Website: Website http://www.tamarind.co.ke

  • Shooter Girl

    Shooter Girl

    Responsibilities:

    Bringing alcoholic drinks to guests and make sure that guests are satisfied with those beverages
    Ensuring that customers’ needs are met and they have an excellent time
    Clean the server stations and keep an adequate supply of condiments at each one
    Enter sales in the bar’s POS system and give the guests their receipts
    Keep track of shots sold and money
    Ensure that the beverages have appropriate garnishes

    Who Are You?
    Required skills and Competencies:

    Should be young and energetic
    Form Four certificate or its equivalent
    At least 1 year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified preferably as a Shooter Girl or a Waitress
    Good oral and written communication skills
    Should have excellent interpersonal skills
    Ability to work well with others
    Should be able to keep track of orders and requests mentally and multitask between stations
    Needs good physical coordination so that they can handle many drinks at a time
    Adaptable to different bar environments
    Knowledge of wines, beer, and cocktails

    Due to the high volume of applications received only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

  • HR Assistant 

Porter

    HR Assistant Porter

    Job Responsibilities

    HR Administration: Oversee day to day HR administration e.g. leave, absence, records management, exits, preparation of employee letters, medical etc.
    Recruitment & Selection: Support managers in recruitment – developing job and person specification, preparing job adverts, shortlisting, interviewing, selecting candidates and induction
    Performance Management: Support managers in implementing a performance management system through monitoring employee performance and ensuring that all employees have a BSC and that performance appraisals are done on time and to the expected standards.
    Staff welfare: Work closely with management to implement disciplinary procedures, assist employees with work matters in order to improve work relationships.
    Payroll updates: Ensure accuracy and timeliness reporting of payroll data for all staff to the payroll coordinator in order to result to efficient payment of services.
    Reports: Prepare weekly management reports on progress, update HR trackers and suggest areas of improvement as appropriate.

    Qualifications

    Bachelor of Commerce; Human Resource Management; Business Administration; Bachelors of Arts Degree in Social Sciences from a recognized university or its equivalent
    A higher diploma in Human Resources Management.
    Minimum of 2 years relevant work experience.
    Knowledge of employment and Labour Laws
    Strong problem solving, organization and interpersonal skills
    High integrity and maintaining confidentiality

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  • Sales Manager (Corporate)

    Sales Manager (Corporate)

    Responsibilities

    Managing a portfolio of Corporate accounts
    Conducting regular Competition checks
    Handling the enquiries until conversion to definite bookings including negotiation, contracting, and site inspection before handing over to the Sales & Marketing Coordinator.
    Reviewing all major deliverables (i.e. strategic brief, function spec, tech spec, etc.) to ensure quality standards and client expectations are met.
    Building customer base by meeting with potential clients and showcasing TTH products & services
    Using an existing network of industry contacts to generate new business
    Pursuing opportunities for account growth and new business and engaging new clients aiming to generate new business
    Ensuring that client issues are dealt with in an efficient manner, the management of any problems that may arise.
    Any other duty as requested by the manager

    Job Qualifications

    Degree holder preferably in hospitality management or sales and marketing
    Proven Account Management skills required in order to create, maintain and enhance customer relationships
    Minimum 3 years of sales management experience
    Extremely detail oriented
    Technical competence (understand software, hardware, networks, etc.)
    Motivated, goal oriented, persistent and a skilled negotiator
    High level of initiative and work well in a team environment
    Excellent written and oral communication skills

  • Supervisor 

Credit Control Analyst 

Accounts Trainee 

Internal Audit Analyst 

MID program

    Supervisor Credit Control Analyst Accounts Trainee Internal Audit Analyst MID program

    Responsibilities

    Manage all areas of operations including service, wait staff, bartenders, while ensuring the restaurant’s standards of quality, service and operations are
    Manage operations during scheduled shifts that include, daily decision-making, staff support, guest interaction, scheduling, planning, and upholding quality product and service standards, as well as cleanliness.
    Train and develop all servers, bussers, and bartenders
    Identify operational opportunities to build sales and control costs and develop and implement those opportunities.
    Monitor and assist in daily, weekly, and, monthly inventory processes.
    Prepare end of shift reports to monitor all financial, inventory and cash-handling aspects of the operation.
    Supervising the floor during meal periods to ensure that all Tamarind Group standards and steps of service are met through all guests interactions

    Job Qualifications

    Diploma from an accredited college or university in Hotel management or equivalent in service industry
    Minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar role
    The ability to manage a team in a supervisory capacity
    Excellent interpersonal skills.
    Highly presentable with a pro-active approach to maintaining excellent customer service.
    Ability to respond effectively to changing demands.

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  • Hotel Operations Managers

    Hotel Operations Managers

    The Tamarind MID program, or Manager in Development Program, is a program in which talent is nurtured and guided into management positions.
    It is a 1-year intensive work and study program in which you will be taught all the fundamentals that will lead to you being a successful manager.
    Job Qualifications 

    Yes, if  you are a passionate and dedicated employee.
    Yes, if you are full of energy, drive and dedication to learning and growth.
    Yes if you are a natural leader, great motivator to those around you and excellent communicator.

    This challenging position offers you a chance to be part of our exceptional management team for our expanding company.
    We are looking for F&B and Hotel Operations Managers!

