Bar Supervisor at InterContinental Hotel

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.

So what's your passion? Please get in touch and tell us how you could bring your individual skills to IHG.

We are currently recruiting for the following position:

Job Title: Bar Supervisor

Location: IMEA_Africa-Nigeria-Lagos-Lagos

Job Number: LAG000062

Responsibilities

• As the Bar Supervisor, you will provide functional assistance to the Food & Beverage operations as assigned for the smooth running of all bars operations at Intercontinental Lagos.
• You will co-ordinate all the functions and activities of all the bars and employees within the bars under the general guidance and direction of the Food & Beverage Manager or his/her delegate and within the limits of the established Intercontinental Hotel Group policies and procedures; Ensure smooth running of beverage service by being prepared and having stocks ready for service within the assigned bar(s)/functions;identify and anticipate guest needs by ensuring complete guest satisfaction.
• You will also maintain comprehensive product knowledge of liquor brands, beer, wine, champagne, non-alcoholic beverages, designated glassware, preparation methods, garnishments,current trends and make recommendations for appropriate adjustments.
• On the floor observation and supervision to ensure that the bars are running according to the service standard manual, policies and procedural manual.
• Investigate guest complaints and take corrective measures, together with a report to the Food & Beverage manager.
• Ensure that operational stock levels are sufficient to maintain minimum standards as laid down.
• Ensure that inventory is taken as per policy.
• Assist in implementing and controlling the billing procedures for all bars.

Qualifications

• Hospitality management degree or its equivalent with formal bartending training
• Extensive knowledge of liquor brands, beer, wine, champagne, non-alcoholic beverages, designated glassware, preparation methods and garnishments.
• Alcohol awareness and knowledge of responsible service
• 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
• Strong communication skills in English (verbal, listening, writing)
• Pre opening experience a strong plus
• Creative and open minded
• Good business mind and commercial flair
• Good understanding of the Nigerian/African business environments and markets
• Service minded and ability to involve and support operations

Application Closing Date
1st September,  2013

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