Front Office Team Leader

Company Description

Join us at Accor, where life pulses with passion!

Novotel & Ibis Abu Dhabi Gate Hotels

As a pioneer in the art of responsible hospitality, the Accor Group gathers more than 45 brands, 5,600 hotels, 10,000 restaurants, and lifestyle destinations in 110 countries. While each brand has its own personality, where you will be able to truly find yourself, they all share a common ambition: to keep innovating and challenging the status-quo.

By joining us, you will become a Heartist, because hospitality is, first and foremost, a work of heart.

You will join a caring environment and a team where you can be all you are. You will be in a supportive place to grow, to fulfil yourself, to discover other professions and to pursue career opportunities, in your hotel or in other hospitality environments, in your country or anywhere in the world!

You will enjoy exclusive benefits, specific to the sector and beyond, as well as strong recognition for your daily commitment.

Everything you will do with us, regardless of your profession, will offer a deep sense of meaning, to create lasting, memorable and impactful experiences for your customers, for your colleagues and for the planet.

Job Description

Front Office Team Leader

Role

As a Front office Team Leader, you will be working across our multi hotel site playing a crucial role in ensuring exceptional guest experiences whilst leading and motivating our front office team. You will also:

• Provide leadership and guidance to the front office team, fostering a collaborative and goal-oriented environment
• Oversee daily front office operations, ensuring efficient check-in and check-out processes
• Deliver outstanding customer service, addressing guest inquiries and resolving issues promptly and professionally
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless guest experiences throughout their stay
• Train and mentor front office staff, promoting their professional development and enhancing team performance
• Monitor and maintain high standards of cleanliness and presentation in the lobby and reception areas
• Manage shift schedules and allocate tasks effectively to maximize team productivity
• Handle guest complaints and feedback with empathy and professionalism, ensuring timely resolutions
• Implement and maintain standard operating procedures for front office operations
• Assist in managing the department's KPI's and achieving financial targets
• Stay updated on local events and attractions to provide knowledgeable recommendations to guests.
  
  

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a front office or reception role within the hospitality industry
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage a team effectively
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with fluency in English
• Strong customer service orientation with a friendly and professional demeanour
• Detail-oriented approach with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in hotel management systems and computer applications
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to make quick, sound decisions
• Knowledge of local attractions and events (desirable)
• Relevant hospitality management qualification (desirable)
  
  

Additional Information

Skills / Qualities

• Opera know-how
• Health in good condition
• Fluent in English language and conversational Arabic