  • Waiters

    Waiters

    Starting date: Immediate.
    Responsibilities:

    Prepares mise-en-place for restaurant service.
    Ensures that the tables are well arranged and wiped before set-up is done.
    Ensures that the cutlery and crockery used by the guests are clean and properly polished.
    Ensures that all the sideboards are set well with all the items required.
    Sorts and polishes all menus before presenting them to the guests i.e. a la-Carte, dessert, beverage lists, cocktail cards and late night menus.
    Ensures that the glasses used for serving guests are clean and well-polished.
    Takes orders for food and beverage from guests, posts the same and serve accordingly.
    Informs and explains all the day’s specials and makes suggestions on food & beverage items to the guests.
    Ensures that the guest orders are served correctly as per the specifications
    Ensures that correct covers are provided for every specific food item ordered.
    Makes follow up on all orders posted.
    Keeps the guests informed of new developments in case of any delays.
    Ensures that the guests’ bills have the correct items served before presenting them.
    Ensures that all the bills opened in his/her station are settled.
    Any other duty assigned by management.

    Who Are You?
    Required skills and Competencies:

    Certificate, Diploma or Degree in Hospitality management or any related course
    At least 2 years Prior experience as a Waiter in a busy hotel
    Ability to multitask and attention to detail
    Superior customer service and people skills
    Knowledge of restaurant business operations
    Cross cultural sensitivity
    Teamwork / co-operation

    Are you interested in this position and do you meet the minimum requirements?

  • Front Office

    Front Office

    Starting date: Immediate.
    Responsibilities:

    Manage front desk operations by completing a checklist of important daily tasks, determining room and rate availability and making decisions that are in the best interest of the hotel.
    Prepare and conduct daily pre-shift meetings, communicate effectively with all team members and provide them with any information necessary to provide excellent customer service in accordance with TTH established guidelines.
    To monitor room status and discrepancies.
    Supervise the securing of external guest accommodation should an overbooking occur as per established TTH guidelines.
    Ensure that a detailed hand over is carried out between shifts.
    Supervise the preparation and co-ordination of group arrivals/departures.

    Job Qualifications
    Required skills and Competencies:

    High school graduate or equivalent experience.
    Hospitality certification is a plus
    2 years Front Office experience in the hospitality industry.
    1 year supervisory experience.

  • Sales Manager (Corporate) 

Sales Manager (Wholesale)

    Sales Manager (Corporate) Sales Manager (Wholesale)

    Responsibilities

    Managing a portfolio of Corporate accounts
    Conducting regular Competition checks Handling the enquiries until conversion to definite bookings including negotiation, contracting, and site inspection before handing over to the Sales & Marketing Coordinator.
    Reviewing all major deliverables (i.e. strategic brief, function spec, tech spec, etc.) to ensure quality standards and client expectations are met. Building customer base by meeting with potential clients and showcasing TTH products & services
    Using an existing network of industry contacts to generate new business
    Pursuing opportunities for account growth and new business and engaging new clients aiming to generate new business
    Ensuring that client issues are dealt with in an efficient manner, the management of any problems that may arise.
    Any other duty as requested by the manager

    Who Are You?
    Required skills and Competencies:

    Degree holder preferably in hospitality management or sales and marketing
    Proven Account Management skills required in order to create, maintain and enhance customer relationships
    Minimum 3 years of sales management experience
    Extremely detail oriented
    Technical competence (understand software, hardware, networks, etc.)
    Motivated, goal oriented, persistent and a skilled negotiator
    High level of initiative and work well in a team environment
    Excellent written and oral communication skills

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  • Information Systems Auditor

    Information Systems Auditor

    Unit: Tamarind Central Cervices
    Starting date: Immediate.
    Responsibilities:
    Information Systems Auditor

    Reviews internal controls throughout the company by evaluating the adequacy of system controls
    Evaluate areas of the company where systems are installed and making sure that all the safety methods are being adhered to
    Ensure that the systems of the company are in perfect working order
    Assists to plan and execute internal audit procedures
    Maintains and develops computerized audit software
    Assists in the auditing of new and existing information systems
    Drafts written reports and audit findings and presents to management.
    Identifying the weaknesses in a systems network and creating an action plan to prevent security breaches
    Suggests enhancements in controls, policies and procedures
    Follows up on audit findings to ensure that management has taken corrective action
    Performing any other duties assigned from time to time

    Who Are You?
    Required Skills and Competencies:

    Degree in Business Information Technology
    2-3 years’ experience in hospitality industry
    Knowledge of general accounting principles
    Should be conversant with restaurant / hotel auditing policies, standards, and procedures
    Should have knowledge of computer systems development and programming
    Should have food communication skills

    How to Apply

  • Assembly Person 

Kitchen Steward 

Waiter/Waitress 

Cook 

Supervisor 

Restaurant Manager 

Bartender 

Cashier

    Assembly Person Kitchen Steward Waiter/Waitress Cook Supervisor Restaurant Manager Bartender Cashier

    Job Responsibilities

    The Fire starter is responsible to the Kitchen Supervisor for preparation and assembly of all menu items for Roast.
    Put together product according to specifications.
    Ensure fresh stock are available all the time
    Maintain high degree of cleanliness at the station and equipment
    Ensure that all the sauces, salad dressings, side dishes and soups are freshly prepared in accordance with the recipes
    Ensure that the kitchen equipment is well maintained and rationally utilized
    Ensure that the main kitchen, wash up, server and grill are kept clean and tidy at all times

    Job Qualifications

    Diploma or certificate in Hospitality management or any related course.
    2 years’ experience in the Hospitality industry.
    Excellent communication skills.
    Excellent sales and customer service skills
    Passionate about food, beverage and customer service.

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