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Tuesday, 25 February 2025
CUSTOMER SERVICE TEAM MEMBERS (KFC Jamaica) - Jamaica
Tuesday, 18 February 2025
Cashier (Kingston, Jamaica) - Fontana Pharmacy
Job Description
Cashier - Barbican - Waterloo - Kingston, Jamaica
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Ensure outstanding customer service delivery at all times.
- Answer customers' questions, and provide information on policies and procedures
- Maintain clean and orderly checkout areas.
- Ensure cash line as all the necessary items. E.g. bags, staples, wrapping tapes etc.
- Assist in the training of new Cashiers as requested
- Assist in stock taking when necessary and the ordering of goods as requested.
- Request goods from other location on a weekly basis or as needed to replenish stock.
- Keep work area stocked with goods.
- Check for expired goods, re-stock shelves and remove price tags if there is a price change.
- Receive and process payment by cash and credit cards.
- Issue receipts, refunds, credits or cash change to customer.
- Ensure cash from daily sales are balance at the end of each shift.
- Ensure float amount is correct at the beginning and end of each shift and that there is adequate change
- Answer telephone and assist customers with over the phone queries as is possible.
- Provide product knowledge to customers through the features, values and benefits of each product.
- Return uncashed items to designated areas.
- Ensure customers are served their correct purchased item.
- Provide customers with relevant information about specials and promotions.
- Introduce new goods and services to customers.
- Provide rapid response to customer complaints
- Communicate all discrepancies to relevant manager/supervisors.
- Direct all queries/ concerns to immediate supervisor first in keeping with the chain of command.
- Ensure that the checkout section is orderly and secure.
- Report low stock item of ice-cream, if placed by Scoops department.
- Ensure that items purchased by customers are in good condition before it leaves the store.
- Any other duties that have been assigned by managers or supervisors should be performed.
In addition to performance of the essential functions above, this position may be required to perform a combination of other supportive functions, to be solely determined by the supervisor based upon the particular requirements of Fontana Limited.
Other:
- In order to properly service our clients, you may be required to work outside of our scheduled business hours.
- Timely execution of duties in keeping with pre-arranged schedule.
- Care and diligence in protecting the organization’s assets
EXPERIENCE; EDUCATION OR CERTIFICATION:
- High School Diploma / School Leaving Certificate
- At least 5 CXC’s inclusive of Mathematics and English Language.
- Minimum (1) year experience in cashiering in a retail environment.
- Certificate in Cashiering (a plus)
- High level of accuracy
- Strong customer service skills
- Microsoft Office Suite applications
- Type 40 wpm
- POS Experience
- Customer Service
- Knowledge of operating cash register and maintaining cash drawer
- Versed in performing monetary transactions such as giving and receiving change
- Ability to maintain knowledge of current product location
- Ability to analyze and solve problems.
- Must possess a high level of accuracy
- Strong problem solving skills and the ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions based on accurate and timely analyses
- Strong interpersonal skills, ability to communicate (verbal, listening, writing) and manage well at all levels of the organization and with other team members
- Must be detailed oriented and a multitasker with superb organizational skills
- Must possess a high level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency
- Must have strong internal and external customer service skills
- Willingness to demonstrate lateral service and support in a cooperative and pleasant manner for the overall good of the company.
- Excellent interpersonal and team skills, extremely collegial
- Outstanding communications skills, written and oral
- Demonstrated resourcefulness and good judgment
- Honest and trustworthy
- Values diversity of thought, backgrounds and perspectives
- Ability to multi-task while maintaining vigilant attention to detail
- Integrity/ethics beyond reproach
- Constantly looking to apply best practices
Thursday, 6 February 2025
Driver (Kingston, Jamaica) - Fresh & Direct Limited
Fresh and Direct Limited is looking for an experienced and competent Truck Driver. The Driver will be responsible for primarily transporting agricultural products from supplier fields to our storage facilities and delivering finished goods to our customers, while adhering to health and safety regulations.
