Front Office Manager

Leonardo Hotels; Tees Valley; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Room rate discounts

Recognition scheme

Referral programme

Wellbeing calendar

Training and progression

Thank You Week

Job summary

Leonardo Hotels Middlesbrough is seeking a proactive Front Office Manager to lead the front desk team and ensure outstanding guest experiences. You’ll drive service standards, manage daily operations and collaborate with other departments to deliver memorable stays.

As a visible leader, you’ll coach staff, manage KPIs, and step in as Duty Manager when required, shaping a welcoming, efficient environment across our Leonardo Hotel estate.

Qualifications

• Experience leading front desk or guest services teams.
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to drive service standards in hospitality.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate the front office team to meet KPIs.
• Ensure smooth daily operations and guest satisfaction at the front desk.
• Collaborate with other departments to deliver memorable guest experiences.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Guest service

Hospitality

Duty Manager

Job description

## Front Office ManagerApply: Leonardo Hotel Middlesbrough: Full time: Posted 29 Days Ago: JR105393Be Yourself – Be a Bold Team Player – Be Leonardo Once you’re part of the team, you’re part of the Leonardo community of over 55 hotels across the UK & Ireland!The Front Office Manager will direct the strategic initiatives and objectives of the Front Office department, as well as managing day to day operations through the engagement of the team. All members of the department work together to create memorable moments for guests, in line with both company and hotel-specific service standards, and collaborate closely with other departments within the hotel. You will act as an ambassador for your own hotel and the wider Leonardo Hotels estate, demonstrating the company vision, mission and values. At all times, you will treat others around you with respect, dignity and fairness. As a Front Office Manager, you’ll keep your department running like clockwork and lead your team to ensure our guests have an incredible experience with us. Take a deep breath because you’ll be stepping into a busy role! You’ll be an integral member of the management team, inspiring a vibrant team to ensure the delivery of exceptional guest service and exceed guests’ expectations. If you’re our ideal Front Office Manager, you will: • Create a fun and engaged department to deliver on KPIs and support your team to achieve these • Have a passion for hospitality and be a role model for your hotel • Bring your positive energy to work with you every day • Complete Duty Manager shifts as required – take the chance to get involved in other areas of the hotel!Some of the perks our Front Office Manager could enjoy include:* Special rates on Leonardo Hotel rooms across the UK & Europe* Company-wide recognition scheme: you could earn vouchers to spend on a wide range of high street shops* Talent referral scheme* Thank You Week: from ice cream trucks to yoga classes and lots in between!* Wellbeing Calendar* Ongoing job-related training programmes with clear paths for progressionWe’re committed to creating a workplace where every individual—regardless of background, identity, or lived experience—is welcomed, valued, and respected for who they are. Belonging means embracing our differences and ensuring everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered.Why come join us as a Front Office Manager?We look after our colleagues just as well as we look after our guests. Our regular Learning Bites, “Come Join Us Guest Care” training and Wellbeing webinars all help your progress with us. With support on tap, top-notch practical training and clear progression you’ll be on track for a brilliant future in Hospitality!