F& B Supervisors at Safari Park Hotel in Nairobi, Kenya

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    F& B Supervisors

    Safari Park HotelNairobi, Kenya

    Posted

    1 week ago

    Apply by

    26 Aug

    Full Time
    On Site
    Mid
    Tourism, Travel & Leisure
    Food Services & Catering

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    Job Description

    Reporting to the Food & Beverage Manager, the successful candidates will be responsible to; Supervise and train all service staff while maintaining outstanding guest relations in banquets and restaurants. Assist in controlling inventory of all restaurant and bar supplies. Ensure all delegated tasks are completed to performance standards. Check cleaning standards in all restaurant and service areas. Ensure food is served in correct proportions, properly garnished and at the correct temperatures. Ensure food quality and quantity in the buffet, restaurants and banquets. Ensure compliance with all regulations regarding health and safety of guests and oversee compliance with departmental company policies and procedures. Provide courteous service to all guests and be cordial to team members.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Supervise and train all service staff while maintaining outstanding guest relations in banquets and restaurants.
    • Assist in controlling inventory of all restaurant and bar supplies.
    • Ensure all delegated tasks are completed to performance standards.
    • Check cleaning standards in all restaurant and service areas.
    • Ensure food is served in correct proportions, properly garnished and at the correct temperatures.
    • Ensure food quality and quantity in the buffet, restaurants and banquets.
    • Ensure compliance with all regulations regarding health and safety of guests and oversee compliance with departmental company policies and procedures.
    • Provide courteous service to all guests and be cordial to team members.

    Required Qualifications

    • Aged 25 – 35 years
    • Holder of a diploma or degree in Hotel Management from Kenya Utalii College or any other internationally recognised hotel training institution.
    • Have at least two 2 years' experience in a similar position, preferably from a four or five star establishment.
    • Must be able to work in shifts including weekends, public holidays and special events as needed.
    • Ability to work in an environment that demands exceptional performance.
    • Be computer literate and a team player.

    Job Details

    Job Function

    Food Services & Catering

    Minimum Experience

    2 years

    Education Level

    Diploma

    Area of Study

    Hotel Management

    Field of Study

    Hotel Management

    Languages

    English

    Additional Information

    How to Apply: Send your application letter indicating the title of the position alongside a detailed CV, copies of relevant certificates and testimonials to Human Resource & Admin Manager, PO BOX 45038-00100, Nairobi, Kenya or email careers@safariparkhotel.co.ke by Wednesday, 26th August 2026. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

    Show You Can Run a High-Stakes Service Floor

    This role is about keeping a five-star dining operation flawless under pressure. Hiring managers at Safari Park Hotel will be looking for proof you can command a banquet floor, keep standards sharp, and stay calm when the house is full.

    1. Lead with your F&B supervision wins: On your CV, put your most recent supervisory role at the top, with bullet points that show numbers: covers served, team size, revenue targets hit, or banquet events managed. For example, "Supervised a team of 12 in a 200-seat restaurant, maintaining 98% guest satisfaction."

    2. Prove you know the five-star drill: Mention specific standards you've enforced: mise en place, plating specs, temperature checks, and health and safety audits. If you've worked in a four or five-star property, say so clearly — that's a hard filter here.

    3. Talk about training, not just supervising: This role expects you to train staff. Describe a time you onboarded a new waiter or ran a service refresher. Show you can turn a raw hire into someone who sells the specials and clears plates without being asked.

    4. Show your inventory control muscle: Be ready to discuss how you track bar and restaurant supplies. Mention any experience with stock takes, par levels, or ordering systems. A concrete example: "Cut beverage waste by 15% by tightening pour controls."

    5. Prepare for shift-work reality: This job runs on weekends, holidays, and events. In the interview, show you're genuinely okay with that. Talk about how you manage energy and keep the team motivated during peak seasons like Christmas or conference weeks.

    6. Brush up on health and safety specifics: Expect questions on food hygiene, HACCP, and guest safety. Review Kenya's food safety regulations and be ready to give an example of a time you spotted a hazard and fixed it before it became a problem.

    7. Bring your guest recovery stories: Five-star guests complain loudly and remember everything. Have a story ready where you turned an unhappy guest into a repeat customer. Show you can listen, apologize sincerely, and fix the issue fast.

    8. Dress and speak like the brand: Safari Park Hotel is a top Nairobi property. Arrive in crisp business attire, speak confidently, and show you understand what "courteous service" means in a luxury setting. Your first impression is a preview of how you'll represent the hotel.

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    Tags

    Food and Beverage
    Supervision
    Hotel Management
    Guest Relations
    Inventory Control