Front Office Agent

Jeddah, Makkah Hilton

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A Front Office Agent Team Member engages with our VIP Guests throughout the entire hospitality experience. From check-in to check-out, the Guest Relations Team is always prepared to respond to VIP Guest requests at concierge, during promotional activities, and more.

**What will I be doing?**

As a Front Office Agent Team Member, you will serve on the Front Office Team which is the main connection between the Guest, the hotel, and the various hotel departments. A Guest Relations Team Member truly influences the first impressions of our VIP Guests and, therefore, is responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

- Check the guest arrival reports in advance of VIP Guest check-in and coordinate with Housekeeping on room allocations for VIP guests
- Be responsible for special room assignments and suite occupancies
- Welcome and fulfill the check-in process of VIP Guests, including serving as an escort to the Executive Lounge and VIP Guest room
- Ensure all VIP rooms meet the highest quality standards and include all requested amenities before VIP Guest arrival
- Manage the Guest Relations Desk in the hotel lobby
- Serve as the main point of contact for VIP guests and ensure hotel departments are fully briefed on VIP Guest requirements
- Maintain the inventory of Guest amenities
- Maintain current knowledge of hotel products, services, pricing and special promotional offers, as well as daily VIP and special events

**What are we looking for?**

Front Office Agent Team Members serving Hilton brands are always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the attitude, behaviours, skills, and values that follow:

- Calm, efficient, and organized with great attention to detail
- Excellent personal presentation and communication skills
- A passion for delivering exceptional levels of Guest service
- Ability to multi-task while maintaining a positive attitude when working with a VIP Guest
- Computer literate and able to navigate through Company systems
- Professional manner with an emphasis on hospitality and guest service
- Guest relations experience in the hotel, leisure, and/or entertainment sectors
- Proven ability to listen and respond to demanding Guest needs
- Conflict resolution experience
- Cash handling experience

**What will it be like to work for Hilton?**

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision "to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality" unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!
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Front Office Manager

Jeddah, Makkah Fairmont Makkah Clock Royal Tower

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Makkah Clock Royal Tower, A Fairmont Hotel, is located only a few steps away from the Masjid Al Haram and the Holy Ka’aba. This 76-story hotel, one of the world’s tallest, is the focal point of the Abraj Al Bait Complex, part of the King Abdul Aziz Endowment Project, is the iconic symbol of hospitality in the Holy City. The hotel authentic hospitality is seen throughout 1618 guest rooms and suites are thoughtfully and elegantly appointed-with extravagant amenities and five-star services that allow for peaceful reflection and repose.

**Job Description**:
At Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, every guest interaction is an opportunity to create a lasting memory. Your leadership as Front Office Manager will inspire your team to be brand ambassadors, while providing engaging, sincere, personalized service is one of the ways our Front Office Colleagues are _turning moments into memories for our guests_ at Fairmont Hotels & Resorts.

Reporting to Director of Rooms, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:

- Ensures guests receive a warm and personalized arrival and departure experiences based on a seamless flow of processes.
- Ensures guests receive the experience as detailed in brand Standard Operation Procedure (SOP), Makkah Clock Royal Tower, A Fairmont Hotel Local Standard Operation Procedure (LSOP) as well as Leading Quality Assurance (LQA) standards, and aim to achieve the scores and goals set by management.
- Ensures service standards and individual performance are aligned with Accor Values - Guest Passion, Trust, Sustainable Performance, Spirit of Conquest, Innovation and Respect.
- Ensures the smooth running of the hotel operation by performing all tasks in adherence with the code of ethics as issued by Makkah Clock Royal Tower, A Fairmont Hotel.
- Upholds a flawless impression and perception of the Makkah Clock Royal Tower, A Fairmont Hotel services, products and colleagues.
- Takes responsibility to ensure 24-hours shift coverage in the Front Office Operation, Royal Service, Guest Service, Concierge and Health Club.
- Manages any incident that occurs during resident stays or guest visits due to service or product shortfalls.
- Acts as the center of communication during any incident and takes immediate action to turn the situation around into a satisfying experience.
- Acts according to hotel emergency and crisis management procedures when applicable and always reinforces hotel values.
- Adheres to Work Safety and Health (WSH) policies and procedures and ensures all direct reports and peers are trained in and follow WSH guidelines.
- Executes the annual upsell strategy and achieves all goals as set by management.
- Cooperates with all departments and divisions in promoting inter-hotel sales and in-house facilities.
- Other duties as assigned.

