Ongoing Recruitment at Blu Atlantic Hotel, Lekki

Blu Atlantic Hotel is a 44 rooms 4-star luxury hotel in Lekki phase 1, Lagos. It offers a unique luxury guest experience and fine dining.

We are recruiting to fill the positions below:

 

Job Title: Receptionist

Location: Lekki Phase 1, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Duties

• Greet all guests and assist them with check-in and check-out
• Maintain a positive attitude
• Respond to all guest questions and requests
• Answer and forward phone calls
• Manage guest bookings and reservations
• Keep a tidy and orderly workspace
• Assist with administrative and clerical tasks as needed

Job Requirements

• 2+ years experience working in a hotel receptionist or guest services role
• High School Diploma or suitable equivalent
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and PMS
• Solid written and verbal communication skills
• Fluency in English
• Ability to maintain a positive, friendly attitude even under high pressure
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills
• Professional attitude and appearance.

 

Job Title: Maintenance Supervisor

Location: Lekki Phase 1, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Responsibilities

• Inspect sites regularly to identify problems and necessary maintenance.
• Prepare weekly maintenance schedules and allocate work as per forecasted workloads.
• Supervise and train workers.
• Coordinate daily maintenance activities.
• Oversee all repairs and ensure that work is completed on time.
• Maintain all inventory and equipment, and ensure proper storage.
• Comply with all health and safety regulations and practices on site.
• Conduct preventative maintenance work.
• Conduct follow-ups on all maintenance and repair work.
• Conduct safety inspections as scheduled.
• Establish strategies to meet workload demands on time.

Requirements

• HND or Bachelor’s degree (highly advantageous).
• 2 years of experience as a maintenance supervisor (essential).
• Strong knowledge of building trades and maintenance.
• Solid understanding of health and safety regulations and practices.
• Effective budgeting and performance management.
• Fantastic organizational and leadership skills.
• Great eye for detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Works well under pressure and meets tight deadlines.
• Computer literate with capability in email, MS Office and related communication tools.
• Great time management skills.
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.

 

Job Title: ICT / Digital Marketer

Location: Lekki Phase 1, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Duties and Responsibilities
Information Technology:

• Administer network and data security, including directory, group policy, firewalls, virus protection, and email security
• Perform data backups to ensure all company-owned work is saved
• Install and update network system improvements
• Install and configure wireless networking equipment
• Monitor servers, LAN/WAN, and Wi-Fi to ensure full coverage
• Assist with the design, implementation, and support of new software and features
• Evaluate connectivity issues, equipment, and software and hardware
• Respond to IT issues; hardware maintenance, software, networking, etc.
• Provide helpdesk and technical support either by phone, remote access, or site visits
• Oversee troubleshooting for system errors
• Set up equipment for new users and employees
• Consult with vendors and clients to integrate and update company technology
• Ensure system optimization for all technology resources

Digital Marketer:

• Website Design and Development – a digital marketer may coordinate the design and functionality of the hotel website, working alongside web developers and web designers and coordinating the process.
• Content Strategy – Along with the design and functionality of the hotel website, a digital marketer is also responsible for all website content and for creating and implementing the content strategy to ensure online objectives are met.
• SEO and SEM – a digital marketer is responsible for ensuring that the website is easily found by the target audience. Optimising website structure and content for search engines (SEO) and/or the use of paid online advertising (SEM) are two ways a digital marketer helps to drive relevant traffic to their website.
• E-Commerce – where appropriate, a digital marketer is responsible for converting website visits into online sales. This is often achieved by making the online shopping experience as easy as possible and by introducing special deals.
• Social Networking – a digital marketer is responsible for managing the online presence and brand the hotel. Social networking tools such as Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and Google+ allow businesses to engage with their consumers in real time and a digital marketer will often be responsible for this communication.

Requirements

• Interested candidates should possess relevant qualifications with at least 2 years relevant work experience.

 

Job Title: Storekeeper

Location: Lekki Phase 1, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• Take delivery of all incoming materials and reconcile with purchase orders
• Track, document, and resolve any discrepancies on received orders
• Ensure accuracy of the facility’s inventory system by updating records of physical inventory totals, receipts, adjustments, and returns
• Manage inventory/supplies and ensure they are within the established minimum and maximum levels
• Keep up-to-date records of receipts, records, and withdrawals from the stockroom
• Responsible for packing, pricing, labeling, and returning supplies
• Responsible for stock rotation and coordinate the disposal of surpluses
• Oversee the handling of freight, the movement of equipment, and minor repairs
• Manage supplier relations and database as well as maintain high ethical relationships both internally and externally
• Create purchase orders and utilize purchasing card to perform low-value procurement activities
• Responsible for shipping cancelled or damaged items back to suppliers as appropriate.

Requirements

• Interested candidates should possess relevant qualifications with at least 2 years relevant work experience.

