Resort Executive Chef (Montego Bay, St. James, Jamaica) - Iberostar Hotels & Resorts

Iberostar Inernational in the Caribbean, with hotels in Mexico, Brazil, Dominican Republic, Cuba, and now Jamaica invites applications from qualified candidates to fill the following position:

Resort Executive Chef

The incumbent will oversee the daily operations of restaurant and hotel kitchens. This may include hiring, training, and overseeing kitchen staff, and ensuring a high-quality, cost-effective product, preparing dishes and inventory.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To monitor and maintain consistent food standards and quality across all areas and during all stages of production and supply.
• To participate in the HACCP procedure according to the company’s Food Safety Management standard. To maintain the correct use of the cleaning as you go policy
• To ensure quality control measures and hygiene systems are achieved at all times.
• To have total accountability for the day to day running of the kitchen service.
• To purchase all food and food related products using company nominated suppliers.
• To achieve food budget cost controls, ensuring minimum wastage within the unit.
• To actively participate in the ongoing management and development of menus.
• Stock takes are produced monthly in conjunction with the head chef and carried out in his absence.
• Stock rotation and use by dates for the production of food are followed and food is produced so as not to contribute to wastage.
• All menus are costed accurately

Experience & Qualifications needed:

•  Minimum five (5) years experience in a similar capacity
• Relevant culinary qualifications
• Overseas experience will be an asset 
• Previous experience with cost control, food & labour costs, demonstration cooking, menu development of culinary team
• Ability to speak a second language is a distinct advantage
• Must be eligible to work in Jamaica
• Extensive and sound knowledge of Western and Eastern dishes

Qualified persons are invited to submit their applications to us at: 

Email: careers.rhh.jm@iberostar.com / crhrh11@iberostar.com / crhrh19@iberostar.com

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Thank you!

Rooms Division (St. Ann, Jamaica) - Ocean Coral/Eden Bay

 

The Ocean Coral Spring/Eden Bay is a five-star resort located in Trelawny, Coral Spring, Jamaica.

Ocean Coral Spring/Eden Bay is looking for qualified individuals to fill the following positions:

• Housekeeping Supervisor (3)
• Room Attendants
• Public Area Housemen

Qualifications:

• Minimum of one (1) year experience
• For Supervisor positions a Minimum of 1 years experience in the hospitality industry as a supervisor.
• Certificate from HEART NSTA or any other institution
• Good Communication Skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• Positive Attitude
• Background knowledge and experience in the position applying for
• Team player
• Stress Tolerance

Benefits:

• Meals
• Transportation
• Life and Health Insurance
• Career Growth Opportunities
• Job Certification

Email applications to: recruitment.ocs@oceanhotels.net

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Lifeguards (Westmoreland, Jamaica) - Sandals South Coast

 “Dream Big with Us

Opportunity, training, education, and the potential to turn dreams into a better life, that is the story of Sandals Resorts International and it can be yours too.

Join us in our mission to create Caribbean moments and memories that inspire people, their families, and our global community to dream bigger and live more prosperous, sustainable, and fulfilling lives.”

LIFEGUARDS

Lifeguards are responsible for ensuring the safety of all guests engaged in watersports activities or using the resort’s aquatic facilities by preventing and responding to emergencies.

Specific Requirements/Duties of the Position Include:

• Maintaining visual contact of guests during their use of equipment and being fully prepared to render prompt assistance.
• Responding immediately and appropriately to secure safety of patrons in the event of emergency.
• Identifying and reporting any observed signs or symptoms of illness/injury of a rescued victim to the nurse and the Dive Supervisor and Manager.
• Providing emergency care and treatment as required until the arrival of emergency medical services.
• Presenting professional appearance and attitude at all times and maintaining a high standard of customer service

Qualifications and Experience:

• High School Leaving certificate
• First Aid & CPR Certified
• Valid lifeguard license

If successful, a clean police record will be required. Interested persons should submit their applications by October 31, 2023 with curriculum vitae via email to:

The Recruitment and Compliance Specialist

Sandals South Coast

Submit applications with resume/curriculum vitae via email to recruitswh@grp.sandals.com

NB: Please enter “Lifeguards” or in the subject field in the email for consideration. We thank all applicants for their interest but only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Chief Steward (Trelawny, Jamaica) - Ocean Coral Spring/Eden Bay

The Ocean Coral Spring/Eden Bay is a five-star resort located in Trelawny, Coral Spring, Jamaica.

