst others:

• Cleaning the operating rooms and equipment.
• Preparing theatre machines for surgery.
• Availing the necessary accessories for operations.
• Assisting in positioning patients before, during and after surgery.
• Ensuring that the operative lights, air conditioners and related items are regulated and in good working condition.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Anaesthetic Theatre Technician Certificate.
• Two years theatre experience.
• Good communication skills.
• Good organisational skills.

If your background, experience and competence match the above specifications, please send us your application quoting the reference. 

Include your current remuneration, testimonials and give full contact details of 3 referees to:
 

The Human Resources Manager
The Nairobi Hospital
P.O. Box 30026
Nairobi – 00100 

or recruitment@nbihosp.org

To be received not later than 3rd October 2013. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Riara Springs Girls High School Matron Job in Kenya

Riara Springs Girls High School

Position: Matron

Location: Nairobi

We seek a dynamic, motivated and hard working person to fill the position of a Matron.

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities
 

Ensure a clean, habitable  and homely hostel environment
 

Conduct regular inspections of the hostel premises and identify repair/maintenance needs
 

Effectively respond to medical emergencies according to established procedures
 

Maintain discipline and care in the use of the hostel facilities and boarding items
 

Conduct impromptu inspections of the girls’ lockers to ensure safety and security of the girls
 

Ensure discipline is maintained in the hostels
 

Prepare daily hostel situation reports and submit to the Deputy Principal

Requirements

• At least 3 years working experience; institutional experience is an added advantage
• KCSE mean grade of C+ or better
• Diploma in Housekeeping and Counseling skills from a reputable institution
• Must be computer literate
• Must be 35 years and above
• Nursing qualifications are an added advantage

Application Process

If you meet the above qualifications, please send your application and CV, including contacts of your referees to recruitment@riaraschools.ac.ke before Saturday, September 7th 2013. 

or click here to apply online

Only successful candidates will be invited for interviews.