 

Job Title: Waiter / Waitress

Location: Lekki Phase 1, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Responsibilities

• Greet and escort customers to their tables
• Present menu and provide detailed information when asked (e.g. about portions, ingredients or potential food allergies)
• Prepare tables by setting up linens, silverware and glasses
• Inform customers about the day’s specials
• Offer menu recommendations upon request
• Up-sell additional products when appropriate
• Take accurate food and drinks orders, using a POS ordering software or order slips
• Communicate order details to the Kitchen Staff
• Serve food and drink orders
• Check dishes and kitchenware for cleanliness and presentation and report any problems
• Arrange table settings and maintain a tidy dining area
• Deliver checks and collect bill payments
• Carry dirty plates, glasses and silverware to kitchen for cleaning
• Meet with restaurant staff to review daily specials, changes on the menu and service specifications for reservations (e.g. parties)
• Follow all relevant health department regulations
• Provide excellent customer service to guests

Requirements

• High School Diploma; food safety training is a plus
• Proven work experience as a Waiter or Waitress
• Hands-on experience with cash register and ordering information system (e.g. Revel POS or Toast POS)
• Basic math skills
• Attentiveness and patience for customers
• Excellent presentation skills
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills, with the ability to perform well in a fast-paced environment
• Active listening and effective communication skills
• Team spirit
• Flexibility to work in shifts.

 

Job Title: Kitchen Steward

Location: Lekki Phase 1, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

General Duties and Responsibilities

• Clean food processing facilities, storage rooms, walk in fridge’s, kitchen utensils, immediate corridors and holding areas as well as the operation equipment
• Work in close cooperation with all Kitchen and service Colleagues
• Work as per duty schedule and shifts
• Perform all stewarding tasks as per given instructions
• Ensure minimum wastage, breakage and spoilage.

Requirements

• Interested candidates should possess relevant qualifications with at least 2 years relevant work experience.

 

Job Title: Business Development Executive

Location: Lekki Phase 1, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Duties and Responsibilities

• Generate new business to drive sales and profitably to meet budgetary targets. Confidently and competently manage all steps of the Sales Funnel Process.
• Proactively seek and identify sales to ensure we maximise all opportunities for new business growth.
• Develop, in conjunction with the sales and marketing manager, a business growth strategy for the Hotel.
• Compile an activity plan to target potential new customers from identified prospects and create their own prospect database.
• Analyse and understand your local market and sector including competitor strengths and weaknesses, demographic trends and corporate activity. Tailor your sales plans to make the most of any opportunities.
• Carry out an agreed number of sales calls per calendar month split between relevant market segments including site visits, presentations and reviews.
• Work with Operations teams to seek and exploit opportunities to cross-sell and expand our services within existing contracts.
• Carry out client entertaining, events, activity to nurture and build on existing and future business relationships.
• Build and maintain relationships with key target customers and networks.
• Work with Hotel preferred channels to maximise sales and ensure all contracted rates or displayed through this channel.
• Represent the Company at appointments, presentations and trade shows both nationally and internationally.
• Deliver monthly revenue and activity reports.
• Update and maintain client and prospect database, conforming to company requirements.

Requirements

• Interested candidates should possess relevant qualifications with at least 2 years relevant work experience.

 

 

Job Title: Laundry Attendant

Location: Lekki Phase 1, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Responsibilities

• Sorting, washing, drying, pressing, and folding clothing and other textile items.
• Removing stains from items using the appropriate procedures.
• Performing minor sewing duties.
• Tracking which items belong to whom.
• Keeping an updated inventory of laundry detergents and sewing kits.
• Tracking maintenance and repairs on laundering equipment.
• Ensuring that the facility remains clean at all times.
• Anticipating and responding to customers’ queries, concerns, and complaints.
• Keeping sufficient tokens or change for the washing and drying machines, if required.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent is advantageous.
• Prior experience in a similar role is preferable.
• Familiarity with cleaning detergents and laundering equipment.
• Ability to stand for long periods.
• Capacity to lift up to 20 pounds unaided.
• Basic arithmetic skills.
• Outstanding organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Personable disposition with a knack for customer service.
• Available to work shifts and on weekends.

 

 

Job Title: Mixologist / Bartender

Location: Lekki Phase 1, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Overview

• Are you a whiz at mixing drinks? Do you have a knack for making flavorful alcoholic concoctions? If you’re creative and social, then consider a job as a mixologist.

Responsibilities

• A mixologist mixes and serves drinks.
• Mix traditional and creative cocktails
• Process payment from customers
• Clean glasses and bar utensils
• Make suggestions based on customer tastes and preferences
• Record and balance cash receipts and prepare cash deposits
• Open and maintain tabs throughout their shift
• Build a rapport with regular customers to create a positive atmosphere.

Requirements

• Interested candidates should possess relevant qualifications with at least 2 years relevant work experience.