Ocean Coral Spring / Eden Bay is look for fill an open vacancy for Chief Steward. Interested individuals can apply here.

The Chief Steward is responsible for supervising, coordinating, guiding, and controlling the cleaning of the kitchens as well as the operating equipment by being informed of the storage, flow, processing, and distribution of the resources to offer a more hygienic service.

Duties include:

• Inform the Head Chef periodically about activities performed.
• Generate and supervise the implementation of the kitchen cleaning plan.
• Train constantly the personnel under your charge.
• Generate and supervise the implementation of the night shift plan followed in the kitchens.
• Verify that dishes at the service site are clean and well stored, as well as glassware and plates, and ensure that they have been disinfected.
• Plan and supervise the arrangement of furniture for special events.
• Attend F&B meetings.

We are seeking a qualified and professional individual to fill this vacancy. If you are interested, apply today.
Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Email applications to: recruitment.ocs@oceanhotels.net

Banquet Chef (Hanover, Jamaica) - Grand Palladium Resorts

We are seeking to hire a qualified and experienced Banquet Chef who would be primarily responsible for the planning, organizing, controlling and directing the work of the Department.

We are seeking to hire a qualified and experienced Banquet Chef who would be primarily responsible for the planning, organizing, controlling and directing the work of the Department. The Banquet Chef would oversee the food preparation of all banquets events while ensuring superior quality and consistency at all times.

Additionally, the Banquet Chef is responsible for developing new banquet menus, prepare, test, taste and control out new menu items. Maintain updated and accurate recipes and costing of all dishes prepared for banquet function. Also, review the following day's menus and approve the store requisitions for food and supplies needed from various kitchen storerooms.

Duties, Responsibilities and Expectations:

• Review Banquet Event Orders (BEO) on a daily basis and make note of any changes.
• Brief the banquet kitchen staff daily about the upcoming and current functions.
• Supervises and coordinates all activities of cooks who are engaged in food preparation.
• Coordinate banquet production and plating with the Executive Chef and Banquet Manager.
• Establish the day’s priorities and assign production and preparation tasks for the banquet kitchen staff/chefs to execute.
• Effectively communicate both verbally and in writing to provide clear direction to staff.
• Take physical inventory of specified food items for daily inventory.
• Assist the hotel's sales or banqueting staff with banquets, parties and other special events.
• Assist in determining the minimum and maximum stocks of all food, cooking supplies and equipment.
• Assist the Executive Chef in banquet menu development and execution.
• Maintain inventory control procedures and ensure that the banquet kitchen is prepared for the following day's work.
• Responsible for managing all day-to-day operations of banquet kitchen.
• Responsible for conducting frequent walkthroughs of each kitchen area and direct respective personnel to correct any deficiencies.
• Responsible for maintaining all equipment in proper operational condition.
• Responsible for overseeing the regular cleaning of all equipment used in the banquet kitchen.
• Ensure that each banquet kitchen work area is stocked with specified tools, supplies and equipment to meet the hotels operating and business demand.
• Ensure that recipe cards, production schedules, plating guides, photographs are current and posted.
• Ensure that all staff prepare menu items following recipes in accordance with the hotels operating standards.
• Communicate the kitchen needs with the purchasing and storeroom personnel.
• Review sales and food cost with the Executive Chef to ensure that the banquet kitchen is meeting budgeted costs.
• Monitor the performance of banquet kitchen staff and ensure all procedures are completed to the department standards.
• Maintain the productivity level of all banquet cooks and supporting staffs.
• Assist the Executive Chef with banquet menu planning and food purchasing.
• Participate in banquet kitchen employees progress and discipline procedures.
• Participate in training staff on menu items including ingredients, preparation methods and unique tastes.
• Plan and manage food quantities and plating requirements for all banquet functions.
• Maintain food preparation handling and correct storage standards.
• Review staffing levels to ensure that guest service, operational needs and financial objectives are met.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
• Follow proper handling and right temperature of all food products.
• Assist as needed in the interviewing and hiring of employee team members with appropriate skills.
• Identify the developmental needs of kitchen staff and provide coaching, mentoring to improve their knowledge or skills.
• Continually enhance the culinary experience of banquet or event guests.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the management.

