Front Office Manager

Minor Hotels; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

Exclusive hotel deals

Global perks

Retail rewards

Wellness support

Parental leave

Job summary

Oaks Brisbane on Felix Suites, part of Minor Hotels, is seeking an experienced Front Office Manager to lead the Front Office team on a fixed term maternity leave contract in Brisbane.

You will welcome guests, oversee bookings, manage a diverse team, adjust rosters, and support recruitment while ensuring service excellence and smooth daily operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years’ experience at a supervisor level within a hotel or resort environment.
• Exceptional people management skills, with the ability to lead and motivate a diverse team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional customer service skills and an unwavering positive attitude.
• Availability to work a variety of shifts, including weekends and public holidays if required.

Responsibilities

• Provide an outstanding guest welcoming experience by maintaining front office standards.
• Meet guests on arrival and settle them into their rooms.
• Maintain professional, open communication to assist guests and bookings.
• Guide and support the team in delivering outstanding guest experiences.
• Ensure daily tasks are completed accurately and timely.
• Resolve guest complaints promptly and professionally.
• Maintain accurate guest accounts and assist with daily reporting.
• Effectively manage team rosters to meet budgets.
• Support Hotel Manager with recruitment.

Skills

People management

Guest service

Communication

Shift leadership

Tools

Trust accounting

Job description

Overview

Minor Hotels is one of Australasia’s largest accommodation providers, managing over 70 properties in the region and a global portfolio of 640 properties across more than 66 countries. Our brands, Anantara, Avani, Oaks, NH Hotels, NH Collection, nhow, and Tivoli, span six continents, including Asia Pacific, the Middle East, Africa, the Indian Ocean, Europe, and South America. Joining Minor means partnering with a diverse, expanding global organisation offering boundless opportunities to thrive and succeed.

Oaks Brisbane on Felix Suites

are looking for an experienced, professional and enthusiastic Front Office Manager to lead the Front Office team on a Fixed Term Maternity Leave contract.

The moment a guest steps into our hotel you will make them feel at home with your welcoming and warm presence. You have the important job of leading your team and driving exceptional customer experiences.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Providing an outstanding guest welcoming experience by demonstrating a commitment to service excellence and maintaining the front office and reception operational standards.
• Meeting guests and customers when they arrive and ensure they are settled in their rooms
• Maintaining professional, open and honest communication to assist guests and make accurate bookings
• Guide & support the team in providing outstanding guest welcoming and experiences.
• Ensuring that all daily tasks are completed accurately and in a timely manner
• Resolve & respond to guest complaints in a timely and professional manner.
• Maintain accurate guest accounts and assist with daily reporting
• Effectively manage team roster to meet budgets.
• Support Hotel Manager with recruitment

Shift Details (subject to change):

• Rotating roster across Monday to Sunday
• Shift times scheduled within 7:00am to 11:00pm
• Immediate start available
• 12 month maternity leave position

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will require the following:

• Minimum 2+ years’ experience at a supervisor level within a hotel or resort environment.
• Exceptional people management skills, with the ability to lead and motivate a diverse team
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional customer service skills and an unwavering positive attitude.
• Understanding of Trust accounting
• A passion for delivering exceptional, pro-active customer service.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Availability to work a variety of shifts, including weekends and public holidays if required.

Additional Information

At Minor Hotels, we value our people as the heart of our success. Joining Minor means, you’ll enjoy a rewarding package designed to support your professional growth, wellbeing, and work-life balance:

What We Offer:

• Career Growth: Learning and developmentprograms to boost your career.
• Exclusive Hotel Deals: 50% off stays at Minor Hotels in Australasia; 20% off for friends and family.
• Global Perks: International accommodation discounts across our hotel brands.
• Retail Rewards: Cashback and discountsat 400+ top retailers in AU/NZ.
• Experiences: Discounted entertainment and activities.
• Banking and Insurance: Exclusive health insurance offers and workplace banking benefits.
• Generous Leave: Parental and birthday leave.
• Wellness Boost: EAP and tailored wellness support.

Our people drive the success of our business; We are a dynamic organisation dedicated to delivering exceptional guest experiences. We invest in your skills and foster a workplace culture that celebrates innovation, collaboration, and personal growth.