Assistant Manager, Front Office

• Direct, monitor and supervise the day-to-day activities of all sections within the Front Office and other services rendered by other operational departments of the Hotel.

• Supervise sections in Front Office, such as reception, cashier, telephone, reservation, and baggage services. Monitor the junior staff’s conduct and job performance and to ensure that all staff project a positive corporate image to guests.

• Perform duties pertaining to security such as directing guests reporting incidents, thefts, or any offences to the Security department for assistance and handle matters concerning guest’s undesirable conduct in rooms / public areas or undesirable persons loitering around in coordination with the security department.

• Monitor room inventory closely to ensure maximum utilisation of rooms to generate higher revenue.

• Ensure that guests are attended to with promptness, courtesy and efficiency and that guest complaints are handled with tact and diplomacy. Assist in checking in / out of guests.

• Maintain cash float amount in accordance with expected occupancy. Authorise rate and room changes, paid outs, cash advances, acceptance of cheques according to procedures and credit policies.

• Participate in company's sustainability effort for the environment and being an inclusive employer.

Job Requirement

• Degree or Diploma in Hospitality Management or other relevant qualification

• Minimum 4 years’ related experience in a similar capacity

• Oral and written fluency in English. Fluency in another language is an advantage

• Commitment to work rotating shifts, weekends and public holidays.

• Well-groomed with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, ability to interact with guests, employees and third parties that reflect highly on the hotel, the brand and the company.

• Can motivate fellow team members

• Meticulous with strong attention to details with good follow-up