Front Office Manager - Maternity Cover (fixed 1 year) at Accor

City of Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Mar, 26

Salary

35000.0

Posted On

17 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Leadership, Team Engagement, Guest Experience, Problem-Solving, Interpersonal Skills, Communication Skills, Organizational Skills, Time Management, Relationship Building, Coaching, Feedback, Collaboration, Attention to Detail, Flexibility, Calm Under Pressure, Opera Cloud PMS

Industry

Hospitality

Description

Company Description Salary: £33500 - £35000 1 year Maternity Cover Applicants with current right to work in the UK What is in it for you: ALL Heartist Card for Accor Hotels Worldwide (Discounts off stays, dinning, shopping and more) Private Medical Insurance Performance Bonus Up to 4 nights free stays in our UK hotels (T&C apply) Hotel discounts for your Friends & Family Training & Development 28 days holidays per year (up to 33 with length of service) Support for your wellbeing Private Pension Scheme with increased employer contributions Cycle to work scheme Staff meals Uniform provided Our objective is simple: make you grow and give you the spark to unleash your personality Job Description As Front Office Manager, you will lead the heart of our guest experience, driving your team to deliver genuine, personalised at every interaction. You’ll create a culture where your people feel inspired, supported, and motivated to deliver their very best every day. Calm, confident, and composed under pressure, you’ll set the standard for professionalism, warmth, and attention to detail. Key Responsibilities: Lead, mentor, and engage the Front Office team to create a positive, high-performing culture. Inspire your team to deliver authentic, thoughtful, and seamless guest experiences. Act as a calm and confident role model, guiding your team through busy or challenging moments with composure and focus. Oversee guest arrivals and departures, ensuring each interaction reflects true service standards. Provide regular coaching and constructive feedback to support individual and team development. Handle guest feedback and concerns with empathy, professionalism, and a solutions-first approach. Collaborate with other hotel departments to ensure smooth operations and a cohesive guest experience. Implement training and development initiatives that empower your team to exceed expectations. Build lasting relationships with VIPs and returning guests, ensuring they feel recognised and valued. Monitor and manage Front Office operations with efficiency and attention to detail. Be flexible and available across a rotating roster of mornings, evenings, and overnights to maintain service excellence. Qualifications Proven experience as a Front Office Manager, or as a Front Office Leader ready to step into the next level within a hotel environment. A confident and supportive leader with a track record of engaging, mentoring, and developing teams. A calm and composed presence under pressure, with excellent problem-solving skills. Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills to inspire your team and connect authentically with guests. Strong organisational and time-management abilities to manage competing priorities. An energetic, team-focused, and proactive attitude. Natural ability to build trust and maintain strong relationships with both guests and colleagues. Prior experience with Opera Cloud PMS will be highly regarded. Additional Information Our mission is to create memorable moments for our guests, by connecting hearts from arrival to farewell. A job, a career or a calling - whatever brings you here, we have something for you! If you feel you are the right candidate for the role as our Front Office Manager, please click ‘apply’ now! We’d love to hear from you! One more thing… By working with us, you will be part of the Accor network, worldwide hospitality leader. You can be all you are, work with purpose, grow, learn, enjoy and explore Accor’s limitless opportunities. Discover our Talent stories at heart-of-hospitality.com or on Instagram @heart.of.hospitality Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent, creating an environment where everyone feels they belong. Job-Category: Rooms Job Type: Temporary Job Schedule: Full-Time Compensation: GBP31500 - GBP33000 - yearly

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Responsibilities

As Front Office Manager, you will lead the Front Office team to deliver exceptional guest experiences. You will mentor and engage your team while overseeing guest arrivals and departures, ensuring service standards are met.