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  • Posted: Mar 7, 2018
    Deadline: Jun 5, 2018
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    The Fairmont Norfolk is a historic hotel in Nairobi, Kenya and is owned by the luxury hotel chain, Fairmont Hotels and Resorts. The hotel has 170 rooms, 4 restaurants, and consists of 5 main blocks, each ranging from 1 to 2 stories high. The hotel has a signature Tudor style of architecture that has been maintained since its original construction.
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    Banquet Manager

    Job description

    Engaging service, delicious cuisine and distinctive surroundings make every special event at Fairmont Hotels & Resorts a truly memorable affair. As Banquet Manager, you will liaise between multiple departments to ensure the success of every group function – and model exceptional service and leadership skills among your team.
    Hotel Overview: With magnificent views of majestic Mount Kenya, the Fairmont Mount Kenya Safari Club resorts 120 luxuriously appointed hotel rooms, set in over 100 acres of landscaped gardens, offer a unique blend of comfort, relaxation and adventure. Originally the retreat of movie star and club founder William Holden, the clubs illustrious former members have included Winston Churchill and Bing Crosby.

    Summary Of Responsibilities

    Reporting to the Food & Beverage Manager, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:

    • Consistently offer professional, friendly and engaging service
    • Lead and manage the Banquet team in all aspects of the department and ensure service standards are followed
    • Address guest concerns and react quickly and professionally
    • Train Supervisors in the absence of a trainer
    • Balance operational, administrative and Colleague needs
    • Conduct regularly scheduled departmental meetings
    • Work closely with the Culinary and Stewarding team to ensure all banquetmeeting requirements are in place
    • Work with the Conference Services & Catering department to ensure that revenues and guest satisfaction levels are maximized
    • Manage the departmental budget
    • Follow outlet policies, procedures and service standards
    • Follow all safety and sanitation policies when handling food and beverage
    • Other duties as assigned

    Qualifications

    • Previous leadership experience in food & beverage required
    • Computer literate in Microsoft Window applications required
    • University/College degree in a related discipline preferred
    • Excellent communication and organizational skills
    • Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities
    • Highly responsible & reliable
    • Ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced environment
    • Ability to work cohesively as part of a team
    • Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times

    Visa Requirements: Eligible to work in Kenya

    Method of Application

    Interested and qualified? Go to Fairmont Hotels & Resorts on frhi.taleo.net to apply

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