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Receptionist 5 star world class boutique hotel Hermanus

Location: Hermanus

I’m currently in search of an outstanding candidate for a Receptionist appointment at this very exclusive, 5 Star hotel in Hermanus.

This is a world class property who has won many local and international awards over the years. This hotel is situated in a beautiful location. I’m in search of somebody who is passionate about hospitality and exceeding guests expectations. The ideal candidate would have worked in a 5 star hotel environment.

I’m looking for persons who are comfortable dealing with high profile guests, somebody who enjoys going the extra mile to create an amazing experience for our guests, a position that is challenging yet so rewarding.

You will be required to work shifts and on weekends.
This is a live-out position

Only South African residents/citizens applications will be considered.
Please forward your detailed CV, a clear face photograph and 2 contactable references with your application.

Receptionist 5 Star World Class Boutique Hotel Franschoek

Location: Franschoek

I’m currently in search of an outstanding candidate for a Receptionist appointment at this very exclusive, 5 Star boutique hotel in Franschoek.

This is a world class property who has won many local and international awards. This hotel is situated in a beautiful location. I’m in search of somebody who is passionate about hospitality and exceeding guests expectations. The ideal candidate would have worked in a 5 star hotel environment.

I’m looking for persons who are comfortable dealing with high profile guests, somebody who enjoys going the extra mile to create an amazing experience for our guests, a position that is challenging yet so rewarding.

You will be required to work shifts and on weekends.
This is a live-out position

Only South African residents/citizens applications will be considered.
Please forward your detailed CV, a clear face photograph and 2 contactable references with your application.

General Manager Nairobi

Location: Kenya, Nairobi

I am search of a General Manager for a 4 star property in Nairobi, with close proximity to the City Center, Nairobi Entertainment Venues, Jomo Kenyatta Int Airport and Government and Diplomat offices.

Conference facilities for 250 pax. 170 Air conditioned rooms and 4 Executive suites.Gym, swimming pool and excellent guest amenities.

OBJECTIVES

To provide overall leadership, guidance, and direction to the hotel management teams to ensure Smooth, prompt, and efficient operations

MAIN TASKS

Monitors the performance of the hotel through verification and analysis of guest satisfaction systems and financial reports and initiates corrective action.

Ensures hotel implementation and compliance of policies and Standard Operating Procedures

Analyzes monthly statement of operations and prepares written comments regarding the monthly statement of operations for the Directors’ review

Organizes, conducts, and/or participates in scheduled meetings held throughout the hotel. Coordinates efforts to provide follow up on action items established at each meeting.

Ensure efficient operations and cost control of all hotel Departments and facilities.

Prepares financial reports for management that clearly explain operational effectiveness, trends and variances

Reviews forecasts and balanced scorecard. Directs hotel actions in maximizing profitability, increasing service levels and improving staff satisfaction

Participates in sales and marketing strategy meetings. Participates in efforts to secure business, as needed.

Facilitates hotel meetings (i.e. Executive Committee; Staff Meetings; All staff Members Meetings, etc

Ensures that events and conferences run smoothly and properly.

Inspect property and services to ensure compliance with licensing laws, health and safety and other statutory regulations.

ASSET CONTROL MANAGEMENT AND MAINTENANCE

To ensure proper care and control of property, equipment and materials

REVENUE & PROFIT TARGETS

To seek opportunities to maximize revenue for the hotel.

QUALITY ADHERENCE

Product and Service quality, operational efficiency, and guest satisfaction,

PEOPLE MANAGEMENT

Acquisition, Development and Promotion of knowledge skills and abilities

SPECIFIC JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that he or she can perform the essential functions of the job.

Ability to perform critical analysis

Ability to manage extensive amounts of information and provides constructive feedback/direction.

Extensive knowledge of hotel operations, Food & Beverage, Front Office, and hotel financial processes and analysis.

Ability to effectively deal with owners, customers and staff members, some of whom will require high levels of patience, tact and diplomacy.

Excellent written skills sufficient to produce communications that properly reflects the Hotel image.

Excellent oral communication and presentation skills

Considerable ability to listen effectively.

Ability to work effectively both independently and as a team.

Ability to delegate manages and organizes projects and establishes priorities consistent with company objectives.

Ability to manage multiple projects, meet and work effectively under time and resource constraints

Ability to effectively lead team of professionals.

