Duty Manager

Accor Hotels; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Accor Hotels is seeking a Front Desk Supervisor for their London location. This role oversees daily operations in providing exemplary guest service, staff training, and communication with hotel departments. Candidates must have a background in hospitality and strong leadership skills to lead the front desk team effectively.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years relevant experience in a similar capacity.
• Excellent proficiency in English; knowledge of other languages is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily operations at the Front Desk to ensure high-quality guest service.
• Conduct training and monitor team member performance.
• Handle guest complaints and ensure overall guest satisfaction.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Customer contact

Multi-tasking

Problem solving

Education

Diploma in Tourism / Hospitality Management

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

MS PowerPoint

Job description

Company Description

Welcome to Pullman Lombok Merujani Mandalika Beach Resort. Our world is your playground.

Accor’s first premium-scale resort in Lombok, With257 rooms, suites and villas—many with private pools—merge island tradition and sophisticated contemporary style. Overlooking the endless Indian Ocean or the lush gardens, in perfect harmony with their surroundings.
Dining at Pullman Lombok Mandalika is conceived to energize the body, inspire the mind and spark the palate. Two restaurants—including Sgara, the finest seafood restaurant in Lombok—and two bars serve food and drink blending the best of local and global influences. All set around our free-form pool, all with a backdrop of inspiring ocean views.
At Pullman Lombok, you’re free to do as much as you like. Or as little. The Pullman SPA creates personalized therapies for peace of mind, body and soul. Pristine beaches nearby are a hub for surfers and snorkelers. Unlock your potential on guided running trails, putting you in touch with the island environment—and your inner self. And motor races at Pertamina Mandalika International Street Circuit are just a few minutes’ drive away.

Job Description

Job Purpose

This position is responsible for the supervision of the smooth and efficient daily operation of the Front Desk and ensures that all hotel guests and visitors receive an optimum level of service and care at all times.

Primary Responsibilities

Front Office Operation

• Conduct daily briefings and ensure that all pertinent information is well received by team members
• Manage and supervise all tasks of his/her staff to ensure that highest quality service is delivered and department standards are met
• Review, analyze and suggest improvement of work flow and standards at the Front Desk
• Analyze rate variance report to ensure rooms revenue control, approve discounts and rebates
• Communicate with Front Office Manager on all matters regarding guest services & hotel operations
• Ensure documentation of all guest related issues using the logbook
• Sign media and supervise shift handover procedures
• Coordinate and communicate with other hotel departments as required regarding general administration and operations issues
• Provide management presence at all times by assisting with the handling of guests’ needs and complaints tactfully and efficiently
• Assist Guest Relations in greeting, rooming, and sending off guests
• Inspect front of house and back of house regularly for cleanliness and orderliness
• Ensure that front line staff complies with marketing techniques and maximizes sales
• Check billing instructions, monitor guest credit and act upon any discrepancies
• Coordinate full house situations and makes all necessary arrangements to handle overbooking and pledge relocates
• Ensureprocedures of On-Call Valet Desks and driveways are manned at all times and run efficiently
• Ensures the Safety, Security and Loss Control policies and procedures are compiled with at the lobby and driveway. Handle and manage hotel emergencies.
• Conduct Night Audit Process for hotel

Team Management

• Provide department orientation and training of the hotel service standards, procedures and programs
• Constantly monitor team members’ appearance, attitude and degree of professionalism
• Motivates and provides a work environment which brings out the best in team members

Qualifications

Profile

Knowledge and Experience

• Diploma in Tourism / Hospitality Management
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in a similar capacity
• Excellent reading, writing and oral proficiency in English language
• Ability to speak other languages and basic understanding of local languages will be an advantage
• Good working knowledge of MS Excel, Word, & PowerPoint

Competencies

• Strong leadership, interpersonal and training skills
• Good communication and customer contact skills
• Results and service oriented with an eye for details
• Ability to multi-task, work well in stressful & high-pressure situations
• A team player & builder
• A motivator & self-starter
• Well-presented and professionally groomed at all times

Additional Information

• Possess skills of leadership, developing, strategic thinking, problem solver.
• Excellent communication.
• Results and service oriented with an eye for details.
• Ability to multi-task, work well in stressful & high-pressure situations.
• A team player & builder.
• A motivator & self-starter.
• Well-presented and always professionally groomed.