Assistant Front Desk Manager

fourseasons; Turkey; On-site; TRY 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Learning & development

Dry cleaning for attire

Employee meals

Indoor parking privileges

Job summary

Four Seasons Istanbul at the Bosphorus is seeking an Assistant Front Desk Manager to lead day-to-day Front Office operations and uphold our renowned guest service standards.

You will mentor the Front Desk team, coordinate with Reservations, Concierge, Housekeeping and Bell staff, and resolve guest concerns with professionalism and efficiency.

This full-time, on-site role requires strong leadership, English fluency and prior experience in a luxury hotel environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of experience in a Rooms Division or Front Office leadership role within a luxury hotel.
• Strong leadership, coaching, guest relations and team management skills.
• Excellent English communication skills, written and verbal; additional languages are an advantage.
• Proficiency in hotel management systems, including Opera, and strong computer literacy.

Responsibilities

• Support daily Front Desk operations and ensure seamless service across guest touchpoints.
• Act as senior point of contact for guest concerns, resolving issues professionally while upholding service standards.
• Lead, coach, and develop Front Office team through training and performance feedback.
• Collaborate with Reservations, Concierge, Housekeeping, Bell, and other departments to ensure smooth operations.

Skills

Leadership

Guest relations

Team management

English fluency

Tools

Opera PMS

Job description

About Four Seasons:

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world‑class employee experience and company culture.

About the location:

A timeless palace between the continents. Proudly standing on the shores of the scenic Bosphorus – the storied strait that links Europe and Asia – our lovingly restored, 19th‑century Ottoman palace brings together Istanbul’s ancient architecture, warm Turkish hospitality and contemporary accommodations. Relax in one of our traditional hammams, spend an afternoon lounging around our outdoor pool, and savour Anatolian delicacies as you admire the soaring minarets and towers of the city’s inimitable waterfront skyline. We’ll show you a seldom‑seen side of Istanbul during your stay with us.

Please note: This is a local position, only candidates with existing work permit in Turkey (either Turkish Nationals or Turkish ID holders will be considered).

About the role:

The Assistant Front Desk Manager supports the Front Office Manager in leading the day-to-day operations of the Front Desk and related guest service areas. This role is responsible for ensuring exceptional guest experiences, maintaining the highest service standards, and fostering a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and continuous development.

The Assistant Front Desk Manager serves as a key leader within the Front Office, handling guest concerns with confidence, driving operational excellence, and supporting team performance to deliver memorable Four Seasons experiences.

What you will do:

• Support and oversee daily Front Desk operations, ensuring seamless service delivery and exceptional guest satisfaction across all guest touchpoints.
• Act as a senior point of contact for guest concerns, resolving issues professionally and effectively while maintaining Four Seasons service standards.
• Lead, coach, and develop Front Office team members through training, feedback, performance management, and ongoing support.
• Collaborate closely with Reservations, Concierge, Housekeeping, Bell, and other hotel departments to ensure smooth communication and operational excellence.

What you bring:

• Minimum two years of experience in a Rooms Division or Front Office leadership role within a luxury hotel environment.
• Strong leadership, coaching, guest relations, and team management skills with a passion for service excellence.
• Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal; additional language skills are an advantage.
• Proficiency in hotel management systems, including Opera, and strong overall computer literacy.

What We Offer:

• Excellent Learning and Development opportunities
• Complimentary Dry Cleaning for Business Attire
• Complimentary Employee Meals
• Complimentary Indoor Parking Privileges

… and so much more!

Schedule & Hours:

This is a full‑time position requiring flexibility to work rotating shifts, weekends, and public holidays in line with business needs.

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