Job Description

Opportunity to Serve

Bible Translation and Literacy-Christian International Conference Centre (BTL-CICC) Ruiru is seeking
to recruit a dynamic, innovative and highly motivated born again Christian with a good Christian
standing, demonstrated spiritual maturity, Team Spirit, Integrity, and a calling to serve to fill the position
below.

Waiter / Waitress

Job Summary: Reporting to the Head Waiter, the waiter/Waitress is responsible for serving food and beverage, offering suggestions to guests and providing superior customer service with a keen knowledge  of products served at the BTL Christian International Conference Centre while maintaining an exciting yet safe atmosphere.

Working as part of a team, the role will have a direct impact on the general success of the F & B
Department.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Serving of food & drink products as per the menu within a designated service area, during
  banquets/outside catering events.


• Explaining to guests how various menu items are prepared, describing ingredients and cooking
  methods


• Informing customers of daily specials, making recommendations upon request


• Serving & Clearing dishes, making sure the crockery is clean & polished before use


• Assisting in inventory for crockery, cutlery, linens etc for the restaurant


• Anticipating and resolving customers’ unspoken needs.


• Doing Mis-en Place: restaurant table set up, refilling of condiments, folding of napkins, wiping
  and polishing of glassware, cutlery and silverware.


• Salesmanship: Upselling & cross-selling our conference products & services


• Processing guest orders to ensure that all items are prepared properly and on a timely basis


• Observing diners to ensure that guests are satisfied with the food and service


• Responding to additional requests and determines when the meal has been completed


• Preparing totals bills and accepts payment or refers guests to cashier.


• Handling and escalation of guests’ concerns and feedback.

Qualifications and Skills

• Certificate in F&B Sales and Service from a reputable learning institution


• Barista training and training in First Aid would be an added advantage.


• At least 2 years of proven working experience as Waiter/Waitress in a busy hospitality
  establishment.


• Previous experience in using Hotel Management Systems e.g. Hotel Plus POS


• Basic math skills


• Attentiveness and patience for customers


• Excellent presentation skills


• Strong organizational and multitasking skills, with the ability to perform well in a fast-paced
  environment


• Active listening and effective communication skills


• Flexibility to working in shifts

How to Apply

Applications with a detailed CV, copies of certificates, and three referees (Professional, Social and
Church), Office and mobile telephone contacts for both applicant and referees be emailed (Preferred) or
posted to reach the under-mentioned by Wednesday 14th September 2022

Human Resources Manager
Bible Translation and Literacy E.A
P. O. Box 44456 – 00100, Nairobi, Kenya.
Nairobi

Email: careers@btlkenya.org

Tel. +254 -722 209606; +254 – 735 333065

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted

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