Vacancies in a Hospitality Company in Abuja

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Bradfield Consulting Limited - Our client, a big player in the hospitality space, which offers a collection of the finest fully serviced apartments in Abuja, geared towards the long stay guest, is looking to recruit a qualified candidates for the positions below:


Job Title: Cost Controller - Serviced Apartments
Location: Abuja
Job Description

• The Cost Controller is in charge of the hotel cost and assets. Works with food and beverages department, and hotel stores to ensure cost control.

Responsibilities

• The Cost Controller will work alongside the Accounts Supervisor in overseeing the cost control function for the apartments
• Would analyze each department’s ordering and consumption patterns, and closely monitoring them to ensure that these adhere to the agreed budgets, costing and standards
• Will monitor the performance of all departments, particularly food and beverage, through the efficient maintenance of established control procedures and by maintaining the database for receivables , as well as being the champion for the system
• Liaising with the purchasing team, as well as chefs, to ensure accurate costing for food and beverage is a key requirement.
• Organize the asset controlling systems
• Organize the store and receiving systems
• Manage F&B cost functions
• Keep Track record of all cost issues
• Develop cost report for Head of accounts
• Support cost information for all concern department upon request

Education and Experience

• At least 5 years' managerial experience
• Solid experience in a similar position from within a 3 or 4-star hotel/serviced apartments
• Previous experience in Food and Beverage operations from within a similar establishment is preferred
• Familiar with hotel accounting as well as operation
• At least a Bachelor's Degree in related field
• Good knowledge of and experience with accounting and purchasing software

Skills and Competencies:

• Good personal presentation and professionalism
• Good organisation and prioritisation skills
• Strong administrative skills
• Good verbal and written communication skills.

Job Title: IT Manager - Serviced Apartments
Location: Abuja
Job Description

• The IT Manager will be responsible and accountable for the smooth running of our computer systems within the limits of requirements, specifications, costs and timelines; supervise the implementation and maintenance of the apartment's computing needs.

Responsibilities

• Manage information technology and computer systems
• Plan, organize, control and evaluate IT and electronic data operations
• Evaluating user needs and system functionality and ensuring that ICT facilities meet these needs;
• Planning, developing and implementing the ICT budget and obtaining competitive prices from suppliers to ensure cost effectiveness;
• Scheduling upgrades and security backups of hardware and software systems;
• Researching and installing new systems;
• Guaranteeing the smooth running of all ICT systems, including anti-virus software, print services and email provision;
• Ensuring that users adhere to software licensing laws;
• Providing secure access to the network for remote users;
• Securing data from internal and external attack;
• Offering users appropriate support and advice;
• Managing crisis situations, which may involve complex technical hardware or software problems;
• Mentoring and training new ICT support staff;
• Keeping up to date with the latest technologies.
• Handle annual budget and ensure cost effectiveness
• Oversee the general function of the IT business center.
• Ensure proper safety of all servers and IT equipment.
• Troubleshoot and provide instant solutions to the challenges

Skills and Competencies:

• Ability to manage personnel
• Communication and leadership skills
• Proficiency in MS Office, Outlook, Word, Excel

Education and Experience

• At least 5 managerial experience and strong interpersonal skills.
• BS in Computer Science, MIS or similar field
• Proven working experience as an IT manager or relevant experience
• Excellent knowledge of technical management, information analysis and of computer hardware/software systems
• Hands-on experience with computer networks, network administration and network installation
• Expertise in internet management and troubleshooting

Job Title: Sales Executive - Serviced Apartments
Location: Abuja
Job Description

• The Sales Executive will serve as a key point of contact between the company and its clients: answering queries, offering advice and introducing new products.
• Their work includes: organizing sales visits. Demonstrating/presenting products. establishing new business

Responsibilities

• Listening to customer requirements and presenting appropriately to make a sale;
• Maintaining and developing relationships with existing customers in person and via telephone calls and emails;
• Cold calling to arrange meetings with potential customers to prospect for new business;
• Responding to incoming email and phone enquiries;
• Acting as a contact between a company and its existing and potential markets;
• Negotiating the terms of an agreement and closing sales;
• Gathering market and customer information;
• Representing their company at trade exhibitions, events and demonstrations;
• Negotiating on price, costs, delivery and specifications with buyers and managers;
• Challenging any objections with a view to getting the customer to buy;
• Advising on forthcoming product developments and discussing special promotions;
• Creating detailed proposal documents, often as part of a formal bidding process which is largely dictated by the prospective customer;
• Liaising with suppliers to check the progress of existing orders;
• Checking the quantities of goods on display and in stock;
• Recording sales and order information and sending copies to the sales office, or entering figures into a computer system;
• Reviewing your own sales performance, aiming to meet or exceed targets;
• Gaining a clear understanding of customers' businesses and requirements;
• Making accurate, rapid cost calculations and providing customers with quotations;
• Feeding future buying trends back to employers;
• Attending team meetings and sharing best practice with colleagues.

