Bar Manager at InterContinental Hotels

Details

• InterContinental Lagos comprises of 352 well-appointed, elegantly decorated rooms and suites as well as a Club InterContinental floor. Guests 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 is the perfect setting for casual meetings over coffee or drinks. In addition, for the health conscious traveller there is a health club bar serving fresh juices.
• InterContinental Lagos also offers 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 include a fully-equipped gym, outdoor pool, and retail space.
• We are currently recruiting our Bar Manager.
• As the Bar Manager, 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.  

Key responsibilities of the role include:

•     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.

Job Requirements

•     Degree or its equivalent with formal bar tending training with extensive knowledge of liquor brands, beer, wine, champagne, non-alcoholic beverages, designated glassware, preparation methods and garnishments.
•     Good knowledge and flair for night life is a must.
•     Alcohol awareness and knowledge of responsible service
•     Ability to build relations with beverage distribution companies, breweries and even vineyards.
•     Extensive international experience in branded hotels
•     Good business mind and commercial flair
•     Service minded and ability to involve and support operations