Lady in Red

Kempinski Hotels; Manama; On-site; BHD 7,800 - 13,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lady in Red role at Kempinski Hotels in Manama requires a seasoned Front Office supervisor to ensure premier service to residents and guests. You will support the front desk, handle comments, and uphold health, safety and luxury standards in all interactions.

With a minimum two years in a Front Office supervisory position, ideally in a 5-star property, you will lead by example, communicate across multinational teams, and help drive house-residence revenues while maintaining exemplary service

Qualifications

• Eligible for a working permit in country of hire.
• Minimum 2 years Front Office supervisory experience.
• Preferably within a 5-star property or residences.

Responsibilities

• Supports and assists the front desk and concierge in the residence to ensure a smooth, prompt and effective service to all residents & guests.
• Substitutes the Front Office Duty Manager in their absence
• Handles all residents & guests’ comments & complaints, and follows up on resolving those.
• Ensures Fire Exits are free of obstacles according to Health & Safety Policy.
• Promotes in-house sales and facilities to maximize residence revenues.
• Inspects Front and Back of house for cleanliness, Health & Safety and reports faults to concerned departments.
• Co-ordinates with security personnel in related matters.
• Responds promptly to operational requests from residence sections.

Skills

Working permit

Hotel management degree

Front Office supervision

5-star property experience

Progression track

Customer-focused

Multinational communication

Additional language

Education

Hotel management degree or higher

Job description

Department: Rooms Division, Front Office & Guest Services

Location: Kingdom of Bahrain - Manama

Description

The Lady in Red is an iconic symbol of Kempinski and is in essence the Residence Ambassador (or First Lady). As an extended arm of the General Manager she welcomes, meets and farewells residents and guests and is responsible for the communication with all residents and guests providing highest quality service standards. The Lady in Red is empowered to take immediate decisions in respect to residents and guest well-being.

Key Responsibilities

• Supports and assists the front desk and concierge in the residence to ensure a smooth, prompt and effective service to all residents & guests.
• Substitutes the Front Office Duty Manager in their absence
• Handles all residents & guests’ comments & complaints, as well as following up on resolving those.
• Ensures that as per Kempinski Health & Safety Policy the Fire Exits are free of obstacles.
• Supports and assists all departments.
• Ensures that all residents & guests receives prompt, cordial attention and personal recognition and resolves related problems.
• Inform and co-ordinate with other operating departments matters which may concern them.
• Check all correspondence of the day’s arrivals to familiarize with arrived and arriving residents & guests and their needs, follows up as required.
• Maintains appropriate standards of conduct, dress, uniforms, hygiene, appearance and posture for all departmental employees.
• Ensures that all residence information is kept accurately and up to date.
• Promotes in house sales and facilities to maximize residence revenues.
• Understands and carries out duties in line with Residence Emergency Procedures.
• Inspects Front and Back of house for cleanliness, Health & Safety and reports any faults to concerned departments.
• Inspects outside areas on a daily basis.
• Co-ordinates/assists security personnel in all related matters.
• Responds promptly to any operational requests from residence sections.
• Attends to referred and unsolved problematic situations.
• Conduct efficient hand-over with coming team member.
• Additional responsibilities and tasks can be added at any time according to the needs of the business and of the residence.

Key Responsibilities

• Eligible for a working permit in country of hire
• Higher College and or Hotel Management
• Minimum 2 years Front Office supervisory position
• Preferably within a 5-star property or residences
• Proven track record with good progression.
• Mature & Customer focused.
• Ability to work and communicate in a multinational environment
• Any additional language is a plus

About Kempinski

Founded in Germany in 1897, Kempinski Hotels has long reflected the finest traditions of European hospitality. Today, as ever, Kempinski is synonymous with distinctive luxury.

Located in many of the world's most well-known cities and resorts, the Kempinski collection includes hotels in a grand manner, pace-setting modern establishments and older hotels of individual charm. All blend gracefully into their surroundings and offer luxurious accommodation, superb cuisine and unrivalled facilities - complemented by impeccable service.

For leisure and business guests alike, the name Kempinski has long been synonymous with style, mobility and efficiency. Put simply, they are the first choice for the discerning individual.

In addition to operating many of the finest city hotels in the world, Kempinski is a name that can now be found in many exciting resort locations, each combining local flair and ambience with the international standards of service and luxury that Kempinski guests have come to expect.