Team Leader - Bar

Expected to open 2025, Hyatt Regency Lagos Ikeja is ideally located in the serene GRA and just moments away from Murtala Muhammed International Airport. Hyatt Regency Lagos Ikeja is a premier hotel in Lagos, Nigeria, offering the perfect blend of convenience and elegance where our guests feel comfortable, connected, and encouraged to be their best selves because they are welcome and relaxed in our care. Hyatt Regency hotels and resorts are founded on openness - our colleagues consistently serve with open minds and open hearts to deliver unforgettable celebrations, effortless relaxation and notable culinary experiences alongside expert meetings and technology-enabled collaboration. We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Team Leader - Bar Req ID: IKE000041

Location: Ikeja, Lagos

Employment type: Full-time Summary The Team Leader – Bar is responsible for supervising the daily operations of the bar, ensuring excellent guest service, beverage quality, operational efficiency and compliance with hotel standards. The role involves coordinating bar associates, monitoring beverage preparation and presentation, managing inventory, controlling wastage, ensuring accurate billing and maintaining high standards of cleanliness, hygiene and safety. The successful candidate will lead and motivate the bar team, provide on-the-job coaching, handle guest enquiries and complaints professionally, promote beverage sales through responsible upselling, and ensure compliance with established operating procedures. The role also requires effective coordination with other Food and Beverage outlets and departments to deliver a seamless guest experience consistent with Hyatt Regency service standards.

Qualifications

Minimum of an OND or equivalent qualification in Hospitality Management, Food and Beverage Service, or a related discipline. Minimum of two to three years of relevant experience in bar operations within a upscale hotel, restaurant or similar hospitality establishment. Previous supervisory or team leadership experience is an advantage. Good knowledge of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, cocktails, beverage presentation and bar service standards. Knowledge of inventory control, beverage cost management, POS operations and cash-handling procedures. Strong communication, interpersonal, leadership and customer-service skills. Ability to work under pressure, manage a team and resolve guest concerns effectively. Knowledge of hygiene, food safety and responsible alcohol-service practices. Flexibility to work shifts, weekends and public holidays as required.