Supporting company and hotel policies and procedures including the promotion and participation in EOS Health and Safety and GSI initiatives.
Using discretion and tact when dealing with guest enquiries, problems, or complaints in an efficient and professional manner without detriment to the Hotel and/or its reputation.
Checking and maintaining the Manager on Duty safe in accordance with the procedures set by the company.
The Night Manager will be responsible for carrying the Manager on Duty's key at all times and must never hand them to anyone else.
Advising the Front Desk Manager of any matters relating to guests, their welfare, and behavior as considered desirable for various reasons.
Ensuring all employees within Front Office are fully aware of the daily inventory yield, revenue management, and sell rates.
Assisting in building an efficient team of employees by taking an active interest in their welfare, safety, and development.
Maintaining the integrity of the Front Office environment, sharing knowledge, contacts, and being compassionate with all colleagues. All matters must be handled professionally.
Attending to all guest complaints immediately and initiating follow-up. It is imperative that all guest complaints are dealt with promptly to attain guest satisfaction and protect the hotel's interests.
Providing management with reports on all incidents and recommending actions to avoid repetition of any incident, accident, theft, complaints, etc.
Ensuring maximum safety for colleagues, guests, and patrons during emergencies. The protection of the hotel's interests must be the major concern.
Being fully trained in emergency procedures and assisting in carrying out any practice drills.
Acting as per assigned duties in the E.R.T. Manual during emergency procedures as per the Fire and Evacuation Plan (including leading the E.R.T.).
Monitoring the car park and driveway.
Making regular rounds of the Hotel to ensure smooth operations in all areas.
Authorizing after-hour distribution of keys, including dry stores and beverage stock.
Supervising all hotel operations during night hours.
Performing any other related duties assigned by the Front Office Manager.
Creating and being dedicated to a positive team-oriented work environment through open communication, empathy, and support.
Completing regular quality assurance inspections and coaching accordingly.
Sending an unbiased report to all concerned at the completion of every shift.
Ensuring that the department's equipment is well cared for and properly maintained.
Ensuring that Night Team colleagues are well trained and prepared for hotel emergency procedures.
Acting as Manager on Duty as per the MoD brief and ensuring all related tasks are completed accordingly.
Qualifications:
Knowledge of Opera CRS, Opera PM, Opera Sales & Catering, MS Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Meeting Matrix.
Minimum of one year previous Front Office supervisory experience.
Highly organized, career and results-oriented, with the ability to be flexible with hours, days off, assignments, and additional duties.
Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced and constantly changing environment.
Excellent written and verbal interpersonal and communication skills.
Strong team player with proven leadership, development, and delegating skills.
Highest guest service skills, talent, and knowledge with the vision and ability to lead employees to excellence.