Qualification and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in Culinary Arts, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related studies.
• Minimum of five years experience as a Banquet Chef in a high volume banquet kitchen.
• Very good knowledge of food safety, sanitation, food preparation techniques.
• Ability to work flexible hours and days.
• Knowledge of current and updated culinary trends.
• Ability to lead and mentor a large team of culinary professionals.

COMPETENCIES

• Leadership
• Customer Orientation
• Planning & Execution
• Innovation
• Results Orientation
• Improvement, Evolution and Development
• Good supervisory skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing
• Ability to work in a fast- pace, high energy and demanding work environment
• Ability to work under pressure
• Good knowledge of the hotel operations or ability to learn quickly
• Team player with an ability to motivate team members
• Dedicated, hard-working, self – motivated and solution oriented
• Excellent time management skills; ability to prioritize and coordinate details; ability to multi-task and use initiative.
• Ability to work flexible hours and multitask
• Practice safety standards at all times

BENEFITS

• Competitive compensation package
• Management level Accommodation
• Health and Life Insurance
• Pension Plan (Optional)
• Opportunities for training and development

Persons are encouraged to submit their applications by Friday, November 3, 2023.

 Email: talent.jamaica@palladiumhotelgroup.com

We thank all applicants for their interest but only shortlisted candidates who meet the requirements will be contacted.

Excellence Oyster Bay Job Fair 2023: Room Attendants, etc (Falmouth, Trelawny, Jamaica)

Come Be A Part of Team Excellence, Jamaica's Top ranked All-inclusive Luxury Resort 📅 Date: Tuesday, October 17, 2023 📍 Location: Excellence Oyster Bay, Falmouth, Trelawny ⏰ Time: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

Be a part of an extraordinary adventure as we offer an exciting opportunity for innovative and enthusiastic persons to join our team:

Brand values: 

• Innovative Curation
• Bespoke Service
• Extraordinary Moments

Job Fair!

Vacancies:

Maintenance:

• Kitchen Mechanic
• Hotline
• Gardener
• Plumber
• Painter
• Refrigerator Technician
• Industrial Technician
• Pool & Beach Attendant
• Pool & Beach Supervisor
• Industrial Area Supervisor

Entertainment:

• Entertainment Manager
• Entertainment Coordinator
• Disc Jockey
• Stage Designer

Spa:

• Spa Coordinator
• Spa Maintenance Technician
• Spa Technician Supervisor
• Spa Receptionist
• Valet Spa
• Spa E-sales

Food & Beverage:

• Restaurant Supervisor
• Restaurant Server
• Bus Person
• Bar Supervisor
• Bartender
• Bar Server
• Bar Porter
• Mini Bar Stocker
• Cook A
• Butcher A
• Baker Helper

Other Vacancies:

• HR Coordinator (Training)
• Laundry Manager
• Payroll Clerk
• Warehouse Clerk
• Room Attendant
• Houseman
• Concierge
• Butler
• Front Desk Agent
• Telephone Operator
• Bell Man
• Steward Supervisor
• Loss Prevention Officers

Date: Tuesday, October 17, 2023

Time: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

Location: Excellence Oyster Bay 

                Falmouth, Trelawny.

