Night Manager

Accor; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Additional holidays with service

Refer a Friend program

Employee Advisory Service

Discount card for Accor hotels

Job summary

Ibis Cambridge Central Station is seeking a Night Manager to lead overnight hotel operations, focusing on Front Office, night audit, and safety. You will supervise staff, coordinate with the Front Office Manager, and ensure guest satisfaction during night hours.

The role requires a hands-on approach, strong organizational skills, and the ability to handle emergencies. English fluency and weekend/night availability are essential for success at this site in Cambridge.

Qualifications

• Friendly, guest-focused personality.
• Ability to use OPERA Cloud software.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word/Excel).
• Previous Night Manager experience desirable.
• Able to work nights and weekends.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all hotel operations during the night shift (FO, night audit, safety).
• Assist the Front Office Manager with department operations including planning and staffing.
• Deliver high level of guest service and maintain security throughout the night.
• Conduct night audits and ensure smooth handover to day team.

Skills

Guest-focused

Communication skills

Problem-solving mindset

Independent worker

Tools

OPERA Cloud

Microsoft Office (Word/Excel)

Job description

Company Description

Why joining Ibis Cambridge?

We welcome you as you are! We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore limitless possibilities within the company. By joining us, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow’s hospitality.

Do what you love, care for the world, dare to challenge the status quo! #BELIMITLESS

Our mission at Ibis Cambridge Central Station is to create memorable moments for our guests, by connecting hearts from arrival to farewell.

If you have a passion for hospitality and love making people feel welcome, we want YOU to be part of our Team!

Job Description

As our next Night Manager, you:

• Are the Manager on Duty and responsible for all hotel operations during overnight shift hours, focusing on Front Office operations, night audit and hotel safety/security.
• You will assist the Front Office Manager in all aspects of the department including but not limited to operations, planning, budgeting, staffing and payroll in accordance with hotel policies and procedures.
• Are passionate about guests and delivering great service.
• Have a strong level of knowledge and experience across the operations.
• Have a hands‑on approach, are organised and supportive of your team, providing guidance and support and managing hotel operations during the night.
• Take initiative and are reactive to situations as they arise, finding suitable solutions and ensuring a positive outcome.
• Are results‑driven and understand what needs to be done in order to achieve the hotel goals.
• Undertake night audits and corridor checks to make sure everyone in the hotel is safe and looked after.
• Maintain strong working relationships and communicate with all departments, ensuring a continuous link between night and day.
• Adheres to and promotes the Company’s Health & safety policies to ensure a safe work environment and knowledgeable all safety & emergency procedures ensuring a clean and safe working environment

Qualifications

• A friendly, guest-focused personality with a passion for hospitality.
• Ability to use Property Management System software such as OPERA Cloud
• Competency with Microsoft Office including Word and Excel
• Previous experience as a Night Manager would be desirable
• Ability to work independently and manage night shifts responsibly
• Strong communication skills and a problem‑solving mindset.
• Availability to work night shifts (10:45PM – 7:00 AM) and weekends
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Understanding of hotel and financial security procedures as well as guest confidentiality

Additional Information

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including pension, additional holidays with service, a “Recommend a Friend” program and Employee Advisory Service.
• Flexible rota.
• Discount Card for Accor Hotels Worldwide.
• Complimentary stays in UK hotels (Free Bonus Breaks Vouchers, subject to availability and T&C).
• Opportunities for career growth and international development.
• A one-night stay experience to help you understand guest needs.
• A supportive work environment with an engaging team culture.

A Little More Information

To help you navigate your role, and support your success you will be trained in all front of house related functions and the safety of the property and people.

By joining us as a Night Manager, you will become part of a friendly team of 40 talents.

To ensure you can best welcome and care for our guests you will need to be fluent in English.

Understanding things from our guest’s perspective is key, so while you are settling into your new role we will arrange a one-night stay for you to experience this first hand.

One more thing…

By working at Ibis Cambridge Central Station, you will be part of the Accor network, worldwide hospitality leader. With us, 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

Our Commitment To Diversity & Inclusion

We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent, creating an environment where everyone feels they belong.

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