**Qualifications**:

- Passion for guest service.
- Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal and leadership skills.
- Highly organized, results-oriented with the ability to be flexible and work well under pressure.
- Degree/Diploma in Hospitality Management is an asset.
- Fluency in English is an asset.
- Minimum of 2 years previous proven Managerial experience in similar position.
- Must have the ability to handle a multitude of tasks and guest requests.
- Knowledge of Micros-Opera Property Management System an asset.
- Should possess or seek certification in basic first aid.
- Strong guest service orientation and training skills background required.
- Ability to work independently and prioritize responsibilities.
- Experience with a hotel loyalty program an asset.
- Computer proficiency in a Windows environment (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Additional Information

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.

Why work for Accor?

We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor’s limitless possibilities.
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Assistant Front Office Manager

Jeddah, Makkah The Ritz-Carlton Jeddah

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JOB SUMMARY

Assists the Front Office Manager in administering front office functions and supervising staff on a daily basis. Front office areas include Bell / Door Staff, Switchboard and Guest Services / Front Desk. Position directs and works with managers and employees to carry out procedures ensuring an efficient check in and check out process. Ensures guest and employee satisfaction and maximizes the financial performance of the department.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

Education and Experience

  • High school diploma or GED; 2 years experience in the guest services, front desk, or related professional area.
  • 2-year degree from an accredited university in Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or related major; no work experience required.

CORE WORK ACTIVITIES

Supporting Management of Front Desk Team

  • Utilizes interpersonal and communication skills to lead, influence, and encourage others; advocates sound financial / business decision making; demonstrates honesty / integrity; leads by example.
  • Encourages and builds mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
  • Supervises and manages employees. Managing all day-to-day operations. Understanding employee positions well enough to perform duties in employees' absence.
  • Ensures employee recognition is taking place on all shifts.
  • Establishes and maintains open, collaborative relationships with employees.
  • Monitoring and Supporting Progress Toward Guest Services and Front Desk Goals

  • Manages day-to-day operations, ensuring the quality, standards and meeting the expectations of the customers on a daily basis.
  • Develops specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
  • Handles complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.
  • Strives to improve service performance.
  • Collaborates with the Front Office Manager on ways to continually improve departmental service.
  • Communicates a clear and consistent message regarding the Front Office goals to produce desired results.
  • Participates in the development and implementation of corrective action plans based on review of comment cards and guest satisfaction results.
  • Emphasizes guest satisfaction during all departmental meetings and focuses on continuous improvement.
  • Ensuring Exceptional Customer Service

  • Provides services that are above and beyond for customer satisfaction and retention.
  • Improves service by communicating and assisting individuals to understand guest needs, providing guidance, feedback, and individual coaching when needed.
  • Serves as a role model to demonstrate appropriate behaviors.
  • Sets a positive example for guest relations.
  • Displays outstanding hospitality skills.
  • Empowers employees to provide excellent customer service.
  • Interacts with customers on a regular basis to obtain feedback on quality of product, service levels and overall satisfaction.
  • Provides feedback to employees based on observation of service behaviors.
  • Handles guest problems and complaints effectively.
  • Interacts with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.
  • Managing Projects and Policies

  • Implements the customer recognition / service program, communicating and ensuring the process.
  • Ensures compliance with all Front Office policies, standards and procedures.
  • Monitors adherence to all credit policies and procedures to reduce bad debts and rebates.
  • Additional Responsibilities

  • Provides information to supervisors and co-workers by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
  • Analyzes information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
  • Informs and / or updates the executives, the peers and the subordinates on relevant information in a timely manner.
  • Functions in place of the Front Office Manager in his / her absence.
  • Communicates critical information from pre- and post-convention meetings to the Front Office staff.
  • Participates in department meetings.
  • Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer.We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture.We are committed to non-discrimination onanyprotectedbasis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.

    At more than 100 award-winning properties worldwide, The Ritz-Carlton Ladies and Gentlemen create experiences so exceptional that long after a guest stays with us, the experience stays with them. Attracting the world’s top hospitality professionals who curate lifelong memories, we believe that everyone succeeds when they are empowered to be creative, thoughtful and compassionate.

    Every day, we set the standard for rare and special luxury service the world over and pride ourselves on delivering excellence in the care and comfort of our guests.

