Hostess (Sales, Guest Relations & Specialty Coffee Expert) at Mai Shayi Coffee Roasters Limited (2 Openings)

Mai Shayi Coffee Roasters Limited is a premier specialty coffee brand in Nigeria, renowned for its end-to-end involvement in the coffee value chain. From cultivating Arabica coffee in Jos, Plateau state, to meticulous processing and batch-roasting, we promise an unparalleled coffee experience. As a forward-thinking company, our footprint extends from cafes in Lagos and Abuja to our two arabica coffee farms, a cooperative of 141 farmers, and a dedicated roastery supplying premium coffee for both retail and B2B avenues. With our expansion, we seek a skilled and detail-oriented Internal Auditor to ensure the integrity of our financial operations and compliance with legal regulations.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Hostess (Sales, Guest Relations & Specialty Coffee Expert)

Locations: Abuja (FCT) and Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Responsibilities
Sales & Business Development:

• Engage customers’ and clients’ in-person and online, building strong relationships that lead to repeat business.  Actively promote and sell Mai Shayi Coffee’s specialty coffee, brewing equipment, and Victoria Arduino/Nuova Simonelli machines to B2B and retail clients.
• Educate customers on coffee origins, roast profiles, brewing techniques, and coffee tasting experiences.
• Attend client meetings and industry events to expand our network and business opportunities.

Guest Relations & Customer Service Excellence:

• Be the face of Mai Shayi Coffee—offering personalized and engaging interactions with customers.
• Manage reservations and guest bookings for specialty coffee experiences, tastings, and curated events.
• Handle guest complaints and feedback with professionalism, ensuring every customer interaction is a positive one.
• Coordinate VIP and corporate bookings, ensuring high standards of service and experience delivery.

Curating Unique Cafe Experiences:

• Lead the creation of immersive coffee experiences, including specialty tastings, master classes, and cultural events.
• Work closely with the café operations team to implement new concepts that enhance our customer experience. Assist in conceptualizing and executing seasonal and promotional coffee events.

Internal Communications & Digital Engagement:

• Serve as a liaison between the Cafe team, Roastery, and Training Academy, ensuring smooth communication and execution of brand objectives.
• Oversee online guest interactions via Instagram, Facebook, and website inquiries, ensuring swift and professional responses.
• Assist in content creation and brand storytelling, helping to convey Mai Shayi Coffee’s heritage, innovation, and passion for coffee.

Coffee Knowledge & Technical Expertise:

• Develop a deep understanding of specialty coffee, brewing techniques, coffee roasting profiles, and beverage preparation.
• Train and educate customers and clients on the best brewing methods, decanting styles, and serving approaches for the ultimate coffee experience.
• Gain working knowledge of Victoria Arduino and Nuova Simonelli espresso machines, assisting with both retail and B2B sales by demonstrating machine capabilities.

Flexibility & Multi-Location Work:

• Be adaptable—Hostesses will be deployed to any of our cafe locations based on operational needs
• Occasionally visit existing and prospective clients for product demonstrations, relationship-building, and sales presentations.

Who we are looking for
Core Requirements:

• Interested candidates should possess a BSc Degree with 2 - 5 years work experience.
• Must have completed NYSC (National Youth Service Corps)
• Height Requirement: Tall, poised, and confident in presentation
• Passionate about coffee, sales, and guest experience
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Flexible, adaptable, and open to working across different locations
• Ability to handle multiple responsibilities and thrive in a dynamic environment
• Interest in premium hospitality, specialty coffee, and customer engagement

Bonus Skills (Preferred not mandatory):

• Prior experience in luxury hospitality, coffeehouses, retail sales, or customer service
• Knowledge of coffee brewing techniques, espresso machines, and specialty coffee
• Experience in social media engagement, content creation, or digital communication.

Why Join Us?

• Work with Nigeria’s leading specialty coffee company
• Be part of a young, innovative, and passionate team
• Gain deep coffee expertise & sales skills with ongoing training and certification
• Engage in a dynamic and multi-functional role that goes beyond traditional hospitality
• Represent a brand that is shaping the future of coffee culture in Nigeria and beyond.

Application Closing Date
24th April, 2025.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and a brief cover letter to: rita@maishayicoffee.com and copy: kayode@maishayicoffee.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.