QUALIFICATION STANDARDS EDUCATION (Minimum)

Four-year college degree preferred. .

Computer literate

Conversant with Fidelio Systems

EXPERIENCE

Requires substantial and successful track record in reputable hotel operations

Leadership experience; preferably 3 years or more.

Hotel general management experience is essential.

Proven track record of successes in achieving revenue and service objectives.

Proven ability to recruit, motivate and train a team of professionals.

If this sounds like a challenge you would be interested in pursuing please
forward me your CV with details of two contactable references and a clear
face photograph. ONLY send your CV if you meet the requirements above.

Receptionist 5 star world class boutique hotel Hermanus

Location: Hermanus

I’m currently in search of an outstanding candidate for a Receptionist appointment at this very exclusive, 5 Star hotel in Hermanus.

This is a world class property who has won many local and international awards over the years. This hotel is situated in a beautiful location. I’m in search of somebody who is passionate about hospitality and exceeding guests expectations. The ideal candidate would have worked in a 5 star hotel environment.

I’m looking for persons who are comfortable dealing with high profile guests, somebody who enjoys going the extra mile to create an amazing experience for our guests, a position that is challenging yet so rewarding.

You will be required to work shifts and on weekends.
This is a live-out position

Only South African residents/citizens applications will be considered.
Please forward your detailed CV, a clear face photograph and 2 contactable references with your application.

Chef/ Spar Therapist Couple for World Class Exclusive Private Game Reserve, Limpopo

Location: Hoedspruit Kruger National Park

I am in search of a couple for this World Class, superior, luxury private Game Reserve adjacent to the Kruger National Park.

I am looking for the follwing skills set.

He, to be on a Sous Chef level employed as the Exec Chefs Deputy. I am in search of an innovative and talented Chef that has previous 5 star experience in a similar property. I am in search of a pro-active, energetic chef that can lead from the front and communicate with confidence with our high profile guests.

She, this is a great position as covers a variety of functions, the ideal candidate will have experience in Spa, Front of House, Hosting with strong Food and Beverage service excellence skills. Again the candidate must have worked in a similar 5 star property, must be confident with strong communication skills and passionate about Hospitality.

This is one of the finest properties in Africa and the appointment will be great on any CV. If this sounds like a challenge you are ready for please send me your CV, with details of two contactable references and a clear face photograph on each CV.

Executive PA to Director

Location: Illovo JHB

A Superb and challenging opportunity to work closely with my client, a Mining Business Director in Johannesburg.

This appointment requires exceptional support skills with the emphasis on Diary management, Travel arrangement, Event management and a high level of numeracy and literacy.

I am in search of a candidate that has previous experience as a PA, somebody that has excellent interpersonal skills, and is career driven and works well under pressure.

Job Functions include but not limited to;

Management of the CEO’s diary and appointments
Help CEO manage output, workflow and office deadlines
Take and relay accurate and timely messages from telephone callers, and answer queries where possible
Collect and open all mail addressed to the CEO
Take minutes for all meetings.
Draft, type and dispatch all the CEO’s correspondence.
Liaise with relevant individuals, external organizations etc to arrange meetings, prepare agendas and draft minutes

Impliment and Maintain a comprehensive filing system
Co-ordinate CEO’s travel
Tabulate and retrieve CEO’s official expenditures and claims
Undertake any other duties as requested by the CEO

If this sounds like a challenge you are ready for and you have the experience and motivation to carry out such an appointment, I’d like to hear from you. Please send me a detailed CV with details of two contactable references and a clear face photograph.

Executive Chef Ngorongoro Crater Tanzania

Location: Tanzania

This extremely comfortable and ‘top end lodge’ is one of the best known and highly prized in Tanzania. Architecturally an unusual blend of ethnic West Africa and lavish renaissance Europe.

Guests can anticipate the highest levels of service, including private butler service in their lavish suites, roll top baths filled with rose petals, decadent lounges and fine dining, all to complement the astounding views of the crater.

This position directly manages the kitchens of this world class property – including Scullery, Cold & Hot Section, Baking and Canteen, as well as regional training when required.

