Kenyans looking for catering jobs in Maasai Mara, beware of scams! 
There are fraudulent job offers claiming to be from “Mara Elegant Camp” or “Elegant Gazebo Game Camp” or “Mara Pavilion Camp”, requiring applicants to pay for a food handling license before employment. These camps do not exist in Maasai Mara. This is a scam designed to steal money from job seekers.
They are also using a fake website with the domain Gameresort.co.ke, which contains generic information about a non-existent hotel to appear legitimate. Do not be fooled!
Below is a typical scam message you may have received;
In 2021, Nation Newspaper published an article titled “Probe launched as thousands fall victim to Mara jobs scam“, exposing a fraudulent scheme where a fake Maasai Mara camp named Mara Crescent Resort lured unsuspecting Kenyans with false job offers.
Victims were required to pay KES 2,740 for a medical certificate as a supposed prerequisite for employment. The Nation article did not provide any information on whether the perpetrators were ever caught or if they are the same individuals now operating under the fake domain Gameresort.co.ke, which is currently deceiving job seekers with another non-existent camp. Given the similarities in tactics, it is crucial for job seekers to remain vigilant and always verify opportunities through official channels.
Before accepting any job in Maasai Mara, always verify if the company is legally registered with the Tourism Regulatory Authority (TRA). You can check the list of licensed entities here: https://tra.go.ke/licensing-2/list-of-entities/
Never pay for a job application, license, or interview fee. Legitimate employers do not ask for money upfront!
If you have been targeted by this scam, report it to the authorities immediately. Stay safe and spread the word to protect others!
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