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Lilygate Hotel located in the heart of Lekki Phase 1 is a new luxurious four star hotel with 74 rooms including 6 suites and a full range of facilities.

ASSISTANT FOOD AND BEVERAGE MANAGER

JOB DESCRIPTION
An Assistant Manager of Food and Beverage is responsible for assisting in the daily management of activities and services of all hotel food and beverage operations (kitchens, restaurants, banquets, lounges, room service, coffee shops, etc.) in the hotel's continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service and financial profitability.

WHAT WILL I BE DOING?
As an Assistant Manager of Food and Beverage, you would be responsible for assisting in the daily management of activities and services of all hotel food and beverage operations (kitchens, restaurants, banquets, lounges, room service, coffee shops, etc.) in the hotel's continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service and financial profitability. Specifically, you would be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standard:
Assist in the management of all Food and Beverage operations to include, but not limited to, guest service, food and beverage quality, inventory management, outlet reservations and occupancy, systems management, budget and forecasting, marketing, report generation, department management and meeting participation and facilitation
Ensure consistency in food quality and presentation and monitor cost and portion controls
Assist in monitoring and developing team member performance to include, but not limited to, providing supervision and professional development, scheduling, conducting counselling and evaluations and delivering recognition and reward
Meet and greet guests and respond to guest inquiries, requests and issues in a timely, friendly and efficient manner and resolve guest concerns
Monitor and assess service and satisfaction trends, evaluate and address issues and make improvements accordingly
Ensure compliance with health, safety, sanitation and alcohol awareness standards
Assist in recruiting, interviewing and training team members

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
Since we are a four star boutique hotel, Lilygate is a rising star in the hospitality industry. Today, Lilygate remains is an inspiration to upcoming and pre-existing Hotel in the industry. This leadership is the result of our Team Members staying true to our Vision, Mission, and Values. Specifically, we look for demonstration of these Values:
Hospitality - We're passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.
Integrity - We do the right thing, all the time.
Leadership - We're leaders in our industry and in our communities.
Teamwork - We're team players in everything we do.
Ownership - We're the owners of our actions and decisions.
Now - We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline
In addition, we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes:

Quality
Productivity
Dependability
Customer Focus
Adaptability

QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum of 2+ years as Assistant F&B Manager experience required
Wine/beverage knowledge in an upscale environment preferred
Ideal applicant should have strong organizational skills, ability to work with flexible work schedule, be a team player and a dynamic leader

WAITER

Reports to: Restaurant Manager / Supervisor

POSITION SUMMARY
Ensure that all guests are served to the hotels standard in the Restaurant / Bar / Lounge areas.
Display highest standards of hospitality and welcome are demonstrated at all times within all food and beverage areas.
Takes orders for, serves (where applicable, prepares) food and beverages to guests as per the hotels standards in a friendly, timely and efficient manner.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Greets guests and presents them with the menu.
Informs guests about the special items for the day and menu changes if any.
Suggest food and beverages to the guest and also try to upsell.
Take food and beverage orders from the guest on the order taking pads or on the handheld Point of sale (POS) system (MICROS).
Obtaining revenues, issuing receipts, accepting payments, returning the change.
Performing basic cleaning tasks as needed or directed by supervisor.
Filling in for absent staff as needed
Punch the order on the POS machine and make sure to enter the special requirements made by the guest while ordering the food. Eg: No Garlic, less spicy etc., without egg etc.
Communicate to the guest and provide assistance with their queries.
Co - ordinate with the bus person, kitchen staff, bar staff to ensure smooth operation and guest satisfaction.
Serve food and beverage to the guest as per the course of order.
Observes guests and ensure their satisfaction with the food and service.
Promptly respond to guest with any additional request.
Maintaining proper dining experience, delivering items, fulfilling customer needs, offering desserts and drinks, removing courses, replenishing utensils, refilling glasses.
Prepare mixed drinks for service to your customers table.
Properly open and pour wine at the tableside.
Adhere to grooming and appearance standards consistently.
Understands and can communicate products and services available at the resort.
Must have some familiarity with basic cooking skills.
Assist buspersons with stocking and maintain the restaurant par stock levels and side station.
Help other areas of the restaurant such as answering telephones and completing financial transactions.
Print closing report and drop the cash with the front office / accounts department.
Tally the Credit Card settlements for the day with the batch closing report from EDC machine.
Close the shift on the POS terminal.

REQUIREMENTS
Education:
High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.

Experience:
Previous serving experience required.
Excellent oral communication skills required.
Positive interpersonal skills required.
Can handle local language and English

FOOD AND BEVERAGE SUPERVISOR

Reports To: Assistant Food and Beverage Manager

POSITION SUMMARY
Supervisors daily restaurant operations and assists with menu planning, maintains sanitation standards and assists servers and hosts on the floor during peak meal periods.
Strives to continually improve guest and employee satisfaction and maximize the financial performance in areas of responsibility.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Oversea the dining area, supervises food and beverage service staff in accordance with operating policies that he or she may help establish.
Creates a positive team atmosphere among Team Members.
Maintains records of staff periodic manner and operating costs.
Provides feedback and coaching to the Team regularly.
Understands building capability through Cross training
Treats all Team Members fairly, with respect.
Sets high standards for appropriate team behavior on shift.
Works with food and beverage staff to ensure proper food presentation and proper food-handling procedures.
Handle guest complaints in restaurants.
Schedules periodic food and beverage service staff meetings to ensure correct interpretation of policies and obtain feedback from staff members.
Maintain budget and employee records, prepare payroll, and pay bills, or monitor bookkeeping records.
Check quality of deliveries of fresh food and baked goods.
Meet with sales representatives to order supplies such as tableware, cooking utensils, and cleaning items.
Arrange for maintenance and repair of equipment and other services.
Total receipts and balance against sales, deposit receipts, and lock facility at end of day.
Ensures new products are executed properly following roll-out.
Is capable of handling irate customers with a friendly/calm attitude.
Ensures product quality and great service.
Shows enthusiasm about guest within the restaurant.
Is flexible in dealing with changes/problems (e.g., being short staffed).
Has effectively forecast F&B needs.
Shifts priorities and goals as work demands change.
Priorities tasks effectively to ensure most important tasks are completed on time.
Delegates and follows-up effectively.
Taking Ownership of issues or tasks and also give detail update of the F&B manager and the General Manager.
Seeks, listens and responds to Guest feedback.
Coaches team on how to exceed Guest expectations.
Does not blame others; takes accountability for problems.
Effectively identifies restaurant problems through reports and can ideate & execute to resolve the same.
Proficiency in using computer software to monitor inventory, track staff schedules and pay, and perform other record keeping tasks.
Proficiency in Point of sale (POS) software (MICROS), inventory software, Restaurant guest satisfactory tracking software etc.
Assist in planning regular and special event Menu.

REQUIREMENTS
Education:
Degree, High schooling or one year’s Diploma in hotel Management or equivalent.
Experience:

Has effectively managed Team Members for 3 years.
Previous experience in similar Job role.
Coached and improved performance of at least one poorly performing Team member.

TO APPLY
Applicants should send their Application letters and CV's to: kehinde.badmus@lilygatelagos.com

DUE DATE: 31 May, 2017