JOB DETAILS:
Due to Work Permit restrictions this vacancy is open to Tanzanians only. Please only apply if you are Tanzanian and have 4-5 years of Finance management experience in hotel or tourism industry
It will be based in Central Serengeti so will require relocation.
Basic purpose:
Responsible for safeguarding the hotel assets and financial resources to ensure that all are utilized to maximize hotel profitability. Provide timely and accurate financial information and counsel to hotel senior management and ensure that the hotel operates within all related local and corporate policies and procedures and under the terms of the Management Agreement.
Essential functions:
1. To assist the Director of Finance in the administration of all financial aspects of the Lodge and Saba Saba operation,
2. To ensure that all local and corporate policies and procedures are observed, and to supervise the day-to-day operation of the Accounting office.
3. Continuously deliver the highest level of product with respect to financial reporting and analysis, internal control compliance and business management.
4. Ensure this is done with both integrity and accuracy.
5. Ensure that bank accounts are opened in consultation with owners with a bank of strong financial standing and if local rating services are available, they should be utilized for verification of financial strength.
6. Ensure all cheques are signed only by authorized parties and that positive pay and positive payee is in place on all bank accounts (where available) and that source documents are approved by one member of Group B.
7. Ensure the preparation of a comprehensive monthly report of the entire financial results of the hotel in established corporate formats and in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.
8. Effectively advocate Finance Department programs and policies to Planning Committee, Department Heads and employee groups.
9. Monitor the status of Accounts Receivable aging and billing collections to achieve company standards.
10. Maintain files on all contracts, leases and agreements and ensure compliance with their requirements; ensure proper authorization has been obtained for all hotel specific contracts (including Engineering), leases and other agreements and competitive bids are on file where applicable and reviewed prior to execution of contract.
11. As applicable, ensure compliance with all loan covenants and the balance of long-term debt is accurate and agrees to all supporting documentation and verified when payments are made.
12. As appropriate, based on the hotel's accounting on behalf of owners, interest accruals on long-term debt may be recorded on the hotel's books; the Director of Finance should ensure accuracy of the unpaid balance and applicable interest rate, and accrue the expense to the Interest Expense line item and record the corresponding liability in the Accrued Interest liability account.
13. Ensure that monthly reconciliations for all balance sheet accounts are prepared and signed off on in accordance with policy.
14. Review and sign off on all bank reconciliations monthly, paying special attention to reconciling items. Continuously strive for improvement of processes and efficiency.
JOB DETAILS:
Basic purpose
• Responsible for supervision of cleanliness and sanitation in F&B and Service areas and stores, to ensure the employees adhere to HACCP regulations. Maintain and manage the good condition of the F&B equipment as well as plan, purchase, store, issuing and check the breakage of all the small kitchen equipment, F&B silver, china and glass inventory. Participate on the budgeting process and check the cost of responsible accounts.
Essential functions
• To supervise stewards on duty on various shifts.
• Clean and sanitize china, glass, and flatware using the dishwashing machine; load and unload dishware and flatware from dishwashing machine and store properly.
• Clean and sanitize all kitchen areas and equipment.
• Safely utilize and store all cleaning compounds, chemicals, and materials including soaking solution utilizing the correct protective clothing.
• Organize work assignments, make recommendations in regards to training, performance evaluations, and discipline for stewards.
• Support all F&B departments to be supplied by operating equipment and cleaning supplies, Concentrates on the physical operation of the department and be responsible for the smooth running of the whole operation.
• Take all necessary actions to reduce the loss of silverware/flatware, glass and chinaware.
• Meet with the Chef of the day to check their requirements for the day and the next day interns of the event preparation.
• Conduct walk-through to prevent the maintenance work and coordinate with Engineering.
• Implement and maintain a waste management/recycling strategy to ensure that the highest level of achievement is obtained in environmental commitments and compliance with local laws/, communication with the waste company.
• Manage the purchase orders, receiving, storing and issuing of the F&B operating and cleaning equipment, responsible for the budget and cost control, inventory, annual requirements, par stock check.
• Comply with Four Seasons’ Category One and Category Two Work Rules and Standards of Conduct as set forth in Employee handbook.
• Work harmoniously and professionally with co-workers and supervisors.
• Assist chefs in setting up/breaking down buffets and live stations within the lodge and at Bush functions.
• Maintain and ensure cleanness of Amani Café (Staff Restaurant).
• Collect trash from all kitchen outlets to be sorted and disposed appropriately (recycling, landfill and incinerator).
• Responsible for the receiving of chemicals and other cleaning supplies.
• Responsible for fumigation process overnight. Ensure cleaning of steward buggy is maintained in hygiene state. Responsible for the monthly inventory of cleaning supplies and operating equipment inventory.
• To assist the Hygiene Manager in the process of SGS auditing & inter audits.
• To conduct and assist in training of colleague.
• To ensure that incinerator area is tidy and that steward is performing tasks are carried as specified.
• In order to maintain our Four Seasons service, when required, you will be expected to support your colleagues in the other operational areas.
• Ensure you are fully familiar with the new Four Seasons Health & Safety program Lead with Care and attend all the mandatory trainings and meetings .
Other Functions:
• To attend meeting when required to hold daily briefing. Assist kitchen team with daily task.
