Employment Opportunities at InterContinental Hotel, Lagos

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InterContinental Lagos is 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 travellers. Built on an elevated terrain overlooking Lagos's port and the city below, the 19 storey hotel offers uninterrupted, spectacular views of Lagos Skyline. InterContinental Lagos comprises of 352 well-appointed, elegantly decorated rooms and suites as well as a Club InterContinental floor. What is your passion? Whether you're into tennis, baking 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 Hotel is currently recruiting for the position below: Job Title: Front Office Manager Job Number: LAG000293 Location: Lagos Job Description

• Do you see yourself as a Front Office Manager at InterContinental Lagos?
• What's your passion? Whether you're into tennis, shopping or karaoke, at IHG we're interested in YOU. At IHG 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 friendly and professional team.
• At the moment we're looking for a Front Office Manager to join our energetic, enthusiastic and passionate team at InterContinental Lagos.
• InterContinental Lagos is located in the heart of Lagos Island. The 5 star Hotel has 323 rooms, high quality restaurants and bars, gymnasium and swimming pool facilities. InterContinental Lagos has a group of colleagues who are committed to maintaining the highest standards of quality and service which defines the company vision of "Creating Great Hotels Guest Love."
• This role, reports directly to the General Manager at InterContinental Lagos. As the Front Office Manager, you will be responsible for managing all aspects of the front office (for example Guest Registration, Porter Services, Business Centre, Telephone and Concierge Services and Guest Reservations) to deliver a guest experience that is unique and brings the brand to life
• Educate and Train team members in compliance with federal, state and local laws and safety regulations. Ensure staff are properly trained and has the tools and equipment to carry out job assignments
• Ensure guests are greeted upon arrival and make time to interact effectively with guests. Respond appropriately to guest complaints, solid feedback and build relationships to drive continuous improvement in guest satisfaction

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree/Higher National Diploma preferably in Hotel Management and/or related disciplines
• Minimum of 10 years' experience, 5 of which must be at senior/management Level
• A good team leader and player
• Good knowledge of hospitality industry
• Ability to deliver under tight deadline
• Exceptional leadership qualities
• Ability to relate with guest in a satisfactory manner
• Problem solving skills.

Job Title: Manager, Conference and Event Job Code: LAG000296 Location: Lagos Job Description

• Do you see yourself as a Conference and Event Manager at InterContinental Lagos?
• What's your passion? Whether you're into tennis, shopping or karaoke, at IHG we're interested in YOU. At IHG 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 friendly and professional team.
• At the moment we're looking for a Conference and Event Manager to join our energetic, enthusiastic and passionate team at InterContinental Lagos.
• InterContinental Lagos is located in the heart of Lagos Island. The 5 star Hotel has 323 rooms, high quality restaurants and bars, gymnasium and swimming pool facilities. InterContinental Lagos has a group of colleagues who are committed to maintaining the highest standards of quality and service which defines the company vision of "Creating Great Hotels Guest Love."
• This role, reports directly to the General Manager at InterContinental Lagos. As the Conference and Event Manager, you will be responsible for  maximizing the profit of the hotel by overseeing all aspects of Conference and Events at the Hotel, you would be responsible for developing and managing functions and events as well as marketing and promoting bar, catering and function products.
• Direct day-to-day sales activities, plan and assign work, and establish performance and development goals for team members.
• Provide mentoring, coaching and regular feedback to help manage conflict, improve team member performance, and recognize good performance.
• Educate, train and motivate sales and marketing teams to achieve hotel revenue goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree/Higher National Diploma in Hotel Management and/or other relevant disciplines
• Minimum of 10 years' relevant work experience, 5 of which must be at senior / management level
• A good team leader and player
• Good knowledge of the hospitality industry
• Master's degree and  relevant professional qualifications are added advantage

Job Title: Assistant Manager, Food and Beverage Job Number: LAG000291 Location: Lagos Job Descriptions

• What's your passion? Whether you're into tennis, shopping or karaoke, at IHG we're interested in YOU.
• At IHG 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 friendly and professional team.
• At the moment we're looking for a Assistant Food and Beverage Manager to join our energetic, enthusiastic and passionate team at InterContinental Lagos.
• This role, reports directly to the Food and Beverage Manager, InterContinental Lagos and would be working together with his/her Direct Report in managing Food and Beverage operations to ensure quality service and standards while delivering a guest experience that is unique .
• You will also assist in  ensuring compliance of health, safety or other requirements with all Federal, State and Local regulations as well as ensure staff are properly trained on quality and service standards, have the necessary tools and are empowered to carry out job duties

