Guest Services Manager Front Office and Food & Beverage.

Aimbridge; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discounts

Flexible working

Staff meals on duty

Gym access

Career development

Job summary

Aimbridge Hospitality EMEA is seeking a Guest Services Manager in Bournemouth to lead the guest services team and ensure exceptional service throughout guests' stays. You will oversee front desk operations, reservations, and guest relations, while managing budgets and staff development.

The role requires strong leadership, excellent communication, and proficiency with hotel software systems (PMS, CRM). A passion for delivering outstanding guest experiences and upholding brand standards is

Qualifications

• Experience managing a hotel front office or similar role with strong hotel operations knowledge.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for staff guidance and guest interactions.
• Strong leadership and organisational skills to recruit, manage and motivate staff.

Responsibilities

• Oversee front desk operations and guest services team to ensure exceptional service.
• Manage reservations, check-in/check-out processes and guest preferences.
• Handle guest complaints and maintain positive relationships to protect the hotel’s reputation.
• Manage department budget, hire and train staff, and implement guest service policies.
• Ensure cleanliness and maintenance of guest rooms and common areas.
• Monitor performance, set staff goals, and ensure smooth front office operations.

Skills

Front desk operations

Reservations

Customer service

Staff management

Leadership

Communication

CRM

PMS

Tools

PMS

Booking engines

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
• Uncapped incentives to reward you for your contributions
• Flexible working opportunities
• Staff meals on duty
• Access to hotel gym facilities
• Career and lifestyle breaks - Allowing you to take time off for key life events.
• Free staff parking

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'