Director of Front Office - Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers

Hotels; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in hospitality is seeking a Director of Front Office to lead a dynamic team. This role involves overseeing the Front Office operations, ensuring exceptional guest experiences from check-in to checkout, and maintaining high standards of service. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with a proven track record in managing teams and enhancing customer satisfaction. Join a company that values its team members and is dedicated to providing remarkable hospitality experiences worldwide. If you are passionate about delivering excellence and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of supervisory experience in hotel, leisure, or retail sectors.
• High level of IT proficiency and commercial awareness.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Front Office operations to maintain high standards.
• Manage staff performance and ensure excellent guest experiences.
• Recruit, train, and develop the Front Office team.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Customer Service

Sales Capabilities

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

Degree in Hotel Management

Diploma in Hotel Management

Tools

Property Management Systems

IT Proficiency

Job description

A Director of Front Office supervises the Front Office Team to ensure that Team Members are prepared and well-informed to deliver our Guests an exceptional experience from check-in through checkout.

What will I be doing

As Director of Front Office you will oversee the Front Office Team which is the main connection between the Guest, the hotel, and the various hotel departments. A Director of Front Office is responsible for managing the first impressions of our Guests and therefore must perform the following tasks to the highest standards:

• Oversee the entire Front Office operation to maintain high standards
• Evaluate levels of Guest satisfaction and monitor trends with a focus on continuous improvement
• Ensure regular and VIP Guests are recognised and that the Front Office department operates with a sales attitude and promotes the hotel brands loyalty scheme
• Maximise room occupancy at best rates and use upselling techniques to promote hotel services and facilities
• Set departmental objectives, work schedules, budgets, policies, and procedures
• Monitor the appearance standards and performance of the Front Office Team Members with an emphasis on training and teamwork
• Ensure Team Members have current knowledge of hotel products, services, pricing, and policies as well as knowledge of the local area and are continuously trained to learn and understand policies and practices
• Maintain good communication and working relationships with all hotel departments
• Monitor staffing levels to meet cover business demands
• Conduct monthly communication meetings and produce minutes
• Manage staff performance issues in compliance with company policies and procedures
• Recruit, manage, train, and develop the Front Office team
• Comply with hotel security, fire regulations, and all health and safety legislation
• Act in accordance with policies and procedures when working with front of house equipment and property management systems
• Assist with other departments as necessary

What are we looking for

Director of Front Office serving Hilton brands are always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role you should maintain the attitude, behaviours, skills, and values that follow:

• A degree or diploma in Hotel Management or equivalent
• A minimum of 3 years of Front Office supervisory experience in the hotel, leisure, and/or retail sector
• High level of IT proficiency
• High level of commercial awareness and sales capabilities
• Experience of managing people and developing people
• Previous experience of managing a department and Profit and Loss account
• Excellent leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Accountable and resilient
• Commitment to delivering a high level of customer service
• Ability to work under pressure
• Excellent grooming standards
• Flexibility to respond to a variety of work situations
• Ability to work on your own and as part of a team
• Familiar with Property Management Systems

What will it be like to work for Hilton

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For over a century Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities, and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!

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