Giraffe Ark Lodge Food and Beverage Manager Job in Nyeri Kenya

Giraffe Ark Lodge is a serene sanctuary that graces the famous plains of Kieni in Nyeri County and is strategically placed between the majestic Aberdare Ranges to the south and the imposing snowcapped Mt.Kenya to the North.

The Lodge is a travelers’ haven located just three hours’ drive or a 15 minute flight from Nairobi. Giraffe ark is a rich fusion of Pan African, Western, Oriental, and Arabian themes with a homely atmosphere.
 

The lodge seeks qualified, self-driven, innovative, energetic and go getter individuals for various positions existing within its ranks.
 

Food and Beverage Manager
 

Number Required: 1
 

Job Overview: The position holder will be in charge of controlling and co-ordinating all Food and Beverage operations to the highest standards.
 

General Responsibilities

• Achievement of budgeted food sales, beverage sales, labour costs and profitability.
• Completion of Customer Follow-up calls on a timely basis.
• Timely analysis of Food & Beverage Prices in relation to competition.
• Participation and input towards F&B Marketing activities.
• Entertainment of potential and existing customers.
• Preparation of Sales Promotions & Mailings.
• Competitive analysis every six months by calling competition and gathering data such as banquet kits, room rental rates, etc.
• Telemarketing to previous clients to inquire about possible future bookings.
• Development and maintenance of all department control procedures.
• Handle all Food & Beverage inquiries and ensure timely follow up on the same business day.
• To confirm all details relative to group functions with meeting/banquet planners.
• Maintain and uphold Hotel credit policies.
• Directly responsible for large function billings and overseeing medium/small function billings with particular regard to accuracy and timeliness (48 hours)
• Ensuring that evaluation forms accompany all invoices.
• Completion and review of monthly forecast.
• Attendance and participation at weekly F & B meeting and Department Head meeting.
• Assist in menu planning and pricing in liaison with the Chefs.
• Perform any other duties as allocated by the lodge manager from time to time.

How to Apply

If you meet the said requirements and are passionate enough to build a career in the hospitality industry, please send your application in confidence by email attaching your detailed latest CV to:
 

The Recruiter

eMail: recruit.esquire@gmail.com     
 

NB: Clearly state your current and expected salary in your application. 

Closing date for applications is Friday, 14th November, 2014. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview.

Anchor group of companies is an equal opportunity employer.