Front Office Executive

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts; Lucknow; On-site; INR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Accor is seeking a Front Desk Receptionist in Lucknow to welcome guests, handle queries and bookings, and maintain high service standards at the reception. The role involves supervising the reception team and coordinating with other departments to ensure smooth hotel operations.

The ideal candidate should have a hotel management background with 2–3 years of experience, and a focus on delivering exceptional guest experiences in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Front desk customer service experience is preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Ability to manage guest queries and resolve issues effectively.

Responsibilities

• Daily administration, greeting guests, handling queries and room bookings.
• Maintain high standards of customer service at the reception.
• Motivate and develop the Reception team for smooth operations.
• Report to management any issues affecting hotel interests.
• Maintain Front Office log books and shift reports.
• Ensure swift, professional check-in and check-out for all guests.

Skills

Customer service

Guest handling

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Diploma / Degree in Hotel Management

Job description

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Job Description

• Responsible for daily administration, meeting and greeting, dealing with guests’ queries and complaints, and booking rooms. visitors
• Maintain high standards of customer services at the Reception desk so that customers’ expectations are consistently exceeded.
• Motivate and develop Reception team to ensure smooth functioning of the department and promote teamwork.
• Any matter which may affect the interests of the hotel should be brought to the attention of the Management.
• Provide effective support to the team to enable them to provide effective and efficient services.
• Respond to customer queries by resolving issues in a timely and efficient manner to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Identify optimal, cost effective use of the resources and educate the team on the same.
• Ensure quality and appropriateness of customer service provided.
• To maintain Front Office log book and shift reports.
• Respond to inquiries and resolve problems in an effective manner.
• Ensure all guests receive a swift, smooth, professional and friendly check in and check out
• Ensure quality in all aspects of the job.
• Maintain record of all banquet and any other functions in the hotel.
• Liaise with other departments for the resolution of day-to-day administrative and operational issues.
• Display a proactive approach in initiating and implementing initiatives to provide an improved service in all areas.
• Liaise with Housekeeping for the Room Status.
• Handle additional responsibilities as and when delegated by the Management.

Qualifications

Diploma / Degree in Hotel Management or any other equivalent qualifications.

Additional Information

• Total 2-3 Years of experience in Hotel.