InterContinental Hotel recruits Food & Beverage Hostess

IHG is a global hotel company whose goal is to create Great Hotels Guests Love.

We have more guest rooms than any other hotel company in the world – that's nearly 676,000 rooms in over 4,600 hotels in nearly 100 countries and territories around the world.

We operate nine hotel brands – InterContinental, Crowne Plaza, Hotel Indigo, Holiday Inn, Holiday Inn Express, Staybridge Suites, Candlewood Suites, EVEN™ Hotels and HUALUXE™ Hotels and Resorts.

What is yourpassion? Whether you're into tennis, swimming or karaoke, at IHG we're interested in YOU!

We employ people who apply the same amount of care and passion to their jobs as they do their hobbies - people who put our guests at the heart of everything they do. And we're looking for more people like this to join our progressive & committed opening team at the InterContinental Lagos .

InterContinental Lagos will open in 2013 and will be located on Victoria Island, in the centre of Lagos home to the majority of foreign embassies and multinational companies, making it the perfect residence for affluent business and diplomatic travelers. Built on an elevated terrain overlooking Lagos's port and the city below, the 19 storey hotel will offer uninterrupted, spectacular views of Lagos Skyline.

InterContinental Lagos will comprise of 358 well-appointed, elegantly decorated rooms and suites as well as a Club InterContinental floor. Guests will have access to an all-day dining restaurant, two specialty restaurants, room service and the pool bar for lighter meal choices and snacks. The lobby lounge and cocktail bar will be the perfect setting for casual meetings over coffee or drinks. In addition, for the health conscious traveler there will be a health club bar serving fresh juices. InterContinental Lagos will also offer exclusive business and conference facilities including a state of the art ballroom with a foyer area, and several additional flexible meeting and breakout. Other amenities will include a fully-equipped gym, outdoor pool, and retail space.

we are recruiting to fill the vacant position of:

Job Title: Food & Beverage Hostess

Location: IMEA_Africa-Nigeria-Lagos-Lagos

Job Number: LAG000073

Responsibilities

• As a Food & Beverage Hostess, you will ensure that the highest standards of hospitality and welcome are demonstrated at all times in the restaurant.
• Your key responsibilities will include maintaining a proper reservation book, confirming reservations before the operation begins, greeting and escorting guests to the table.
• You will have a good knowledge of the restaurant's promotions and products and will pass this information on to the guest whenever the possibility arises in order to maximise hotel sales.

Qualifications

• Most have at least a Degree or Diploma Certification.
• Pleasant personality, presentable, energetic and service-oriented.
• Good understanding of the Hotel Industry standards, policies and procedures
• Minimum of 1 year experience in the same position from a reputable restaurant and or 4 or 5 star hotel property.
• Strong communication skills in English (verbal, listening, writing)
• You must be proactive, adaptable team player who enjoys taking initiative to drive for results.
• Good understanding of the Hotel Industry standards, policies and procedures
• Experience in high-end city operation with multi unit F&B and large Conference & Event
• Pre opening experience a strong plus
• Eager to learn & progress, responsible with the willingness to take ownership

Application Closing Date
September 1, 2013

Method Of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
click here to apply