Education and Experience

• Minimum of 5 years working experience and minimum of 3 years sales experience in a similar work environment
• Proven and verifiable track record
• First degree from any reputable tertiary institution
• The skills to work both independently and as part of a team
• The capability to flourish in a competitive environment

Skills and Competencies:

• The ability and desire to sell
• Excellent communication skills
• A positive, confident and determined approach

Job Title: Resident Engineer - Serviced Apartments
Location: Abuja
Responsibilities

• Conducting Routine preventive maintenance which comprise of changing HVAC filters to lubricating kitchen equipment to regular boiler maintenance. responsible for scheduling regular inspections of electrical equipment
• Liaising with Housekeeping to coordinate and prioritize maintenance activities for apartments and public areas.
• Development system and procedure to ensure the health and safety of guests, team members, machinery and property,
• Controlling suppliers, stock levels and operating budget for the department identifying and introduction introducing environment-friendly systems and equipment.
• Monitor the apartments’ consumption of fuels
• Monitor engineering installation
• Supervise the apartment facilities functions
• Carry out engineering and maintenance works as required
• Periodic inspection and verification of tasks assigned to team members.
• Ensure proper sign off of tasks given after careful inspection

Skills and Competencies:

• Managerial experience and strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to communicate well in both oral and written reports.
• Proficiency in MS Office, Outlook, Word, Excel and building automation systems

Education and Experience

• Minimum of 6-8 years working experience and minimum of 2 years supervisory experience
• Experience in a similar work environment is a must
• Engineering degree from any reputable university is a must
• Project management experience

Job Title: Business Development Manager - Serviced Apartments
Location: Abuja
Job Description

• The role will be focused on nurturing the existing client base as well as focusing on new business, while exploiting exceptional sales skills with effective and successful results.

Responsibilities

• To actively convert customer enquiries into confirmed sales to develop future and repeat business contributing to the profitability of the business
• To deliver the brand standards of outstanding customer service
• Ensuring a clear and effective line of communication is maintained within the sales team with the Guest services team
• Identifying and pursuing new business sales opportunities both by use of the company database, networking, attending exhibitions etc.
• Build possible new business contacts through attending face to face sales meetings in order to build lasting relationships
• Working with the Head of Sales and marketing, Guest services to ensure the meeting of their set targets
• Department must create inspirational and cost-effective proposals while pitching to the client/prospect
• Development and implementation of sales marketing campaigns(promotions) and client entertainment schemes
• Determining key requirements to enter new markets including undertaking marketing analysis, devising and implementing a sales and marketing strategy for the purpose of seeking out new business in all relevant sectors
• To work without constant supervision and willing to work outside the normal 9-5 with flexible working hours including some evenings and weekends to accommodate business.

Education and Experience

• Long standing experience in the hospitality industry A MUST.
• At least a Bachelor's Degree in a related field.
• Between 8-10 years of related work experience is required.
• Ability to work under pressure and without supervision.

Skills and Competencies:

• Good personal presentation and professionalism
• Good organisation and prioritisation skills
• Strong administrative skills
• Good verbal and written communication skills

Job Title: Senior Chef - Serviced Apartments
Location: Abuja
Job Description

• The Senior Chef will be responsible for all food production including that used for restaurants, banquet functions and other outlets. Develop menus, food purchase specifications and recipes. Supervise staff.

Responsibilities

• Approves the requisition of products and other necessary food supplies.
• Ensures that high standards of sanitation, cleanliness and safety are maintained throughout all kitchen areas at all times.
• Establishes controls to minimize food and supply waste and theft.
• Safeguards all food preparation employees by implementing training to increase their knowledge about safety, sanitation and accident prevention principles.
• Develops standard recipes and techniques for food preparation and presentation which help to assure consistently high quality and to minimize food costs; exercises portion control for all items served and assists in establishing menu selling prices.
• Prepares necessary data for applicable parts of the budget; projects annual food, labor and other costs and monitors actual financial results; takes corrective action as necessary to help assure that financial goals are met.
• Attends food and beverage staff and management meetings.
• Consults with the Food & Beverage Director about food production aspects of special events being planned.
• Cooks or directly supervises the cooking of items that require skillful preparation.
• Ensures proper staffing for maximum productivity and high standards of quality; controls food and payroll costs to achieve maximum profitability.
• Evaluates food products to assure that quality standards are consistently attained.
• Interacts with food and beverage management to assure that food production consistently exceeds the expectations of members and guests.
• In conjunction with F&B management team, assist in maintaining a high level of service principles in accordance with established standards.
• Evaluates products to assure that quality, price and related goods are consistently met.
• Develops policies and procedures to enhance and measure quality; continually updates written policies and procedures to reflect state-of-the-art techniques, equipment and terminology.
• Establishes and maintains a regular cleaning and maintenance schedule for all kitchen areas and equipment.
• Provides training and professional development opportunities for all kitchen staff.
• Ensures that representatives from the kitchen attend service lineups and meetings.
• Periodically visits dining area when it is open to welcome members.
• Support safe work habits and a safe working environment at all times.

Skills and Competencies:

• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced environment
• Ability to work cohesively as part of a team
• Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times

Education and Experience

• 8 years experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• A strong knowledge luxury apartments/hotel standards with evidence of successful implementation of high level service and product standards

Job Title: Kitchen Supervisor - Serviced Apartments
Location: Abuja
Job Descriptions

• This role is responsible for the overall operations for the kitchen area.
• This person will, purchase food and stock, and make sure everyone is trained on proper food preparation and kitchen safety techniques.

Job Responsibilities

• Will be required to occasionally to interact with customers at the banquet hall, being friendly and courteous will help keep customers coming back.
• Responsible for correct food and kitchen elements being utilized while ensuring food standards, costs, safety, etc.
• Ensuring proper shift maintenance of kitchen staff, resolving conflicts and getting the job done.
• Ensure cleaning schedules are maintained and the kitchen well organized at all times.
• Dealing with daily stock orders and keeping a record of al consumptions at the kitchen
• Responsible for communicating standards and cooking methods to staff, kitchen etiquette and safety standards
• Provide input into catering menus and develop new menu items
• Prioritize and delegate tasks in kitchen layout and prep. Techniques to insure speed and quality of menu

Education and Experience

• Minimum of 8 years working experience and minimum of 3 years supervisory experience in a similar work environment
• First degree in Catering Management or similar degree from any reputable tertiary/vocational institution is a MUST.

 
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