About Our Hotel
The iconic Fairmont Mount Kenya Safari Club is a luxury 5-star resort located in the Mount Kenya Wildlife Conservancy in Nanyuki, Kenya. The hotel is rooted in history and has evolved from the vision of its founding members in the early 1930’s as a hunting ground to a beautiful story today as a hotel within a conservancy. The organization plays a crucial role in its host community through conservation and sustainability initiatives. As part of the conservation work, the property has a goal to rehabilitate and release the antelope species called the “Mountain Bongo’s” who were heading towards extinction and hence continues to make historic strides for future generations.
Nestled in the lush foothills of Mount Kenya, it is strategically located on the Equator offering 100 luxury rooms and villas. The hotel features a prestigious main structure that reflects the 1950’s colonial architectural design with a luxury country club feel, complemented by independent quaint cottages, including William Holden’s original cottage which offers breathtaking views of the mountain.
The hotel guests can indulge in an array of exciting outdoor activities including animal orphanage visits, destination dining, bongo tracking, horse riding in the forest/conservancy, phenomenal breakfasts at the slopes of Mount Kenya, and open fire dinner concepts at the foothills of the Mountain. Moreover, the F&B offerings include an all-day dining restaurant, a fine dining grill restaurant, a bar, and banquets/wedding destinations.
Job Description
- Lead and supervise the day-to-day operation of the department to ensure service standards are observed
- Handle guest concerns and respond quickly, logging and notifying the areas of focus
- Ensure Room Attendants are informed daily about priorities in their section
- Work closely with the maintenance team to report necessary repairs and renewals
- Ensure a clean and safe working environment, and actively participate in health and safety initiatives
- Conduct daily briefings with staff at floor level. Manage and supervise all tasks of his/her team
Qualifications
- Bachelors Degree in Hotel Management or Diploma in Housekeeping
- At least two (2) years of relevant experience in a similar capacity preferable in a reputable luxurious international hotel
- Good working knowledge of Opera & Microsoft Suite i.e. MS Excel, Word, & PowerPoint.
- Ability to take on a physically demanding job
- A commitment to delivering high levels of guest service and cleanliness
- Strong interpersonal and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work cohesively and collaboratively as part of a team
Additional Information
- Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide
- Learning programs through our Academies
- Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world!
- Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities, like Planet 21
- Be part of creating the historic story of rehabilitating and releasing the rare Mountain Bongo that was heading toward extinction.
- Working with a hotel rich in history and known for exemplary services while growing your career
- Work and learn in a luxury property
