Assistant Front Office Manager

Description:

• Management of the Hotel Front Office operation to achieve a reputation as a market leader
• Run and actively participate in weekly Front Office meetings, respecting the confidentiality of issues which may be discussed formally or informally.
• Effective supervision of all guest arrivals and departures, ensuring that room allocations and check in/check out processes follow set procedures and are customer focused.
• Full utilisation of the Front Office system, ensuring accuracy in use and a range of accurate reports are produced to meet operational needs.
• Supervision of lobby services (including Car parking and Porter services where applicable), ensuring guest arrivals and departures are as efficient as possible.
• Regular liaison with Maintenance ensuring maintenance requests are completed quickly, focusing on guest needs as a priority.
• Operation of an effective night audit function in conjunction with the Financial Controller. Accuracy of this daily function being paramount while maintaining customer focus.
• Preparation of Front Office monthly reports, commenting on key company performances and forecasts.
• Ensure public areas are clean and well presented with regular monitoring.
• Ensure there is management support and presence visible on Front Desk and in the lobby during key times throughout the day.
• Daily liaison with the Reservations office to ensure accuracy in room allocation and maximising of yield.
• Adherence to Emergency Communication procedures ensuring that enquiries from the media are only responded to by the nominated spokesperson.
• Strive to implement the Accor Vision and demonstrate active use of Accor Values.
• Any other duties assigned by your manager.