OUTPUTS:

GUESTS & TRADE PARTNERS

Creative Bush Banqueting

Quality and quantity of snacks to be checked

Presentation as discussed and according to Styling Guide

Up to date food styling

All food going out to guests at any time to be checked by chef

Chef to check all meals at each camp at least 3 times per week

Bush banqueting, drink stops, picnics etc to have checklists, host, etc

Rain- (and weather) management plan in place

Always be approachable, innovative and able to work unsupervised

Be aware of & make your chefs aware of special dietary needs

When special dietary Guests arrive at the lodge ensure that either yourself or another chef meets the Guest before their first meal to establish their requirements.

Advising lodge managers on new ideas for guest delight.

PEOPLE

Responsible for training chefs & implementing kitchen standards.

Good communications with: All chefs; All camp managers; HOD’s, Lodge Manager and suppliers

Good administration of personnel files of all kitchen staff

Good discipline and fair treatment: Exec Chef to be a Role Model

Canteen menu and incorporating positive health living

Good interaction with Guests, Food Fundis and other & Beyond Chefs: Invite feedback, exchange ideas; be suggestion-friendly; share experience

Good Teamwork to be promoted

Have Fun and be Flexible

Train chefs on how to cost a menu, kitchen controls and waste management.

Train chefs on how to present the food to the guests (stories about local produce, flavours, interactive etc.)

Development of staff to increase their individual skills and ensure promotion when possible.

Regional training of chefs when required.

PROCESS

Kitchen Hygiene standards set high

Correct chemicals and sufficient cleaning materials to be in stock at all times

Good stock controls and stock rotation

Strict food costs and continued cost cutting initiatives with local suppliers

Responsible for all food orders, storerooms and fridge and deepfreezes

Left-over management: left-overs to be discussed and processed every day

Management of empty containers and Tupper wares to and from camps

Checklists of all items going to camps in place

Minimise traffic through kitchen

All fridges and refrigerators and storerooms to be kept locked or keys to be left with an accountable Chef.

Canteens organised

Working with the procurement committee in Arusha and Nicolene in South Africa to source new produce.

Liaise with lodges and procurement to address issues with orders and refine supply chain.

MONEY

Proactive Maintenance

Advising lodge managers on equipment necessary to improve the kitchens.

What your manager expects from you:

1. Ask questions when unsure

2. Know your job and responsibilities

3. Be feedback fit

4. Know your priorities

5. Be a positive influence on the team

What your team expect from you:

1. Open and honest Communication

2. Fun!

3. Constructive feedback and input

4. Support and training

5. Living the &Beyond values

PREVIOUS WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

At least 3+ years Exec Chef experience

Passion for kitchen management – including all kitchen administration, general hygiene and people management

Passion for training staff, creating fabulous food, and new ideas

Sous Chef World Class Luxury Safari Camp Zimbabwe

Location: Zimbabwe

I am now recruiting a Sous Chef for this luxurious world class privately owned bush camp in Zimbabwe.

If you are Zimbabwean and wish to return home and earn excellent money, if you are completely passionate about delivering world class cuisine I would like to hear from you.

I am in search of Chefs that are equally as strong in the pastry section, the hot section and the larder.

This is a super job opportunity in the most magnificent private bush camp.

Please send me your CV with a clear face photograph and contact details of two contactable references

Restaurant Manager Exclusive Boutique Hotel and leading Restaurant

Location: North West of JHB

I’m in search of an outstanding Restaurant Manager for this World Class leading South African Restaurant based in the North West of Johannesburg.

One of the leading Restaurants in the Country the Ideal Candidate will have 5 years experience in a Management position with extremely strong focus on ‘front of house’ but with ‘back of house’ experience knowledge and experience too.

This person will have fine dining experience with great Sommelier and food and wine pairing expertise. Somebody who leads from the front and is really passionate about the ‘guest experience’.

Only South African Resident’s will be considered.

Please send me your CV with a clear face photograph and details of two contactable references.

Commi Chef Hot Section ‘One of the top 10 restuarants in the country’

Location: North West of JHB

I’m now recruiting a Commi Chef in the Hot section for one of the top restaurants in the country. A fantastic opportunity exists for somebody who is extremely talented, driven and absolutely passionate about his/her chosen career.

If you’d like to gain experience working with an award winning chef in this fine dining, award winning Restaurant, I’d like to hear from you.

Salary R4500

Only South African Citizens need apply

Please send your CV and a clear face photograph with details of contactable references.