- Full-Time
- Permanent
- SOFITEL
- Rooms
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Sofitel Dubai The Obelisk, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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REF22089I
Front Office Supervisor
Region
Luxury & Lifestyle
Company Description
We are far more than a worldwide leader. We are more than 240 000 women and men who share something unique.
Each and every day we host the world. We care for millions of people. We are all moved by curiosity. We love blending cultures. We are proud of our differences
Yes, we lead the way. But we want to go further, with audacity, with imagination, with passion
Sofitel Dubai The Obelisk
Sofitel Dubai the Obelisk is Sofitel’s largest property in the Middle East. The hotel features 594 luxury guestrooms inclusive of 68 suites and 96 serviced apartments in the heart of Dubai. A variety of trendy restaurants and bars including a contemporary Asian restaurant, a Gastro Pub, a French Brasserie and Pool Bar & Lounge bring residents and patrons together to celebrate the French “Joie de Vivre”. Guests have the option to unwind at the Sofitel Spa with L’Occitane and outdoor pools with private cabanas or workout in a fully-fledged fitness center. Business travelers have access to 1,589 square meter of meeting space including one state-of-the-art ballroom ideal for the most sought after social gatherings.
Part of the Wafi Mall new extension and close to the iconic Raffles Dubai, Sofitel Dubai the Obelisk will infuse the brand’s essence with capitalizing on a perfect balance of modernism and ancient Egypt reflective of the renowned design elements of Wafi. If you are as excited as we are about connecting hearts and showing your guest passion, join us as the next Heartist – Front Office Supervisor and help us to make Sofitel Dubai the Obelisk a truly welcoming destination!
The Position
To ensure operational efficiency of all Front Office areas during shift and the service delivery of those areas.
KEY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage and supervise all tasks of his/her staff to ensure optimal guest satisfaction
- Greet all guests in a friendly and helpful manner and attempt to learn and use guest’s name at every opportunity
- Register and room all arrivals according to established procedures
- Perform check in, check out and room change procedures and ensure all data are entered completely into the hotel systems
- Maintain cashier float and ensure accurate daily report of all money received
- Cash hotel guests’ personal and travelers checks and assist with currency exchange
- Keep abreast of all modifications to accounting policies and procedures
- Knowledgeable of all special promotion procedures for programs such as Seasonal Packages, Frequent Flyers Programs, and Loyalty programs
- Attend to guest’s complaints, inquiries and requests in a timely and courteous manner
- Is familiar with other hotels so that guest indicating any next destination on the registration card can be “sold” on an onward booking to another Sofitel Hotels
- Perform the audit balances and prepare all works for audit in an orderly fashion
- Maintain comprehensive knowledge of standard reservation procedures
- Maintain exemplary department standards of behavior and appearance and attitude
- Ensure that the front desk work area is kept clean and in an orderly state at all times
- Conducts shift briefings to communicate hotel activities and operational requirements
- Cover night manager during their absence and able to conduct night audit and shift closure requirements.
- Follow up with finance and ensure to resolve any pending documents.
- Perform the audit balances, prepare, and review all the report related the accounts audit and the inventory reports in an orderly fashion.
- Preparing the hotel management system for the night procedures with approval of the night manager/duty manager.
- Team training and development
- Involve and lead in department projects such as upsell, loyalty program etc.
The Position
To ensure operational efficiency of all Front Office areas during shift and the service delivery of those areas.
KEY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage and supervise all tasks of his/her staff to ensure optimal guest satisfaction
- Greet all guests in a friendly and helpful manner and attempt to learn and use guest’s name at every opportunity
- Register and room all arrivals according to established procedures
- Perform check in, check out and room change procedures and ensure all data are entered completely into the hotel systems
- Maintain cashier float and ensure accurate daily report of all money received
- Cash hotel guests’ personal and travelers checks and assist with currency exchange
- Keep abreast of all modifications to accounting policies and procedures
- Knowledgeable of all special promotion procedures for programs such as Seasonal Packages, Frequent Flyers Programs, and Loyalty programs
- Attend to guest’s complaints, inquiries and requests in a timely and courteous manner
- Is familiar with other hotels so that guest indicating any next destination on the registration card can be “sold” on an onward booking to another Sofitel Hotels
- Perform the audit balances and prepare all works for audit in an orderly fashion
- Maintain comprehensive knowledge of standard reservation procedures
- Maintain exemplary department standards of behavior and appearance and attitude
- Ensure that the front desk work area is kept clean and in an orderly state at all times
- Conducts shift briefings to communicate hotel activities and operational requirements
- Cover night manager during their absence and able to conduct night audit and shift closure requirements.
- Follow up with finance and ensure to resolve any pending documents.
- Perform the audit balances, prepare, and review all the report related the accounts audit and the inventory reports in an orderly fashion.
- Preparing the hotel management system for the night procedures with approval of the night manager/duty manager.
- Team training and development
- Involve and lead in department projects such as upsell, loyalty program etc.
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
- Good written and verbal communication skills in English
- Able to develop rapport with colleagues and management staff
- Ability to work cohesively with co-workers as part of a team
- Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times
- Ability to promote positive relations with guests and patrons
- Able to exercise good judgement with difficult guests
- Understanding and ability to work in a multi-cultural environment
QUALIFICATIONS
- Degree from School for Tourism & Hotel Management
EXPERIENCE
- Minimum 3 - 5 years’ relevant experience with at least 2 year at a supervisory level
Diversity & Inclusion for Accor means welcoming each and everyone and respecting their differences by giving priority only to qualities and skills in extending employment and development opportunities. Our ambition is to provide meaningful employment, a warm and welcoming culture, excellent working conditions and to promote the development of all people, including those with disabilities.
When applying, do not hesitate to let us know of any specific needs you may have so that we can take them into consideration.
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