Career Openings at Fairmont Hotels & Resorts

What's in it for you

• You will enroll in the workplace pension scheme
• Private medical insurance as per Hotel offering
• Be part of creating the historic story of rehabilitating and releasing the rare Mountain Bongo that was heading toward extinction.
• Working with a hotel rich in history and known for exemplary services while growing your career
• Employee Benefits Card offering discounted rates in Accor Worldwide
• Learning programs through our Academies
• Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world!
• Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility Activities, like Planet 21.

What will you be doing

• Ensure consistency in the preparation of all food items for a la carte and buffet menus according to hotel recipes and standards
• Actively share ideas, opinions and suggestions in daily shift briefings
• Ensure all team members are aware of standards and expectations of operations
• Work closely with chefs to keep open lines of communication regarding guest feedback
• Continually strive to improve food preparation and presentations
• Maintain proper rotation of product in all chillers to minimize wastage/spoilage
• Have full knowledge of all menu items, daily features and promotions
• Ensure the cleanliness and maintenance of all work areas, utensils, and equipment
• Follow the Kitchen SOPS ensure they are adhered to
• Follow all safety and sanitation policies when handling and preparing food
• Other duties as assigned

We invite you to bring your eye for detail, passion for cooking and join our incredibly talented pastry team as we bring creativity and passion to the culinary section at Fairmont Mount Kenya Safari Club.

Your experience and skills include

• 3  years’ culinary management experience in a luxury hotel or large kitchen environment
• Previous experience in a 5 star or Premium hotel in a similar position
• Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times
• Possess strong leadership, organization, time management & communication skills
• Strong skills in visual presentation of food, keep up to date with culinary trends and plating styles
• Works well with others, demonstrates good team spirit with an open mind

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What's in it for you:

• You will enroll in the workplace pension scheme
• Private medical insurance as per Hotel offering
• Be part of creating the historic story of rehabilitating and releasing the rare Mountain Bongo that was heading toward extinction.
• Working with a hotel rich in history and known for exemplary services while growing your career
• Employee Benefits Card offering discounted rates in Accor Worldwide
• Learning programs through our Academies
• Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world!
• Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility Activities, like Planet 21.

What will you be doing

• Assists the Pastry Chef in the production, preparation and presentation of all food Items to ensure highest food quality at all times.
• Preparing quality pastry items such as: breakfast breads and pastries, desserts, breads, ice creams, sorbets, creams, ganache, amenities, displays and centerpieces, and special guest requests
• Actively share ideas, opinions and suggestions to improve the environment and menus
• Ensure consistency in the preparation of all food items according to hotel recipes and standards
• Assist with the training and development of junior team members, including interns
• Assists in development and implementing standards, Recipes, Portion size and costing.
• Ensure the pastry section food safety and hygiene requirements are followed
• Any other job tasks that may be assigned

Your experience and skills include

• 2 years previous experience in a similar role
•  Previous experience in a 5 star or Premium hotel in a similar position
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced environment
• Ability to work cohesively and collectively as part of a team
• Excellent planning & Organizational skills
• A creative approach to the production of high-quality foods and knowledge of bakery

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What's in it for you

• Private medical insurance as per Hotel offering
• Be part of creating the historic story of rehabilitating and releasing the rare Mountain Bongo that was heading toward extinction.
• Working with a hotel rich in history and known for exemplary services while growing your career
• Employee Benefits Card offering discounted rates in Accor Worldwide
• Learning programs through our Academies
• Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world!
• Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility Activities, like Planet 21.

What will you be doing:

Showcase excellent leadership and interpersonal skills and passionate about delivering an exceptional guest experience.

• Monitor and ensure the Food and Beverage service operations are running smoothly
• Assist with scheduling, development and overall co-ordination of the department.
• Champion on job learning for team members that cover; cost control, inventory, service professionalism, grooming, service quality as well as SOPS training amongst others are conducted.
• Ensure that the Food & Beverage team deliver exceptional & professional guest service at all times
• Work with all departments to ensure that service times are adhered to

We invite you to bring your exceptional skills and passion to our hotel and help create unforgettable dining experience for our guests as the Food and Beverage Supervisor. We are all about turning moments into memories for our guests and colleagues here at our Hotel.

Your experience and skills include:

• 3 years’ experience within the Food, Beverage and Conference sector.
• College Diploma in Hotel Management or related field
• Previous experience in Food & Beverage/Restaurant operation in a  5 star or premium property
• Passion for leadership and teamwork
• A passion for sequence of service and a desire to create an amazing experience for every single guest
• Excellent leadership & training skills
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
• Up to date with current trends

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What is in it for you:

• Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide
• Learning programs through our Academies and the opportunity to earn qualifications while you work
• Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world!
• Ability to make a difference in the local community through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities, like Planet 21

   What you will be doing:

• Oversee the Food & Beverage operations of the Hotel.
• Ensure that our Food and Beverage team is always highly motivated to create amazing moments for our guests and employees.
• Be entrepreneurial and think beyond the boundaries.
• Create, encourage and implement revenue generating ideas.
• Provide service that is sincere, warm and enthusiastic while you take the time to get to know the guests and be committed to service excellence.
• Lead, mentor and train the Food & Beverage Operations team.
• Ensure Food & Beverage relevant brand standards are maintained.
• Strategize on new products and service offerings.
• Create unforgettable experiences for our guests.

  Your experience and skills include:

• Proven Food and Beverage Operational experience in Restaurant, Banquet and Bar Management.
• Excellent computer knowledge and skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to budget and forecast monthly and annually.
• Up to date with Food and Beverages trends as well as best practices.
• Ability to manage personnel and meet financial targets.
• Bachelors degree in Food Service Management or related field
• Minimum experience of  10years in Food & Beverage.