- Full-Time
- Permanent
- SOFITEL
- Rooms
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Sofitel Dubai The Palm, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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REF69638C
Guest Relations Officer
Region
Luxury & Lifestyle
Discover the warm hospitality of Sofitel Dubai The Palm, a luxurious 5-star beachfront resort nested on the East Crescent of the renowned Palm Jumeirah.
Nestled amongst lush greenery on the idyllic shores of the Arabian Gulf, Sofitel Dubai The Palm offers a tropical and relaxing sanctuary, only a short distance away from the vibrant, buzzing metropolis of Dubai.
With touches of French elegance interlaced throughout the resort, we invite guests to enjoy an environment “Where life lives” and indulge in excellence.
The resort comprises of 360 contemporary guest rooms and suites, 182 serviced apartments, 4 ultra-luxury villas, Sofitel Spa with L’Occitane, Fitness Centre, Kids Club and offers a large variety of dining options with 7 restaurants, 5 bars, and lounges.
Key Responsibilities:
- Represent the Sofitel brand in the hotel lobby, providing a warm, consistent, and genuine welcome to all guests and visitors.
- Act as a storyteller, sharing unique elements of the Sofitel experience and offering cultural and historical insights about the destination.
- Maintain smooth daily operations by managing administrative tasks and ensuring key information is communicated to relevant teams.
- Engage proactively with guests throughout their stay, gathering feedback and addressing needs.
- Take ownership of guest interactions, ensuring requests and follow-up actions are completed in a timely and professional manner.
- Handle guest requests, such as reservations and special services, ensuring proper follow-up and guest satisfaction.
- Welcome VIP guests, coordinating smooth check-ins, luggage delivery, and personalised service.
- Support the preparation and delivery of guest recognition programmes and special events.
- Manage guest communication before arrival, during the stay, and after departure to ensure a seamless experience.
- Build personal connections with guests, monitor arrivals and departures, and attend to individual needs throughout their stay.
- Support the Front Of House team during operational peaks, assisting with check-ins, check-outs, and lobby operations as needed.
- Coordinate with Housekeeping and Engineering to ensure VIP rooms and special setups meet expected standards before guest arrival.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the ALL loyalty programme benefits and assist members in making the most of their membership.
Skills & Qualifications:
The ideal candidate for this position will have the following experience and qualifications:
- Friendly, approachable, and engaging, with a strong ability to connect with people from diverse backgrounds.
- Knowledgeable and passionate about hospitality, with a keen interest in travel, culture, and the local area.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with fluency in English (additional languages are a plus).
- Works effectively as part of a team and collaborates closely with all departments to deliver a seamless guest experience.
- Previous experience in luxury hospitality, with strong interpersonal skills and a proactive approach to guest service.
- Ability to handle guest concerns with discretion, professionalism, and ownership.
- Detail-oriented, organised, and able to handle multiple tasks while maintaining a high level of professionalism.
- Adaptable and flexible, capable of working evenings, weekends, and public holidays as needed.
- Well-groomed and professional appearance.
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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