Overview
Front Office Supervisor Jobs in Pretoria, South Africa at Stonebridge HR Solutions
We are looking for a Front Office Supervisor for a 4 star Hotel based in the Northern Pretoria area.
Position overview:
Ensures guests have a smooth running and seamless stay at the hotel. As the Front Office Supervisor, one should act as the bridge between the front and the back office. While coordinating the operation, you will also ensure that all guests experience a fantastic stay. Additionally, supervising the front desk staff during shifts, monitors service delivery and escalates operational issues to the Front Office Manager or Rooms Division Manager as required.
Requirements:
Matric / Grade 12
Minimum 2 to 3 years work experience as Front Office Supervisor or Team Leader – Front Office / Guest Relations in a hotel.
Diploma in Hospitality Management is an asset or Graduates bachelor’s degree and/or diploma in hotel or other related field.
Computer Knowledge and experience in MS office programs.
Well developed communication and customer relations skills.
Good knowledge of Front Office procedures, including reservations, check-in, check-out, cashiering and night audit principles.
Knowledge of basic hotel revenue concepts, including occupancy, ADR and REVPAR, and how Front Office actions impact these.
Working knowledge of health, safety and security procedures applicable to the Front Office and guest areas.
Skills required:
- High level of customer service and maintain a high profile in the day-to-day Front Office
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills in guest service
- Ability to supervise, motivate and coordinate a front desk team across different
- Proficient in in using hotel Property Management Systems (e.g. Opera) and point-of-sale or payment
- Highly organised, results-oriented with the ability to be flexible
- Ability to stand for extended periods during shifts and move around the lobby and Front Office area as
- Ability to work with computer systems, telephones
- Ability to work in a hotel environment with varying levels of noise and guest activity.
- High level of integrity, reliability and
- Demonstrated leadership, initiative and hands-on approach to daily
Responsibilities:
Ensure consistently clear, professional written and verbal communication with guests, colleagues and other departments at all times.
Manage and monitor Front Office-related budgets effectively to support cost control and revenue goals.
Maintain effective performance and service delivery in a fast-paced, high-pressure hotel environment.
Apply a high level of attention to detail to all Front Office processes, documentation and guest interactions.
Lead, coach and support Front Office team members to achieve service, quality and performance targets.
Resolve guest queries, concerns and complaints promptly and professionally to maintain guest satisfaction and loyalty.
Coordinate daily with Housekeeping, Maintenance and other operational departments to ensure room readiness and a seamless guest experience.
Promote hotel products, services and upsell opportunities to optimise revenue (rooms, packages and ancillary services).
Participate in front office briefings and inter-departmental meetings, providing feedback and operational updates.
Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have not heard from us in 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Title: Front Office Supervisor
Company: Stonebridge HR Solutions
Location: Pretoria, South Africa
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