General Requirements:

• NIS, TRN, valid ID 
• Valid Food Handler's permit
• Two (2) passport sized photographs 
• Proof of Education/Certification
• Updated resume

www.excellenceresorts.com

Jobs @ Alhambra Inn & Restaurant (Kingston, Jamaica)

Join the Alhambra Team!

We're hiring!

Vacancies:

• Pastry Chef
• Receptionist
• Housekeeper

Apply now!

Send your resume to: Kingstonhotelja@gmail.com  

S Hotels Jamaica Now Recruiting in Montego Bay & Kingston, Jamaica.

Join Our Team!

If you are passionate about what you do and are committed to excellence, we have the following  opportunities for you to join a team in the Jamaican hospitality industry!

Montego Bay

• Cooks
• Electrician
• Front Desk Agent
• Hostesses
• Maintenance Technician
• Night Manager
• Plumber
Stewards
• Waiters/Waitresses

Kingston

• Bartenders
• Bellmen
• Cashiers
• Chef de Partie
• Commis Chefs
• Houseman
• Junior Accountant
• Laundry Attendant
• Maintenance Technician
• Restaurant Supervisor
• Stewards
• Waiters/Waitresses

Please send resumes to: jobs@shotelsjamaica.com

Front Desk Agent (Hanover, Jamaica) - The Tryall Club

Classically Jamaican, exclusively private, naturally beautiful is an exclusive Caribbean country club resort spread out over 2,200 acres of natural beauty where rolling hills and valleys tumble down to one and a half miles of private shoreline and beach club. Guests can escape to a private villa where our professionally trained staff indulge their every whim. The Tryall Club, a celebrated golf course, with a state-of-the-art tennis center, and white-sand beach, complete the picture of who exactly we are looking for to represent brand Tryall.

Do you think that you are a best fit?

If yes, we are seeking to fill the following positions, here at the prestigious Tryall Club:

FRONT OF HOUSE AGENT

The “Front of House Department” is one of the first point of contact with members and guests, and handles all stages of a guest’s stay.

Qualifications and Requirements:

The ideal candidate must possess:

• Minimum of two years’ experience in the hospitality industry.
• Diploma in Hotel Management or related discipline.
• Possess a good command of the English Language and the ability to clearly and pleasantly communicate with guests both in person and via telephone.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Front Office Software.
• Friendly personality with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Effective organization and time management skills
• Two (2) - three (3) years’ experience as a Front Desk or Concierge Agent at a four (4) star or five (5) diamond property.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends, holidays and evenings.

We are looking for you to join our team and we are so excited to have you on board!

All applicants are required to provide two references and a valid Police Record.

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Candidates who meet the above requirements should submit their applications with résumé no later than October 25, 2023 to:

The Human Resources Director,
The Tryall Club,
P.O. Box 1206,
Montego Bay.

Email: jobs@tryallclub.com

Sandals Ochi Beach Entertainment Walk-in Auditions (Ocho Rios, St. Ann, Jamaica)

 The Caribbean's Leading Luxury-Included Chain offers an opportunity for highly motivated, flexible and enthusiastic persons with exceptional interpersonal skills to join our team.

WE ARE HIRING!

Ocho Rios, St. Ann

Job Fair!!

Vacancies:

• Disc Jockeys
• Singers
• Dancers
• Instrumentalists
• Playmakers

Benefits:

• Healthcare 
• Education and Training
• Pension
• Staff Transportation
• Competitive Salary Packages
• Opportunity for Growth and Development

When: Wednesday, October 11, 2023, 9:00 am to 2:00 pm

Venue: Sandals Ochi Beach Resort

Please note: Applicants must present their resumes, IDs and TRN.

If successful, a clean police record will be requested. In addition, candidates must be able to work nights, public holidays, and weekends. We thank all applicants for their interest but only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.