Front Office Manager

at  Klarent Hospitality

Job Ref: AM13653
Branch: Mercure Bristol Grand Hotel
Location: Mercure Bristol Grand Hotel, Bristol
Salary/Benefits: Competitive Salary
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: Full Time
Shift pattern: 5 days over 7 days
Hours per week: 40
Posted date: 12/11/2024
Closing date: 14/12/2024

• Oversee the entire Front Office operation to maintain high standards
• Evaluate levels of Guest satisfaction and monitor trends, with a focus on continuous improvement
• Ensure regular and VIP Guests are recognised and that the Front Office department operates with a sales attitude and promotes the hotel brand’s loyalty scheme
• Maximise room occupancy at best rates and use up-selling techniques to promote hotel services and facilities - Set departmental objectives, work schedules, budgets, policies, and procedures
• Monitor the appearance, standards, and performance of the Front Office Team Members with an emphasis on training and teamwork
• Ensure Team Members have current knowledge of hotel products, services, pricing and policies, as well as knowledge of the local area, and are continuously trained to learn and understand policies and practices
• Monitor staffing levels to meet cover business demands
• Manage staff performance issues in compliance with company policies and procedures
• Recruit, manage, train and develop the Front Office team
  Mercure Bristol Grand Hotel is a historic Grade II listed building from 1856 with a stylish and distinctive new look. The hotel was refurbished in 2018 and the rejuvenated interior draws inspiration from the historic past and the modern and vibrant city’s art scene. The hotel design was inspired by local artists influencing the décor. The hotel now features around 500 pieces of commissioned street art. The result is a classy yet contemporary style for a unique guest experience. Mercure Bristol Grand Hotel offers a dedicated pool and sauna with jacuzzi facilities, as well as the bee-themed Keepers restaurant & bar for a memorable and comfort stay. Great atmosphere and traditional British cuisine with a menu that also features homegrown honey from a hive on the hotel’s roof await you