HOD Housekeeping Jobs in Laikipia County – Segera Retreat

HOD Housekeeping Jobs in Laikipia County – Segera Retreat


  • Segera is considered one of the most suitable luxury tourism retreats in the world.

  • In the spirit of all associated Long Run partiners, Segera provides itself to be an ecotourism destination in the real sense.

  • This entails operating a viable business yet keeping our footprint to a minimum.

  • Segera is a home to a vast array of animal, bird and plant life and provides an important corridor for the migration of elephant and other wide –ranging species.

  • Over 40 mammals and 365 bird species have been recorded in the Laikipia area, the majority of which can be found on Segera.

  • It is the home to numerous reptile and insect species.

    Goals and Objectives

  • This position of HOD Housekeeping will execute housekeeping operational standards in all relevant areas.

  • They will follow standards / procedures within the housekeeping department which meet the requirements and exceed the expectations of our guests and will play a pivotal role in making the Segera housekeeping offering a world class standard.

  • The HOD Housekeeping will assist in the execution of procedures to ensure proper maintenance of all housekeeping areas and must ensure in all housekeeping areas the highest standards, professionalism & a level of consistency that ensures Segera’s reputation and values are upheld at all times.

    Performance Areas

  • To assist and support training initiatives of all Villa Attendants according to set standards and procedures

  • To assist laundry attendant according to set standards and procedures

  • Advise Tourism Manager of any guest related issues, including requests and complaints and ensure that these are addressed immediately.

  • To work within the daily arrival/departure and occupied operational process in housekeeping timorously.

  • Ensure all operating procedures and high cleaning standards within all housekeeping areas to include villas, picnic set-ups, and main areas are maintained at all times

  • Understand standards as set by Segera and to maintain them as documented in the housekeeping standards

  • To ensure you understand the usage and application of cleaning and chemical processes.

  • Ensure cleanliness and hygiene at all times in all areas of housekeeping and surroundings. This must be maintained in accordance with the set standards.

  • To control and ensure care for all villa linen according to set standards and procedures

  • Liaising with Tourism Management, Experience Host and peers to ensure open channels of communication and optimum working relationships.

  • Report any stock discrepancies to the Tourism Management as and when noticed

  • Ensure care is taken of all
    assets and any breakages or theft are recorded and reported to the Tourism Management and Experience Host to be addressed immediately

  • Ensure follow up on all requests – i.e. Maintenance requests, guest’s requests, in-villa F&B and housekeeping stocks

  • To assist with housekeeping supervision in all guest according to set standards

  • Ensure that correct procedures of garbage separation are abided by in all housekeeping areas and daily procedures of disposal are adhered to.

  • To work according to a set roster, leave plan and work schedule

  • Attend and be receptive to staff development and training by ensuring high level of standards are met and maintained.

  • Ensure loyalty and commitment to Segera is executed in all areas of your work and in communicating with guests.

  • Close attention to detail on all matters and in all aspects of this position.

  • Additional duties as and when needed or as the position or department develops.

  • Act as Villa Attendant when needed and required

  • Develop and submit monthly work plans in conjunction with Tourism Manager

  • Assist in laundry when operations requires

  • Planning of Leave and Off Roster for Housekeeping /Laundry Staff

    Qualifications

  • Relevant Bachelor’s degree/Diploma.

  • Proven experience in the Housekeeping department

  • Housekeeping Experience for a minimum of 5 years in a 5-star lodge/retreat/hotel

  • Excellent organizational and multi-tasking abilities

  • Must have a certificate of good conduct

  • Willingness to learn Segera standards

  • Personable with good communication skills

  • Organized

  • Honesty and reliability

  • Well presented

  • Professional

  • Confident

  • Flexible and solution driven

  • Responsible

  • Have good judgment and initiative

  • Self driven and motivated

  • Service oriented

  • Humble – not arrogant / over confident

  • Prepared to work long and flexible hours

  • Work well under pressure

    How to Apply

  • Those who meet the above qualifications should submit their applications through

  • hrsegera@segera.com to reach the Human Resource Manager on or before 5th February 2021.

  • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

  • Segera is a founder member of the Long Run Destinations. For more information on the global network of Long Run Destinations and the Zeitz Foundation see www.thelongrun.com and www.zeitzfoundation


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