Front Office Manager Job at Glocient Hospitality

Glocient Hospitality is a top-notch hospitality management company currently focused on transforming the Ikogosi Warm Springs and resort in Ekiti State into a world-class vacation resort. We are clear-cut and determined to set a global standard in the tourism and hospitality sector as we provide all-around excellence and peerless satisfaction in service delivery to our guests.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Front Office Manager

Job Location: Ekiti
Employment Type: Full Time

Job Description

• As the front-line employee, your role will be extremely important for improving customer experience and satisfaction.
• You will lead your team and be responsible for guest services, controlling costs, and increasing departmental revenues.

Responsibilities

• Directly supervise and provide leadership and guidance to Front Office Staff, ensuring consistent quality and superior guest service is provided.
• Play a lead role in the effective performance management of Front Office staff including, but not limited to, ongoing coaching & training, the performance appraisal process, and the progressive disciplinary process.
• Work with Department Heads in all areas to ensure smooth, efficient operations and good communication.
• Act as a primary liaison with guests and associates in matters that require immediate concern resolution, including any emergency situations that arise while on duty.
• Oversees room reservations, front office systems, supplies inventory, scheduling, forecasting, and department budget to maximize revenue.
• Ensures compliance with all Front Office policies, standards, and procedures, such as safety procedures, cash handling, and key security.
• Maintain information on prices, rates, special packages, programs, etc., while ensuring all staff is trained in all areas.
• Participates in department meetings and continually communicates a clear and consistent message regarding the Front Office goals to produce desired results.
• Provide guidance and direction to all associates to ensure they are adhering to all policies, standards, procedures, and regulations.
• Liaise with General Manager on all issues/feedback raised in internal and external reports.
• Establishes control systems for controllable costs and labor to effectively meet budget guidelines.
• Ensures that all team members clearly understand their job roles, responsibilities, and performance expectations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration / Hospitality Management, or related discipline.
• Minimum of 10 years of related work experience. Tourism, Resort, or Hospitality industry experience is an advantage.
• Extensive knowledge of Front Office operational procedures.
• Profound experience in customer service? office management and bookkeeping procedures.
• Sense of ownership and pride in your performance and its impact on the company’s success.
• Exceptional customer service, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Solid knowledge of MS Office, particularly Excel, and Word.