UNES Secretary, Assistant Maintenance Officer, Waiter / Waitresses and Cook Jobs in Kenya

The University of Nairobi Enterprises and Services (UNES) Limited wishes to recruit qualified and experienced staff to fill the following positions;

Head Office

Managing Director’s Office

Secretary

UNES/AD/S/01/12 1 post

Reports to: PA to the Managing Director

Job Description

Drafting routine memos
Filing and maintaining all office records
Screening of correspondences
General organization of the office
Follow-up of routine correspondences
Ensuring compliance with QMS procedures on management of records and documents on routine matters
Responding to routine E-mails
General front office functions
Other duties assigned by managing Director or PA to MD.

Job Specification

At least KCSE C or KCE Div. III or an equivalent qualification with a credit in English Language
Full certification in office secretarial work
Should have certificates in and be able to use Word Processing, Spreadsheets and Data Base Management packages
At least three years recent experience as Secretary in a busy office environment

Human Resource and Administration Department

Assistant Maintenance Officer

UNES/AD/AMO/01/12

1 post

Reports to: Senior Human Resource and Administrative Officer

Job Description

Maintenance of a safe and clean work environment by ensuring full compliance with health and Safety laws, policies and procedures.
Planning, budgeting and implement cost effective preventative maintenance schedules in line with safety operating procedures and standards.
Maintenance and repair of buildings, equipment and furniture.
Coordination of service contracts for all equipment.
Coordination of plumbing; electrical installation & appliances; grounds cleaning & landscaping; and general office cleaning works.
Provision of specification for maintenance works and identification of suitable technical personnel.
Administer the disposal processes relating to movable assets.
Coordination with external parties such as the local Authorities/ KPLC, Road Contractors etc regarding any of their works or maintenance that can impact on the Company’s services.
Undertake any other duties as may be assigned by the management from time to time.

Job Specification

Diploma in Building Construction management or related field
At least 3 years recent experience.
Good working knowledge of health and safety legislation
Good understanding of the key technical trades and accepted standards of workmanship.
Experience in managing a diverse range of job requests with competing deadlines and resources

Arziki Restaurants and Chiromo Conference Centre

Waiter / Waitresses

UNES/AR/W/01/12

1 post

Reports to: food and beverage supervisor

Job Description:

Receiving customers and escorting them to their tables
Informing customers on daily specials
Taking orders from customers on food and beverage
Presenting menus to customers and answer questions about menu items, making recommendations upon request
Providing excellent customer service to ensure that the customers enjoy their meals and take action to correct any problem
Explaining how various menu items are prepared , describing ingredients and cooking methods
Table setting
Receiving payment from customers

Job Specification:

Diploma in food and beverage sales from a recognized institution
Three (3) years work experience as a waiter in a 3 star restaurant or hotel
Excellent interpersonal skills
Good communication skills
Presentable
Computer literate

Cook

UNES : AR/CK/01/12

1 post

Reports to Head Cook

Job Description:

Working with the Head Cook to plan menus, taking into consideration factors such as costs and special event needs
Preparing and cooking food according to standard recipes and menu given by the chef
Observing and testing cooked food to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently using the required methods of cooking as per the menu
Maintaining sanitation, health , and safety standards in work areas
Verifying that food meets requirements for quality and quantity
Serving food orders to customers presented by the waiters

Job Specification:

Diploma in food production from a recognized Institution
Possess culinary experience in a 3-star hotel
Able to work long hours
Computer literate

For the above positions submit ALL of the following with your application:

Cover letter detailing why you want to be considered for the position, as well as current and expected gross salary.
Detailed CV including at minimum:
Biographical data including: Full names, current mailing address, current telephone contacts, email address.
Employment history to date. Ensure that specific start and end dates are included.
Educational history to date, clearly detailing programme, certificate obtained, and completion date.
Copies of ALL academic and professional certificates and testimonials.
Completed Personal Data Form (attached).
Indicate the Job Reference Number of the Envelope.

Please submit 7 copies of all the required documentation to reach the under signed by mail or hand delivery, no later than 24 January 2012.

No e-mailed applications will be accepted.

All incomplete applications will not be considered.

Only short-listed candidates shall be contacted.

UNES is an equal opportunity employer.

Head, Human Resources & Administrative Services,
UNES Limited,
P.O. Box 68241-00200,