Front Office Manager

O'Callaghan Hotel Group; Dublin; Remote; EUR 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Your Birthday as an extra paid day off

Enhanced holidays with service

Rewards programme

Refer a friend - €1000 reward

Discounted room stays - friends and 가족

Job summary

O'Callaghan Collection in central Dublin invites a seasoned Front Desk Manager to lead the guest services team across our luxury hotels. You will oversee check-in/check-out, handle guest requests, and ensure seamless front desk operations with a personal touch.

The role focuses on staff supervision, training, budget awareness, and maintaining high service standards through attention to detail. We value professionalism, enthusiasm, and a customer‑focused approach as we continue to deliver

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience at a manager level in a busy hotel.
• Outgoing personality with a passion for service.
• Excellent guest service and people skills.
• Attention to detail in delivering customer care standards.
• Strong written and spoken English.
• Able to multi-task and help in all hotel areas.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.
• Flexible with early starts, late finishes, weekends and bank holidays.

Responsibilities

• Oversee front desk operations including check-in/check-out, guest interactions and issue resolution.
• Lead and supervise the front desk team, providing guidance and support.
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure seamless guest services.
• Conduct training sessions to elevate service standards.
• Monitor budgets and revenue related to front desk operations.
• Ensure compliance with hotel policies and safety regulations.

Job description

The O'Callaghan Collection is a design-led collection of Irish family-owned luxury boutique hotels located in the heart of Dublin city centre.

Each of our hotels has its own distinct character, inspired by its location and designed to deliver a unique and memorable guest experience. Proud of our heritage, we continue to invest in our properties and services to meet the evolving needs of today's travellers while maintaining the warm hospitality and personal touch that define our collection.

At the heart of everything we do is a commitment to exceptional service. We believe that memorable guest experiences are created through genuine hospitality, attention to detail, and a passion for exceeding expectations at every touchpoint.

As we continue to evolve, we are looking for individuals who share our dedication to excellence and take pride in delivering outstanding experiences. We value people who bring professionalism, enthusiasm, and a customer-focused approach to everything they do.

Joining O'Callaghan Collection means becoming part of a respected hospitality team with a reputation for quality, authenticity, and service excellence. If you are passionate about creating memorable moments for guests and contributing to a luxury hospitality experience, we would love to hear from you.

We are Caring | Proud | Accountable | Determined.

Benefits:

• Your Birthday as an extra paid day off!
• Enhanced holidays with service
• Rewards programme
• Refer a friend - €1000 reward
• Discounted room stays - friends and family
• Discounted F & B when you are a guest in any of our hotels
• The opportunity to progress - 4 Hotels in Dublin city and a Hotel in Gibraltar
• Tax saver for travel tickets
• Bike to work scheme and a safe place to leave your bike.

Role information:

• Staff Supervision: Oversee the front desk team, providing guidance and support in daily operations, including check-in/check-out procedures, guest interactions, and resolving issues.
• Guest Satisfaction: Ensure exceptional guest experiences by maintaining high service standards, handling complaints or special requests effectively, and monitoring feedback to continuously improve services.
• Administrative Tasks: Manage reservations, monitor room inventory, and coordinate with other departments to ensure seamless guest services. Maintain accurate records and handle financial transactions efficiently.
• Training and Development: Conduct training sessions to enhance the skills of front desk staff, ensuring they are equipped to handle various situations and deliver excellent customer service consistently.
• Budget and Performance: Monitor financial aspects such as revenue, expenses, and budgets related to the front desk operations. Implement strategies to optimize revenue and control costs while maintaining quality service.
• Compliance and Procedures: Ensure adherence to hotel policies, safety regulations, and industry standards. Regularly review and update standard operating procedures to maintain efficiency and compliance with changing regulations.

Requirements:

• Have a minimum of 2 years experience at a similar property at the manager level in a busy hotel environment.
• An outgoing personality and a passion for service
• Provide superb guest service and have excellent people skills
• Excellent attention to detail in delivering customer care standards
• Have good knowledge or both written and spoken English
• Be able to multi-task and be willing to help in all areas of the hotel.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Be able to work as part of a team and on own initiative.
• Be available and flexible for early starts and late finishes, weekends and bank holidays.