Front Office Team Leader

ACCOR; Eastern Province; On-site; SAR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ACCOR is seeking a Front Office Team Leader to ensure guests have a memorable experience from arrival through departure. You will lead front desk operations, supervise shifts, and collaborate with departments to resolve issues while maintaining high service standards.

The role requires strong English communication, experience with Opera PMS, and a guest-focused, professional attitude in a fast-paced hotel environment.

Qualifications

• Strong service-oriented mindset and professional approach.
• Good command of English.
• Proficient in Opera PMS and front office systems.
• Experience in front office operations within international or similar hotel chains.

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests and manage check-in/check-out procedures.
• Handle guest requests, complaints and special requirements with prompt resolution.
• Monitor guest accounts, process payments and maintain front office records.
• Provide information on hotel services and local attractions.
• Manage phone calls and direct inquiries to the appropriate departments.
• Assist with VIP arrivals, group check-ins and special events.
• Deliver personalized service and upsell hotel facilities to guests.
• Communicate daily operational updates during shift handovers.

Skills

Front office operations

Guest service

Team leadership

Communication skills

Shift coordination

Upselling

Tools

Opera PMS

Job description

First impressions are everything As a Front Office - Team Leader you will take care of the guests from the moment they arrive through to their departure by ensuring they have a memorable experience with us.

What you will be doing

• Welcome and bid farewell to guests in accordance with hotel standards while providing professional and friendly service
• Perform check-in and check-out procedures accurately and efficiently
• Handle guest requests complaints and special requirements by coordinating with relevant departments and ensuring prompt resolution
• Monitor guest accounts process payments and maintain accurate front office records
• Provide guests with information regarding hotel services facilities and local attractions
• Manage incoming phone calls respond to inquiries and direct calls to the appropriate departments
• Assist with preparations for VIP arrivals group check-ins and special events
• Complete shift handovers accurately and communicate daily operational updates to the next shift
• Deliver personalized service to enhance guest satisfaction and contribute to a memorable guest experience
• Proudly promote the hotel facilities looking for opportunities to enhance a guest s stay through up‑selling

Strong service-oriented mindset with a professional approach, consistently prioritizing guest satisfaction.

Good command of English.Proficient in using Opera PMS and familiar with hotel property management and front office systems.Preferably experienced in front office operations within international or similar chain hotels.

Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with guests from diverse cultural backgrounds.Friendly, positive, and guest-focused attitude.Proven problem-solving, decision-making, and crisis management skills, with the ability to handle guest complaints professionally.Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to shift-based working schedules.Strong team player with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.Detail-oriented, responsible, and well-organized working style.Well-presented, professional appearance aligned with corporate standards and strong representational skills.Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and capable of supporting basic reporting tasks.