Front Office Manager - Maternity Cover (fixed 1 year)

FAIRMONT; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel chain in Edinburgh is seeking a Front Office Manager to lead the guest experience team. This role involves mentoring staff, enhancing guest interactions, and ensuring service excellence. Ideal candidates will have previous hotel management experience, alongside excellent communication and problem-solving skills. The position offers a competitive salary and numerous employee benefits including hotel discounts and professional training opportunities.

Benefits

Discounts at Accor Hotels

Private Medical Insurance

Performance Bonus

Free hotel stays

Training and Development

28 days holidays

Private Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Front Office Manager or leader.
• Calm and composed presence under pressure.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and engage the Front Office team.
• Inspire team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Oversee guest arrivals and departures.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Organizational skills

Team mentoring

Tools

Opera Cloud PMS

Job description

Company Description

Salary:£33500 - £35000

1 year Maternity Cover
Applicants with current right to work in the UK

What is in it for you?

• ALL Heartist Card for Accor Hotels Worldwide (Discounts off stays, dinning, shopping and more)
• Private Medical Insurance
• Performance Bonus
• Up to 4 nights free stays in our UK hotels(T&C apply)
• Hotel discounts for your Friends &Family
• Training & Development
• 28 days holidays per year (up to 33 with length of service)
• Support for your wellbeing
• Private Pension Scheme with increased employer contributions
• Cycle to work scheme
• Staff meals
• Uniform provided

Our objective is simple: make you grow and give you the spark to unleash your personality

Job Description

As Front Office Manager, you will lead the heart of our guest experience, driving your team to deliver genuine, personalised at every interaction. You’ll create a culture where your people feel inspired, supported, and motivated to deliver their very best every day. Calm, confident, and composed under pressure, you’ll set the standard for professionalism, warmth, and attention to detail.

If you feel you are the right candidate for the role as our Front Office Manager, please click ‘ apply ’ now! We ’ d love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and engage the Front Office team to create a positive, high-performing culture.
• Inspire your team to deliver authentic, thoughtful, and seamless guest experiences.
• Act as a calm and confident role model, guiding your team through busy or challenging moments with composure and focus.
• Oversee guest arrivals and departures, ensuring each interaction reflects true service standards.
• Provide regular coaching and constructive feedback to support individual and team development.
• Handle guest feedback and concerns with empathy, professionalism, and a solutions-first approach.
• Collaborate with other hotel departments to ensure smooth operations and a cohesive guest experience.
• Implement training and development initiatives that empower your team to exceed expectations.
• Build lasting relationships with VIPs and returning guests, ensuring they feel recognised and valued.
• Monitor and manage Front Office operations with efficiency and attention to detail.
• Be flexible and available across a rotating roster of mornings, evenings, and overnights to maintain service excellence.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Front Office Manager, or as a Front Office Leader ready to step into the next level within a hotel environment.
• A confident and supportive leader with a track record of engaging, mentoring, and developing teams.
• A calm and composed presence under pressure, with excellent problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills to inspire your team and connect authentically with guests.
• Strong organisational and time-management abilities to manage competing priorities.
• An energetic, team-focused, and proactive attitude.
• Natural ability to build trust and maintain strong relationships with both guests and colleagues.
• Prior experience with Opera Cloud PMS will be highly regarded.

Additional Information

Our missionis to create memorable moments for our guests, by connecting hearts from arrival to farewell.

A job, a career or a calling - whatever brings you here, we have something for you!

One more thing…

By working with us, you will be part of the Accor network, worldwide hospitality leader. You can be all you are, work with purpose, grow, learn, enjoy and explore Accor’s limitless opportunities. Discover our Talent stories at heart-of-hospitality.com or on Instagram @heart.of.hospitality

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