 

 

Job Title: Housekeeper

Location: Lekki Phase 1, Lagos

Responsibilities

• Performs cleaning duties in all guest areas and back of house.
• Consistently offers professional, friendly, and engaging service.
• Ensures housekeeping departmental standards are followed.
• Responds timely to guests’ special requests for miscellaneous items like cribs, cots, extra towels, etc.
• Maintains inventory of necessary supplies.
• Reports necessary maintenance items.
• Follows departmental policies and procedures.
• Follows all safety and sanitation policies.
• Assists other departments when needed to ensure optimum service to guests.
• Performs additional duties as needed.

Education and Experience

• Diploma
• Previous housekeeping experience a plus

Qualifications / Skills:

• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving abilities
• Highly responsible and reliable
• Ability to work cohesively as part of a team.

 

Job Title: Maintenance Personnel

Location: Lekki Phase 1, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Responsibilities

• Conducting routine inspections of premises and equipment.
• Performing preventative maintenance.
• Handling basic repairs and maintenance.
• Overseeing contractors when professional repairs are necessary.
• Diagnosing mechanical issues and correcting them.
• Repairing machines, equipment, or structures as necessary.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
• Proven maintenance experience.
• Related degree from a technical college.
• Skilled in the use of hand and power tools.
• Ability to take apart machines, equipment, or devices to remove and replace defective parts.
• Ability to check blueprints, repair manuals, or parts catalogs as necessary.
• Ability to use common tools such as hammers, hoists, saws, drills, and wrenches.
• Experience with precision measuring instruments or electronic testing devices.
• Experience performing routine maintenance.
• Strong organizational and follow up skills.
• Eye for detail.
• Professional presentation and attitude.
• Ability to maintain focus while working individually.
• Strong time management skills

 

Job Title: Pastry Chef

Location: Lekki Phase 1, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate and manage the pastry section of a kitchen, working together with the other chefs
• Prepare a variety of baked goods
• Decorate and present pastries and baked goods in a tasteful and beautiful way
• Monitor and order ingredients, supplies and equipment
• Meet with customers to discuss custom-made desserts or baked goods for special occasions
• Ensure the bakery section of the kitchen adheres to health and safety regulations
• Identify staffing needs, help to recruit new personnel and train them
• Develop new seasonal recipes and menus and keep up with the latest trends

Skills and Qualifications
To be a great Pastry Chef, a person should have the following key skills:

• Creativity to design new and unique menu items to attract customers
• Knowledge of how baking ingredients work together and how they can be used in creative ways
• Leadership skills to manage the pastry section and staff in a kitchen, including hiring the right staff and motivating workers in a high-stress environment
• Time management skills to deliver orders on schedule and avoiding wasting food
• Physical strength and stamina to spend long hours standing and performing repetitive motions
• Flexibility, since hours for a Pastry Chef may vary and include weekends, evenings and holidays.

Job Title: Chef

Location: Lekki Phase 1, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• A Chef or Cook is responsible for using their culinary expertise to create appetizing dishes for diners to enjoy.
• Their duties include overseeing kitchen staff, tasting dishes before going to customers and restocking food produce as needed.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Chefs work with other kitchen staff to ensure that your kitchen runs effectively, and they have to be experts at ensuring food quality and maintaining kitchen equipment
• Ensure ingredients and final products are fresh
• Follow recipes, including measuring, weighing and mixing ingredients
• Bake, grill, steam and boil meats, vegetables, fish, poultry and other foods
• Present, garnish and arrange final dishes
• Maintain a clean and safe work area, including handling utensils, equipment and dishes
• Handle and store ingredients and food
• Maintain food safety and sanitation standards
• Ensure that all dishes are cooked well and presented in an aesthetically pleasing way
• Oversee food preparation, checking that all kitchen staff are performing their duties
• Monitor equipment quality and order new equipment as needed
• Help the restaurant determine how much food and supplies need to be ordered
• Train new kitchen staff.

Requirements

• Interested candidates should possess relevant qualifications with at least 2 years relevant work experience.

 

Job Title: Porter

Location: Lekki Phase 1, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Responsibilities

• Carry and label guests’ luggage with tags
• Sweep and mop floors and vacuum carpets
• Ensure building entrance is free of clutter at all times
• Direct guests to the reception area or the appropriate office/room
• Arrange taxi services upon request
• Run errands for guests and employees
• Fix minor technical issues, like changing bulbs
• Report damages, call technicians and monitor repairs
• Maintain stock of cleaning supplies
• Comply with health and safety regulations
• Follow evacuation rules in case of emergencies

Requirements

• Interested candidates should possess relevant qualifications with at least 2 years relevant work experience.
• Previous work experience as a Porter
• Hands-on experience with industrial cleaning equipment
• Good physical condition, stamina and strength (e.g. to lift heavy equipment and luggage)
• Familiarity with security regulations
• Solid verbal communication skills to interact with cleaning staff, technicians and customers
• Availability to work in shifts and flexible schedules (e.g. weekends and evenings).

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their updated CV to: career@bluatlantichotel.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email

Application Deadline  30th October, 2021.