Accommodation Manager 4* Hotel Kerry

at  Richard Lynch Consulting

We are currently recruiting an Accommodation Manager for a busy 4* Hotel in Co Kerry.
The ideal candidate will have previous accommodation management experience in a 4/5* hotel and be able to further enhance the very high standards already in place.
The role focuses on supporting the day-to-day activities in housekeeping Department. This role is accountable for the service standards and hygiene standards and to ensure standard of presentation is maintained to a consistently high standard at the hotel. To manage standards, budgets, and staffing levels so as to ensure the department is efficiently managed.
You will be responsible for the initial staff induction to the department and the ongoing training and development of all associates within the department. You are responsible for the stock within the department and the stocktaking of all departmental stock, maintenance and purchasing of supplies and equipment

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for the presentation and cleanliness of the entire hotel including Guest Rooms and Public areas
• Recruit, train, and roster staff to achieve maximum efficiency within budgets set.
• Manage the departments in an efficient manner and within the budgets set out.
• Maintain good communication within the department, Front Office Manager and the Hotel Manager.
• Have daily briefings and a weekly communication meeting with the team.

The ideal candidate will have the following experience in a similar role:

• 2+ years experience in a similar role preferred, happy to consider an experienced No 2 in Department for their HOD roles
• 3-5 years accommodation managerial experience coming from similar 4/5 star background.
• Good accommodation department knowledge is essential.
• Proven experience in leading a large team.
• Excellent It Skills including a proficient user of MS Office and excel.
• Exceptional attention to detail, organisational, negotiation and communication skills are a must including fluent spoken and written English