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 a related field.
- Minimum of 4 years’ relevant experience in a similar capacity.
- Excellent oral and written English communication skills; fluency in a second language is an advantage.
- Willingness to work rotating shifts, weekends, and public holidays.
- Well-groomed with strong interpersonal skills to interact effectively with guests, team members, and external partners in a manner that reflects positively on the hotel and brand.
- Meticulous, detail-oriented, and reliable with task follow-through.
- Interest in digital transformation, process improvement, and adopting technology to enhance performance is a plus