Responsibilities:
- Safely operate a truck to transport goods to the desired locations
- Verify the efficient loading and securing of goods in the truck to maintain the safety of the goods and facilitate smooth delivery
- Ensure the completion of all required documents on receipt or delivery of goods
- Verify accuracy and quality of the agricultural products retrieved from the farm and goods being delivered to the customer
- Collect and deliver mail packages, and other items to designated locations
- Conduct transactions with banks and other institutions on behalf of the company
- Open General Drover's License
- Five (5) years experience in a similar position
Assistant Bursar, etc (Kingston, Jamaica) - Norman Manley High School
Norman Manley High School invites applications from suitably qualified persons to fill the following vacancies for February 2025:
- One (1) Assistant Bursar
- One (1) Male Assistant Cook
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office operations and selected Accounting software (use of QuickBooks would be an asset)
- Demonstrated accounting frugality
- Knowledge of electronic banking techniques
- Certificate in first-aid and occupational safety procedures
- Professional and emotional maturity
- Diploma in Business Accounting/Administration or equivalent qualificatons from a recognized instiution
- At least two (2) years experience working in an institution of similar standard
- Level 1 or 2 HEART Certification in Food Preparation or similar qualification
- Possession of Food Handler's Permit
Teachers (Kingston, Jamaica) - Convent of Mercy Academy "Alpha"
Teachers Needed (Kingston, Jamaica) - Campion College
Campion College
Steadfast in Faith and Work
Requires immediately:
- Spanish Teacher to CSEC - clear vacancy
- Spanish/French teacher to CSEC - clear vacancy
Tuesday, 28 January 2025
Monday, 27 January 2025
Friday, 3 January 2025
Meat Cutter (Certified) | Kingston, Jamaica | Spanish Grain Store Limited
Now Hiring!
Certified Meat Cutter
Duties:
- Cutting and preparing frozen items to specifications
- Placing meat in designated storage areas after cutting
- Sorting uncut meat and meat scraps before performing daily tasks
- Preparing the Storage Area for cut meat
- Cleaning equipment and work area as per health and safety standards
- Diploma and/or Meat Cutter Certification
- Basic literacy and computation skills
- Two (2) to five (5) years food processing/butchering experience would be an asset
- Two (2) to three (3) years meat cutting experience using Bandsaw
- Customer service oriented and courteous
- Ability to work in a fast paced environment and work well in teams
- Being attentive to tasks to avoid injury and waste of product
Data Entry Clerk (Kingston, Jamaica) - Ping's Fabrics
Our ideal DATA ENTRY CLERK is punctual, focused and determined. How or she has experience in managing a lot of varied inventory. He or she has experience in reconciling data and disbursing inventory.
Qualifications:
- CSEC subjects (Mathematics and English required), Office Administration, EDPM or IT preferred
- At least two (2) years experience in inventory management or warehousing
Wednesday, 4 December 2024
Sunday, 17 November 2024
Mother's Job Fair 2024! (Kingston, Jamaica)
Time: 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Location:
@ St. Luke's Church
88 Slipe Road, Cross Roads, Kingston
We are expanding our business!
We are recruiting for the following positions:- Restaurant Managers
- Restaurant Supervisors
- Team Leaders
- Cooks
- Lead Cooks
- Kitchen Leaders
- Kitchen Assistants
- Cashiers
- Team Members
- Sanitation/Janitorial Workers
- Factory Workers
- Production Workers
Interested candidates may send resumes and application letters to: hrd@mothersjm.com
Monday, 11 November 2024
Administrative Assistant/Data Entry Clerk (Kingston, Jamaica) - Central Medical Laboratories Limited
Administrative Assistant/Data Entry Clerk to perform all facets of administrative duties, including business reporting and basic human resources duties.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Extremely organized and deadlines focused
- Assist with staff scheduling for flexi-shift system where necessary
- Interacting with external organizations - suppliers, government agencies, etc
- Perform protocol functions, and general administration
- Knowlege of disciplinary procedures
- Assisting with basic HR duties such as vacation leave scheduling, shift planning, monitoring attendance and overtime
- Manage and organize meetings, preparation of minutes and related communication tasks
- Working closely with accounts and technical departments to ensure smooth company operations
- Perform data entry and filing functions
- Three (3+) plus years administrative experience in service industry
- Minimum graduate level education
- Proficient in English Language
- Competency in Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint and Publisher - intermediate level
- Able to work shift including Saturdays and schedules up to 7:00 p.m.
