Jake's Place Manager
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Amentum is hiring a Jake's Place Manager in Kampala, Uganda to lead food, beverage, entertainment and recreation operations. The role requires a degree or equivalent experience, five years of specialized middle-management experience, and strong leadership, budgeting and customer-service skills. Candidates must hold a valid passport, be willing to travel internationally, and obtain required clearances and certifications.
- Kampala-based management role with food, beverage, entertainment and recreation oversight
- Requires degree or 3 years general experience plus 5 years specialized middle-management experience
- Must hold a valid passport, travel internationally and obtain country-specific visas
- Requires CPR, First Aid, Food Safety, Alcohol Server and related certifications
- Involves budgeting, cost control, staff leadership and government coordination
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Can you qualify for this role?
- Required5+ years of relevant experienceThe job post includes a minimum experience signal.
- RequiredEducation or certification mentioned in the postThe captured text mentions education, a diploma, certificate, or licence.
- PreferredPractical evidence in sales, call_center, internshipThe tags and summary point to skills connected with this role.
- RequiredAvailability to work in Not specifiedThe vacancy is associated with this location.
Documents to prepare
- Likely requiredUpdated CV
- Role specificCover letter or short employer message
- OptionalProfessional references
- Role specificAcademic or professional certificates
- VerifyID or passport only after verifying the employer
Application tips for this job
- Place your strongest Jake's Place Manager evidence in the first half of your CV.
- In your cover letter or employer message, connect your experience to Amentum and the role in Not specified.
- Add concrete examples related to sales, call_center, internship, ideally with measurable outcomes or clear responsibilities.
- Follow the instructions from Fuzu Uganda; avoid sending documents to unofficial contacts or copied links.
- Confirm the deadline, interview location and employer contact before sharing personal documents.
- Prepare a polite question about pay, benefits and contract terms for later interview stages.
Source and safety check
- Fuzu Uganda
- Original source link available
- Application method is clear
- Deadline not specified
- No major risk signal was detected in the captured text.
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Interview preparation
- What experience makes you a strong fit for this Jake's Place Manager role in sales, call_center?
- How have you handled responsibilities similar to those in this job post?
- Are you available to work in Not specified under the listed contract or schedule?
- Prepare examples with clear responsibilities, tools used and measurable outcomes.
- Review the source and research Amentum before the interview.
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Original source description
- Kampala
- •
- Uganda
- Contract Type
- Description
- Required Qualifications:
- A four-year degree from an accredited college or university with a major study in business management, food, hospitality, or a related field.
- OR, at least three (3) years of general
Experience
- demonstrating knowledge of the goals, principles, methods, and techniques of food, beverage, recreation, and entertainment operations.
- Additionally, the candidate must have five (5) years of specialized
- as a middle manager in a similar civilian commercial business role.
- Strong understanding of food and beverage, hospitality, and recreation management principles, as well as customer service and event management techniques.
- managing operational budgets, controlling costs, and achieving financial performance targets while maintaining excellent service delivery.
- Sound leadership skills, with demonstrable
- leading teams and managing daily operations in dining, entertainment, or recreation settings.
- Outstanding communication skills, with the ability to engage with a wide variety of customers and staff effectively.
- Highly organized with excellent multitasking and time management skills to handle a variety of
Responsibilities
and demands during high-paced operations.
Knowledge of safety, sanitation standards, and food handling procedures.
Proficiency with Point-of-Sale (POS) systems and related software for managing inventory, sales, and financial reports.
Must be able to successfully complete and maintain all required training and certifications, including Customer Service, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), First Aid, Food Safety and Sanitation, Alcohol Server Intervention Training and local emergency procedures training, with annual recertification as required.
Must be in possession of a valid passport and be able to travel internationally.
Passport should be valid for a minimum of one (1) year or more at the time of hiring.
Ability to obtain country-specific visas per the U.S. Department of State Foreign Clearance Guide.
Ability to successfully pass contract medical
Manage food and beverage services, as well as entertainment and recreational activities, in compliance with mission
Requirements
- and maintain compliance throughout the duration of deployment.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization.
- Must read, speak, and comprehend English to the extent that they can perform the contract
- and comply with installation emergency procedures.
- Job
- and government standards.
- Develop and implement operational policies, procedures, and best practices to optimize efficiency and maintain compliance with contract requirements.
- Supervise and guide staff, providing training, mentorship, and professional development to ensure a high level of service excellence.
- Monitor and ensure customer satisfaction through continuous feedback collection and improvement of services, recreation offerings, and entertainment programs.
- Provide oversight of the financial performance of Jake’s Place, including budgeting, cost control, and resource allocation to meet revenue and profitability goals while delivering quality service.
- Manage an inventory of food, beverages, supplies, and equipment to support operations, ensuring inventory is well-stocked and accounted for at all times.
- Ensure all health, safety, and environmental standards are met across operations, including compliance with food handling, sanitation, and safety protocols.
- Collaborate with government representatives to plan and coordinate events or activities tailored to meet recreational and operational goals.
- Ensure availability in person or designate an alternate to be readily accessible during regular working hours to handle issues or emergencies that arise.
- Respond to emergencies or contingencies promptly by being on-site within one hour of official notification.
- Maintain up-to-date records and reports on operational, financial, and service activities to ensure transparency and compliance with governmental reviews and audits.
- Market activities, events, and services offered at Jake’s Place through appropriate media channels to increase participation and promote services to patrons.
- Foster a welcoming and engaging community environment that aligns with the interests and motivations of individuals and groups at the installation.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned that are consistent with the nature and level of the position.
- Tags
- Business, strategic management
- Manufacturing
- Mid-level
- Uganda
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