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree/Higher National Diploma preferably in Hotel Management or related fields
• Minimum of 10 years’ of related experience, 5 of which must be at senior/ Management  Level
• A good team leader and player
• Good knowledge of hospitality industry

Job Title: Chief Engineer Job Number: LAG000295 Location: Lagos Job Descriptions

• What's your passion? Whether you're into tennis, shopping or karaoke, at IHG we're interested in YOU.
• At IHG 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 friendly and professional team.
• At the moment we're looking for a Senior Maintenance Engineer to join our energetic, enthusiastic and passionate team at InterContinental Lagos.
• This role, reports directly to the Director of Engineering at InterContinental Lagos. As the Senior Maintenance Engineer, you will be responsible for performing preventive and regular maintenance and repairs to all areas of the hotel, maintaining a clean and organised maintenance shop and for the security of hotel inventory and assets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree/Higher National Diploma in relevant discipline
• Minimum of 10 years' experience, 5 of which must be at Management level in hospitality industry
• A good team leader and player
• Relevant professional qualification is an added advantage.

Job Title: Director of Engineering Job Code: LAG000294 Location: Lagos Job Description

• Do you see yourself as a Director of Sales at InterContinental Lagos?
• What's your passion? Whether you're into tennis, shopping or karaoke, at IHG we're interested in YOU. At IHG 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 friendly and professional team.
• At the moment we're looking for a Director of Engineering to join our energetic, enthusiastic and passionate team at InterContinental Lagos.
• InterContinental Lagos is located in the heart of Lagos Island. The 5 star Hotel has 323 rooms, high quality restaurants and bars, gymnasium and swimming pool facilities. InterContinental Lagos has a group of colleagues who are committed to maintaining the highest standards of quality and service which defines the company vision of "Creating Great Hotels Guest Love."
• This role, reports directly to the General Manager at InterContinental Lagos. As the Director of Engineering, you will be responsible for directing the engineering/maintenance operations of the hotel to ensure the safety and comfort of the hotel guests and employees and to ensure compliance with all brand governmental regulatory requirements.
• Educate and train all team members in compliance with governmental and safety regulations. Ensure Staff is properly trained on quality and service standards.

Qualifications

• The ideal candidate must be an Expatriate with 5 star hotel engineering background
• Bachelor's Degree/Higher National Diploma in relevant disciplines
• Minimum of 15 years experience. 7 of which must be at Management level in hospitality industry.
• A good team leader and player
• Relevant professional certification is an added advantage
• Possess exceptional leadership quality
• Ability to work under pressure
• Must be able to multitask
• Ability to respond and meet tight deadlines
• Ability to display or demonstrate guest focused approach to maintenance management

Job Title: Director of Sales Job Number: LAG000297 Location: Lagos Job Description

• Do you see yourself as a Director of Sales at InterContinental Lagos?
• What's your passion? Whether you're into tennis, shopping or karaoke, at IHG we're interested in YOU. At IHG 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 friendly and professional team.
• At the moment we're looking for a Director of Sales to join our energetic, enthusiastic and passionate team at InterContinental Lagos.
• InterContinental Lagos is located in the heart of Lagos Island. The 5 star Hotel has 323 rooms, high quality restaurants and bars, gymnasium and swimming pool facilities.  InterContinental Lagos has a group of colleagues who are committed to maintaining the highest standards of quality and service which defines the company vision of "Creating Great Hotels Guest Love."
• This role, reports directly to the General Manager at InterContinental Lagos. As the Director of Sales you will be responsible to manage the operations of the Sales & Marketing Department by ensuring product quality standards are met and optimum service is provided to all hotel guest according to InterContinental Hotel Group's business objective.
• You will also develop and implement sales and marketing strategies for the hotel to ensure maximum profitability, revenue sales goals, sales and marketing strategies are created and implemented.
• Direct day-to-day sales activities, plan and assign work, and establish performance and development goals for team members.
• Provide mentoring, coaching and regular feedback to help manage conflict, improve team member performance, and recognize good performance.
• Educate, train and motivate sales and marketing teams to achieve hotel revenue goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree/Higher National Diploma in relevant discipline.
• Minimum of 10 years' relevant experience, 5 of which must be at Management level
• A good team leader and player
• Ability to drive sales effort and achieve targets
• Must be able to demonstrate good leadership quality
• Good knowledge of the Hospitality Industry from the perspective of sales and marketing.

How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should: Click here to Apply  On the proceeding page, choose Africa, then Nigeria and finally Search for jobs. Application Deadline  11:59:00 PM; 19th February, 2017.

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