Assistant Duty Manager / Duty Manager at Accor

Singapore, , Singapore -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

26 Nov, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Front Office Management, Customer Service, Coaching, Training, Guest Relations, Problem Solving, Team Leadership, Communication, Time Management, Operational Standards, Report Preparation, Upselling, Collaboration, Conflict Resolution, Attention to Detail, Stress Management

Industry

Hospitality

Description

Company Description We are in the luxury hotel business in central Singapore; offering business and leisure travelers contemporary rooms and suites filled with opulent amenities and elegant furnishings, alongside first-rate facilities, exquisite French and local cuisines in our all-day dining restaurant, bar and a huge convention space with meeting rooms and 2 ballrooms to cater to corporate, meeting guests as well as leisure function events including weddings & dinner & dances. We represent the renowned French living and Sofitel hospitality in Singapore. Job Description Maintain appropriate standards of conduct, dress, hygiene, uniform, appearance and posture throughout the department Management of the hotel’s Front-Office operations to achieve a reputation as a market leader in personalized and customer focused service in the industry. Coaching and training the Front Office team to improve or maintain the high service standards Effectively oversee all guest arrivals and departures, ensuring that the room allocations and check-in / check-out processes follow set procedures and are customer centric. Assist Front Office for check-in and check-out whenever required in effective and efficient manner. Oversee the daily movement of guest activities and be able to resolve any guest complaints to establish an amicable relationship with guests, clients and customers of the Hotel with proper follow-up. Ensure that each service shortfall guest profile is updated in PMS with accuracy and complete guest history to enhance our Return Guest program. Oversee ad-hoc projects and task such as Upselling, Loyalty Recruitment, Guest Experience and Stocks Inventory. Preparation of Front Office work schedules and submitting to Front Office Manager for approval on a timely manner. Prepare monthly reports for the Front Office Department and revise the key performance indicators together with the Housekeeping Department and the Reservations team. Monitor the upsell program. Encourage and motivate the team to achieve the daily / monthly target set by Front Office Manager. To counsel any under-performing associates, if necessary. Liaise daily with the Reservations team to ensure accuracy in room allocation as well as the maximization of yield. Work closely with Engineering to ensure that maintenance requests are followed up on and completed efficiently. Liaise with Housekeeping to ensure that room cleanliness standards are maintained. Checking of VIP rooms prior to arrivals to ensure amenities are accorded and rooms are of highest standards. Ensure that public areas are clean and well presented with regular monitoring. Welcoming of VIPs in the absence of Management. Supervise lobby services such as valet and bellmen duties, ensuring that guest arrivals and departures are as efficient as possible. Ensure that the night audits are conducted effectively and accurately. Ensure there is management support and presence visible at the Front Office and in the lobby during key periods throughout the day. To check on Front Office cashier closure ensuring all paperwork are correct with no discrepancies before ending of each shifts. Monitor the Front Office team members’ shift duties periodically to ensure all are completed on a timely manner. To coordinate with security in the investigation of irregularities and undesirable guests. And reporting such matters to Front Office Manager and Management on a timely manner. Adherence to Emergency Communication procedures ensuring that enquiries from the media are only responded to by the nominated spokesperson. To represent the Management in their absence for any emergency situation that may arise. To conduct regular patrolling of the hotel premises to ensure all are in order Strive to implement the Sofitel Vision and demonstrate active use of the Sofitel Values. Any other reasonable request as required by Hotel Management. Qualifications Minimum of 5 years hotel operational experience, Front Office essential, 5 star luxury environment preferred. Strong operational background with experience in the implementation and management of brand standards Project professional image at all times through personal presentation/ interpersonal skills. Experience in the coaching and development of a professional management team. Recruitment, selection and training of team members. Able to initiate contact and establish rapport easily. Efficient organization of time and work. Ability to influence others to achieve common goals. Ability to lead, develop and mentor the Front Office team. Appreciates and maintains an effective outlet for stress. Excellent numeracy, verbal and written communication skills. Has the ability and willingness to undertake further development. Works under pressure without negative impact. Develops and maintains co-operative working relationships. Additional Information

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Responsibilities

The Assistant Duty Manager/Duty Manager is responsible for managing the hotel's Front Office operations, ensuring high standards of customer service and overseeing guest arrivals and departures. This role includes coaching the Front Office team, resolving guest complaints, and maintaining effective communication with other departments.