Basic Purpose:
• Responsible for supervision of cleanliness and sanitation in F&B and Service areas and stores, to ensure the employees adhere to HACCP regulations. Maintain and manage the good condition of the F&B equipment as well as plan, purchase, store, issuing and check the breakage of all the small kitchen equipment, F&B silver, china and glass inventory. Participate on the budgeting process and check the cost of responsible accounts.
Essential Functions:
• To supervise stewards on duty on various shifts.
• Clean and sanitize china, glass, and flatware using the dishwashing machine;
• Load and unload dishware and flatware from dishwashing machine and store properly.
• Clean and sanitize all kitchen areas and equipment’s.
• Safely utilize and store all cleaning compounds, chemicals, and materials including soaking solution utilizing the correct protective clothing.
• Organize work assignments, make recommendations in regards to training, performance evaluations, and discipline for stewards.
• Support all F&B departments to be supplied by operating equipment and cleaning supplies, Concentrates on the physical operation of the department and be responsible for the smooth running of the whole operation.
• Take all necessary actions to reduce the loss of silverware/flatware, glass and chinaware.
• Meet with the Chef of the day to check their requirements for the day and the next day interns of the event preparation.
• Conduct walk-through to prevent the maintenance work and coordinate with Engineering.
• Implement and maintain a waste management/recycling strategy to ensure that the highest level of achievement is obtained in environmental commitments and compliance with local laws/, communication with the waste company.
• Manage the purchase orders, receiving, storing and issuing of the F&B operating and cleaning equipment, responsible for the budget and cost control, inventory, annual requirements, par stock check. Comply with Four Seasons’ Category One and Category Two Work Rules and Standards of Conduct as set forth in Employee handbook.
• Work harmoniously and professionally with co-workers and supervisors.
• Assist chefs in setting up/breaking down buffets and live stations within the lodge and at Bush functions
• Maintain and ensure cleanness of Amani Café (Staff Restaurant) Collect trash from all kitchen outlets to be sorted and disposed appropriately (recycling, landfill and incinerator)
• Responsible for the receiving of chemicals and other cleaning supplies.
• Responsible for fumigation process overnight.
• Ensure cleaning of steward buggy is maintained in hygiene state.
• Responsible for the monthly inventory of cleaning supplies and operating equipment inventory. To assist the Hygiene Manager in the process of SGS auditing & inter audits.
• To conduct and assist in training of colleague.
• To ensure that incinerator area is tidy and that steward is performing tasks are carried as specified.
• In order to maintain our Four Seasons service, when required, you will be expected to support your colleagues in the other operational areas.
• Ensure you are fully familiar with the new Four Seasons Health & Safety program Lead with Care and attend all the mandatory trainings and meetings
• All the mandatory trainings and meetings
Other Functions:
• To attend meeting when required to hold daily briefing. Assist kitchen team with daily task.
JOB DETAILS:
About:
Four Seasons Serengeti is perched on a series of elevated platforms and walkways, our Lodge sits next to an animal watering hole, where you can watch a family of elephants stop for their morning drink as you sip your own out on your room’s private balcony. Under the constant protection of local Maasai tribes people, we’ll take you in the bush for an exhilarating game drive, or you can soar high in the sky on a hot-air balloon safari.
Essential functions:
1. Coordinate the selection, training, development, and evaluation of employees and managers in the kitchen through effective management and leadership to ensure that established standards are met; by long-range strategic planning for outlet operation.
2. Assist in the planning and development of menus for the hotel; ensure the correct preparation and presentation of a consistent level for all food items prepared through production and demonstration.
3. Control labor and operating expenses through effective scheduling, budgeting, purchasing decisions and inventory control.
4. Ensure that sanitation standards as set forth by Four Seasons and local regulations are in compliance as well as the cleanliness and organization of the kitchen.
5. Set up control systems which will assure quality and portion consistency and the ability to create proper purchasing specifications as well as monitor and review operating criteria and develop an awareness of the importance of food preparation and quality.
6. Displays warmth, care and genuine enthusiasm when dealing with guests and internal customers; lives the Golden Rule.
7. Communicates effectively with staff and ensure they are fully briefed at all times
8. Maintains organized administration of departmental and personnel records, including rostering, leave planning and employee feedback.
9. Ensures employees adhere to the code of conduct and grooming & hygiene standards as specified in the employee handbook.
10. Conducts daily briefing and monthly departmental meeting (with minutes copied to division head) and participates in meetings when invited
11. Participates in recruitment & selection of kitchen staff and provides regular and fair performance feedback to employees, formally and informally as appropriate
12. Is seen as a hands-on leader, assists employees in crunch times; Walks the talk
13. Maintains a clean and orderly work area and ensures tools & equipment are well maintained and in sufficient supply
14. Communicate with employees and managers to ensure operational needs are met as well as attend regular operational meetings to ensure effective coordination and cooperation between departments.
15. Comply with Four Seasons’ Category One and Category Two Work Rules and Standards of Conduct as set forth in the Employee handbook.
16. Work harmoniously and professionally with co-workers.
Education:
• A college degree preferably specializing in hotel/restaurant management or culinary arts, or equivalent experience is required
Experience:
• Two to five years of previous management experience in multiple culinary/food & beverage department head levels.
Skills and Abilities:
1. Requires a working technical knowledge of the Division as well as Four Seasons standards, policies, and standard operating procedures. Working knowledge is generally learned on the job.
2. Requires the ability to operate Computer Equipment and other food & Beverage Computer systems.
3. Requires the ability to operate and utilize culinary production equipment and tools. Requires Reading, Writing and oral proficiency in the English language.