Guest Service Manager

Aimbridge Hospitality; Leeds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A hospitality management company in Leeds is seeking a Guest Services Manager responsible for leading the guest services team and ensuring exceptional service. This role includes overseeing front desk operations, managing reservations, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and guest satisfaction. The ideal candidate will have prior hotel management experience and strong interpersonal skills. You will also manage the team's budget, develop policies, and ensure a positive guest experience. Join us to shape the future of hospitality.

Benefits

Industry leading training opportunities

Hotel discounts

Flexible working opportunities

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Prior experience managing a hotel front office or similar position.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong leadership and organisational skills.
• Good understanding of hotel software and systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage the guest services team to ensure exceptional service.
• Oversee front desk operations and manage reservations.
• Handle guest complaints professionally.
• Maintain cleanliness in guest rooms and common areas.
• Manage departmental budget and staff hiring/training.
• Develop and implement guest service policies.

Skills

Hotel operations understanding

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Organisational skills

Hotel software knowledge

Tools

Property Management Systems (PMS)

Booking engines

Customer Relationship Management (CRM)

Job description

Who are we?

Aimbridge Hospitality EMEA are a division of the global Aimbridge Hospitality brand. We’re passionate about connecting great people to great experiences in exciting destinations, working with brands such as Hilton, IHG, Accor, Marriott and everything in between. From the rich diversity of our people and locations to our “people first” approach to business, the Aimbridge experience is like no other.

What is in it for you?

As part of the Aimbridge team, you will have access to industry leading benefits that include

• Industry leading training and leadership development opportunities
• Hotel discounts portfolio wide – Staff rates and up to 50% discount on food & beverage and spa
• Access to Stream - Stream up to 40% pay as it is earned and set automatic savings to support your financial wellbeing
• 24/7 access to our employee assistance programme
• Flexible working opportunities
• Career and lifestyle breaks – Allowing you to take time off for key life events.

A day in the life of…

As Guest Services Manager you’ll be responsible for managing the guest services team and ensuring that guests receive exceptional service throughout their stay. Key responsibilities include overseeing front desk operations, managing reservations, handling guest complaints, and ensuring the cleanliness and maintenance of guest rooms and common areas. You’ll be responsible for managing the budget for the department, hiring and training staff, and developing and implementing guest service policies and procedures. In addition, you will be responsible for maintaining positive relationships with guests and ensuring that the hotel's reputation for excellent customer service is upheld.

What do we need from you?

• You’ll have prior experience in managing a hotel front office or similar position with a good understanding of hotel operations, including reservations, check-in and check-out procedures, and customer service.
• As Guest Services Manager, you should have excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively manage staff and interact with guests. You should be able to provide guidance and feedback to staff members and handle customer complaints and queries in a professional manner.
• Strong leadership and organisational skills to effectively recruit manage and motivate staff members. You should be able to set goals and objectives, delegate tasks, and monitor performance to ensure that the front office operates smoothly and efficiently.
• We’re looking for you to have a good understanding of hotel software and systems, including property management systems (PMS), booking engines, and customer relationship management (CRM) tools. You’ll be able to use these tools to manage reservations, track guest preferences and feedback, and analyse performance data.

Most importantly, to be successful in this role, you will be passionate about providing an exceptional guest experience and living through our brand standards.

At Aimbridge, we recognise that people are the heart of our business. As a Global leader, we are committed to representing our global community and offering everyone ‘A Place to Grow’

So, click apply today, we’d love to welcome you to our inclusive team shaping the future of hospitality.