- Strong communication skills - small, SMS
- Experience in payroll preparation
- Basic accounting - payables and stock inventory and control
Sunday, 10 November 2024
Literacy Specialist (Kingston, Jamaica) - Tarrant High School
invites experienced and qualified Teacher for the following areas:
- One (1) Literacy Specialist (clear vacancy)
- Have suitable qualifications in literacy
- Have a desire in helping students improve their literacy skills
- Have skills in planning, implementing, monitoring successful literacy program/intervention
- Be able to work co-operatively in a team
Tuesday, 5 November 2024
Junior Accountant (Kingston, Jamaica)
ASSL Security Services Jamaica Limited is looking for a skilled Junior Accountant to join our dynamic start-up team! This role reports directly to the General Manager and plays a crucial part in managing our financial functions. As we grow, you'll have the chance to take on administrative tasks and develop within our expanding company.
𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬:
- Oversee expenditures through our accounting software
- Prepare bi-monthly payroll
- Compile weekly cash flow statements
- Produce monthly financial reports for management
- Assist with budgeting and financial forecasting
- Ensure timely payments of statutory deductions and taxes
- Maintain a valid Tax Compliance Certificate (TCC)
- Perform additional administrative duties as required by Management
- Bachelor’s Degree (BSc) in Accounting or related field
- 5+ years in accounting
- Strong organizational skills, proactive and hands-on
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Adaptability for a start-up environment
𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐝 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐝𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐝 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐮𝐦𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐢𝐧𝐟𝐨@𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐥𝐣𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐢𝐜𝐚.𝐜𝐨𝐦
𝐎𝐧𝐥𝐲 𝐬𝐮𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐛𝐞 𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐧𝐨𝐰𝐥𝐞𝐝𝐠𝐞𝐝.
𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞: 𝟏𝟏𝐭𝐡 𝐍𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒
Delivery Drivers (Kingston, Jamaica)
Needed: Delivery Drivers for large trucks
Do you have an excellent driving record, good organizational and time management skills?If you do...
This leading food manufacturing company in Kingston welcomes your applications as we expand our team of Drivers.
The successful candidates will have duties to:
- Transport goods to designated customers in a timely manner
- Plan delivery routes for maximum effectiveness
- Assist with the loading and unloading of goods
- Provide exceptional customer service to customers
- Work harmoniously with delivery personnel and other support teams
- Maintain driving logs and relevant paperwork as required
- Maintain written standard regulatory guidelines and company policies
- A high school diploma or school leaving certificate
- A valid open general driver's license
- At least five (5) years experience operating large trucks above 12 tons
- An excellent driving record
- Good customer service and communication skills
Monday, 4 November 2024
Teachers for Jose Marti Technical High School (Kingston, Jamaica)
Jose Marti Technical High School invites trained and suitably qualified individuals to fill the following vacancies for January 2025:
- Teacher of English Language
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent
- Must be able to teach up to CSEC and CAPE levels
- Teacher of Science
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent
- Must be able to teach up to CSEC and CAPE levels
- Teacher of Mathematics
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent
- Must be able to teach up to CSEC and CAPE levels
- Cook/Chef to work in school canteen
- NVQ-J Level 2 certificate or equivalent
- Interested applicants must be an excellent team player.
- Knowledge of the respective curricula
- Must be able to work with students at different levels
Application letters and resumes should be submitted to:
c/ The Principal,
Jose Marti Technical High School,
Twickenham Park,
Spanish Town P.O., St. Catherine,
Email: josemartitech2004@gmail.com
Kitchen Supervisors, etc (Kingston & St. Andrew & St. Catherine, Jamaica) - B & E Caterers & Restaurant Limited
The B & E Caterers and Restaurant Limited is seeking qualified and experienced persons to fill the following positions across all its locations in Kingston, St. Andrew and St. Catherine.
Restaurant Managers, Kitchen/Shift Supervisors
Education/Experience:
- Certificate in Supervisory Management
- Certificate in Commercial Food Preparation
- Two (2) years working experience in a similar capacity
- Excellent interpersonal skills
Interested persons may submit applications along with proof of qualifications and a food handler's permit to: mail@befoods.com
Teachers for Kingston College (Kingston Jamaica)
Academic staff needed:
Applications are invited for the following positions:
Six (6) months:
- One (1) teacher of Spanish (grades 7 - 9)
- English (grades 7 - 9 /CSEC)
- Information Technology (grades 7 - 9/CSEC)
- Mathematics (grades 7 - 9/CSEC)
- Physics (grades 7 - 9/CSEC)