Job Openings at Lorache Consulting Limited

Job Summary

• We are seeking an experienced and skilled Hotel Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of our international hotel.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring exceptional guest experience, driving revenue growth, and maintaining high standards of quality and service.

Key Responsibilities

• Guest Experience: Ensure exceptional guest satisfaction by providing personalized services, resolving complaints, and implementing effective quality control measures.
• Operations Management: Oversee the management of all hotel departments, including Front Office, Housekeeping, Food and Beverage, and Maintenance.
• Revenue Management: Analyze market trends, set room rates, and implement revenue-enhancing strategies to maximize occupancy and revenue.
• Financial Management: Prepare and manage budgets, monitor expenses, and ensure financial targets are met.
• Human Resources: Lead, motivate, and develop a high-performing team, including recruitment, training, and performance management.
• Quality and Standards: Ensure compliance with international hospitality standards, health and safety regulations, and hotel policies.
• Marketing and Sales: Collaborate with the sales and marketing team to develop and implement promotional strategies to drive business growth.
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks, ensuring the hotel's assets, guests, and employees are protected.
• Compliance: Ensure adherence to local laws, regulations, and industry standards.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Hospitality  Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 10 years of experience in hotel management, preferably in an international hotel.

Skills:

• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Proficient in hotel management software and systems.
• Fluency in English (additional languages an asset).
• Certifications: Hospitality certifications (e.g., CHA, CHT) an advantage.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment.
• International exposure and networking opportunities

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Summary

• A Cost Controller in hotel is responsible for closely monitoring and managing all operational expenses across different departments, including food & beverage, rooms, and administrative costs, by analyzing financial data, identifying areas for cost reduction, and implementing strategies to ensure the hotel operates within budget while maintaining quality standards; their key tasks include inventory control, purchase order verification, cost reporting, and collaborating with department heads to optimize spending and maximize profitability.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Monitoring: Regularly review and analyze departmental cost reports, comparing actual expenses against budgeted amounts to identify variances and potential cost overruns, Track inventory levels across all departments, including food, beverage, supplies, and linen, to minimize waste and loss, Conduct periodic physical inventory counts to verify stock accuracy, Monitor and control purchasing activities by reviewing purchase orders and invoices for accuracy and compliance with established guidelines.
• Cost Control Strategies: Implement cost-saving initiatives based on analysis, such as negotiating better supplier prices, optimizing food portion sizes, and reducing energy consumption, Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) for all departments to ensure efficient operations and cost control measures, Analyze food and beverage cost percentages to identify areas for improvement and implement recipe standardization.
• Reporting and Analysis: Prepare detailed cost reports for management, highlighting key performance indicators (KPIs) like cost of goods sold (COGS), labor costs, and overall profitability, Analyze trends and identify areas of concern, providing actionable insights to department heads to address potential cost issues, Forecast future costs based on historical data and current market trends.
• Collaboration and Training: Work closely with department heads to educate them on cost control practices and set departmental budgets, conduct regular training sessions for staff on proper inventory management, cost-conscious purchasing, and waste reduction, Liaise with the hotel's accounting department to ensure accurate financial reporting.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economic, often accompanied by professional certifications like the Institute of chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) OF Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
• Experience: 10 + years experience in similar roles in related industries (Cost Control & Hospitality)
• Business and Industry Knowledge.

Required Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify cost-saving opportunities
• Excellent financial acumen and understanding of accounting principles
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel, for data analysis and reporting
• Attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records
• Excellent communication skills to effectively collaborate with different departments.