Experienced Hotel Reception Supervisor

Grand Hotel Malahide; Malahide; On-site; EUR 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Meals on duty

Employee discounts

Insurance discount

Employee assistance

Bike to work

Gym access

Refer a friend

Cash savings

Recognition program

Job summary

The Grand Hotel Malahide is seeking an Experienced Hotel Reception Supervisor to lead the Front Office team and maintain high standards of guest service. In this role you will supervise daily operations, support check-ins/check-outs, handle guest inquiries, and collaborate with housekeeping, reservations, and F&B to ensure smooth service.

You should have hotel front office experience, supervisory skills, strong communication, and a professional, welcoming attitude with flexibility for evenings

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a hotel Reception/Front Office role is essential.
• Previous supervisory experience within a hotel environment is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of Front Office and hotel operations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong leadership and team-management abilities.
• Excellent customer service skills with a genuine passion for hospitality.
• Confident handling guest complaints and challenging situations.
• Experience using hotel PMS systems and general computer systems.
• Strong cash-handling and administrative skills.
• Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support the Reception team during daily operations.
• Lead by example and ensure a warm, professional and welcoming service is provided to all guests.
• Assist with guest check-ins and check-outs, ensuring the process is efficient and accurate.
• Handle guest queries, requests and complaints professionally and ensure appropriate follow-up.
• Support the team with reservations, room allocations, amendments and cancellations.
• Monitor daily arrivals and departures, VIP guests and special requests.
• Ensure all guest accounts, payments and cash-handling procedures are completed accurately.
• Liaise with Housekeeping, Reservations, Food & Beverage, Maintenance and other departments to ensure smooth hotel operations.
• Complete and communicate shift handovers effectively.
• Ensure Reception procedures, hotel standards and company policies are consistently followed.
• Assist with training, coaching and onboarding of new Reception team members.
• Support the Front Office Manager with staff performance and development.
• Monitor the presentation of the Reception area and ensure it is maintained to a high standard.
• Promote hotel facilities, services and local attractions to guests.
• Identify opportunities to maximise revenue through upgrades and additional hotel services.
• Deal with operational issues promptly and escape matters to management when required.
• Assist with opening and closing procedures.
• Ensure all health and safety, security and GDPR procedures are followed.
• Complete relevant reports and administrative duties accurately.
• Support the Front Office Manager and Management team with daily operational requirements.
• Carry out any other reasonable duties required to support the successful operation of the hotel.

Skills

Front Office operations

Supervisory experience

Customer service

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Team management

Cash handling

Guest relations

Tools

PMS systems

Job description

Experienced Hotel Reception Supervisor - 4* Grand Hotel, Malahide

The Grand Hotel, Malahide

Are you an experienced hospitality professional who enjoys leading a team and creating memorable experiences for guests?

The Grand Hotel Malahide is looking for a Experienced Hotel Reception Supervisor to join our team and play an important role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation of the hotel.

About The Role

The Hotel Reception Supervisor is responsible for supporting the smooth and efficient operation of the Front Office while delivering an exceptional guest experience.

Working closely with the Front Office Manager and wider management team, the Reception Supervisor will lead and support the Reception team, ensuring high standards of service, professionalism and attention to detail are maintained at all times.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and support the Reception team during daily operations.
• Lead by example and ensure a warm, professional and welcoming service is provided to all guests.
• Assist with guest check-ins and check-outs, ensuring the process is efficient and accurate.
• Handle guest queries, requests and complaints professionally and ensure appropriate follow-up.
• Support the team with reservations, room allocations, amendments and cancellations.
• Monitor daily arrivals and departures, VIP guests and special requests.
• Ensure all guest accounts, payments and cash-handling procedures are completed accurately.
• Liaise with Housekeeping, Reservations, Food & Beverage, Maintenance and other departments to ensure smooth hotel operations.
• Complete and communicate shift handovers effectively.
• Ensure Reception procedures, hotel standards and company policies are consistently followed.
• Assist with training, coaching and onboarding of new Reception team members.
• Support the Front Office Manager with staff performance and development.
• Monitor the presentation of the Reception area and ensure it is maintained to a high standard.
• Promote hotel facilities, services and local attractions to guests.
• Identify opportunities to maximise revenue through upgrades and additional hotel services.
• Deal with operational issues promptly and escape matters to management when required.
• Assist with opening and closing procedures.
• Ensure all health and safety, security and GDPR procedures are followed.
• Complete relevant reports and administrative duties accurately.
• Support the Front Office Manager and Management team with daily operational requirements.
• Carry out any other reasonable duties required to support the successful operation of the hotel.

What We Are Looking For:

• Previous experience in a hotel Reception/Front Office role is essential.
• Previous supervisory experience within a hotel environment is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of Front Office and hotel operations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong leadership and team-management abilities.
• Excellent customer service skills with a genuine passion for hospitality.
• Confident dealing with guest complaints and challenging situations.
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Good attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.
• Experience using hotel PMS systems and general computer systems.
• Strong cash-handling and administrative skills.
• Professional, positive and approachable attitude.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends and public holidays.

Just some of the Perks of working with us

• Competitive salary & flexible working arrangements
• Opportunities for training, development and career progression
• Meals on duty
• Staff, family & friends discounts across the FBD Hotels Group for Employees and Family & Friends
• FBD Insurance 15% Discount
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Bike to Work Scheme
• Complimentary access & use to our award winning Gym & leisure Facilities- The Arena Fitness & Health Club
• Refer a Friend Scheme
• Cash Saving's Scheme
• Reward & Recognition Programme