Front Office Manager
2 weeks ago
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB:
To ensure a smooth, prompt and effective service to all guests. All guests are to be attended to according to their individual needs and the service will be conducted in line with all standards. Ensures maximum compliance with the Company's guest service standards, to maintain and enhance Rooms Division profitability. Directs and controls the activities of the Front Desk, Concierge, Guest Services and Front door teams. Acts as the manager on duty in the hotel when senior managers are not available. Will manage shifts at the Front Desk and oversee all scheduling for the front office division.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- The Front Office Manager will ensure that he/she conducts him/herself in line with the hotel vision that through our people we will be the Hotel of Choice by providing passionate hospitality and innovative service where we consistently anticipate and exceed the needs of our most discerning guests.
- Establish a loyal and well-maintained regular guest base that is well looked after and treated towards their individual needs.
- Use innovative approaches to services and amenities based on guest profiling to exceed expectations and maintain a competitive edge in the market.
- Monitor the latest trends in the industry and implement new ideas that support the culture and goals of the hotel.
- Ensure that all the facilities as well as operational equipment are well maintained and regularly inspected.
- Develop the strategic goals and revenue targets for the department and create the yearly budget and plan to deliver on these.
- Support all programmes that increase revenue and sales opportunities ensuring that all employees are trained and committed to the same goal.
- Handle any guest comments and ensure appropriate follow up takes place and is communicated to the relevant departments.
- Plan, take corrective action and follow up on guest feedback received both through internal and external sources.
- Ensure that, in particular, all first-time guests receive a personalized and warm welcome, hassle-free check-in and check-out experience, and memorable stay including farewell at the hotel.
- Coordinate with all relevant departments that guest requests are acted upon promptly.
- Inspect guest rooms on a rotating basis.
- Will be responsible for all financial duties of the front office team, including shift balancing, cash variances, float checks, and open folios.
- Brief Director of Rooms/Hotel Manager/General Manager on all arriving/departing VIP guests.
- Ensure all related aspects of any promotional or loyalty programme are communicated well to all guests as part of the enrolling process and ongoing promotions of services within the programme.
- Give the employees and managers the flexibility and empower them to flex their approach to procedural policies to better serve the guest, as long as those policies are not based on legal, compliance, or financial commitments.
- Supervise, guide, train and manage the performance of all departmental heads within Front Office, and ensure they always meet standards required.
- Select, lead, and develop a successful and inspiring team of high potential employees and manage their performance and progress, including progressive discipline and conducting annual reviews.
- Follow up with constructive feedback and coaching where applicable.
- Responsible for the overnight team in relation to enforcing standards, ensuring continuous training specifically with regards to Health & Safety and cover any shifts necessary.
- Ensure that a clear communication structure is set within the Front office and conduct regular on and off the job training sessions as well as team meetings to maintain good communication within and across other departments.
- Conduct personnel related functions such as interviewing, appraising, counseling, and succession planning to ensure appropriate staffing and productivity.
- Develop the personnel structure for the department in conjunction with the HR department including salary guidance.
Skills:
Guest Assistance
Management
Communication
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