    Your role will be to ensure that the “Gold Standards” of The Ritz-Carlton are delivered graciously and thoughtfully every day. The Gold Standards are the foundation of The Ritz-Carlton and are what guides us each day to be better than the next. It is this foundation and our belief that our culture drives success by which The Ritz Carlton has earned the reputation as a global brand leader in luxury hospitality. As part of our team, you will learn and exemplify the Gold Standards, such as our Employee Promise, Credo and our Service Values. And our promise to you is that we offer the chance to be proud of the work you do and who you work with.

    In joining The Ritz-Carlton, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.

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    Assistant Front Office Manager

    Jeddah, Makkah The Ritz-Carlton Jeddah

    Posted 3 days ago

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    JOB SUMMARY

    Assists the Front Office Manager in administering front office functions and supervising staff on a daily basis. Front office areas include Bell / Door Staff, Switchboard and Guest Services / Front Desk. Position directs and works with managers and employees to carry out procedures ensuring an efficient check in and check out process. Ensures guest and employee satisfaction and maximizes the financial performance of the department.

    CANDIDATE PROFILE

    Education and Experience

    • High school diploma or GED; 2 years experience in the guest services, front desk, or related professional area.
    • 2-year degree from an accredited university in Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or related major; no work experience required.

    CORE WORK ACTIVITIES

    Supporting Management of Front Desk Team

  • Utilizes interpersonal and communication skills to lead, influence, and encourage others; advocates sound financial / business decision making; demonstrates honesty / integrity; leads by example.
  • Encourages and builds mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
  • Supervises and manages employees. Managing all day-to-day operations. Understanding employee positions well enough to perform duties in employees' absence.
  • Ensures employee recognition is taking place on all shifts.
  • Establishes and maintains open, collaborative relationships with employees.
  • Monitoring and Supporting Progress Toward Guest Services and Front Desk Goals

  • Manages day-to-day operations, ensuring the quality, standards and meeting the expectations of the customers on a daily basis.
  • Develops specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
  • Handles complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.
  • Strives to improve service performance.
  • Collaborates with the Front Office Manager on ways to continually improve departmental service.
  • Communicates a clear and consistent message regarding the Front Office goals to produce desired results.
  • Participates in the development and implementation of corrective action plans based on review of comment cards and guest satisfaction results.
  • Emphasizes guest satisfaction during all departmental meetings and focuses on continuous improvement.
  • Ensuring Exceptional Customer Service

  • Provides services that are above and beyond for customer satisfaction and retention.
  • Improves service by communicating and assisting individuals to understand guest needs, providing guidance, feedback, and individual coaching when needed.
  • Serves as a role model to demonstrate appropriate behaviors.
  • Sets a positive example for guest relations.
  • Displays outstanding hospitality skills.
  • Empowers employees to provide excellent customer service.
  • Interacts with customers on a regular basis to obtain feedback on quality of product, service levels and overall satisfaction.
  • Provides feedback to employees based on observation of service behaviors.
  • Handles guest problems and complaints effectively.
  • Interacts with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.
  • Managing Projects and Policies

  • Implements the customer recognition / service program, communicating and ensuring the process.
  • Ensures compliance with all Front Office policies, standards and procedures.
  • Monitors adherence to all credit policies and procedures to reduce bad debts and rebates.
  • Additional Responsibilities

  • Provides information to supervisors and co-workers by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
  • Analyzes information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
  • Informs and / or updates the executives, the peers and the subordinates on relevant information in a timely manner.
  • Functions in place of the Front Office Manager in his / her absence.
  • Communicates critical information from pre- and post-convention meetings to the Front Office staff.
  • Participates in department meetings.
  • Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer.We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture.We are committed to non-discrimination onanyprotectedbasis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.

    At more than 100 award-winning properties worldwide, The Ritz-Carlton Ladies and Gentlemen create experiences so exceptional that long after a guest stays with us, the experience stays with them. Attracting the world's top hospitality professionals who curate lifelong memories, we believe that everyone succeeds when they are empowered to be creative, thoughtful and compassionate.

    Every day, we set the standard for rare and special luxury service the world over and pride ourselves on delivering excellence in the care and comfort of our guests.

    Your role will be to ensure that the "Gold Standards" of The Ritz-Carlton are delivered graciously and thoughtfully every day. The Gold Standards are the foundation of The Ritz-Carlton and are what guides us each day to be better than the next. It is this foundation and our belief that our culture drives success by which The Ritz Carlton has earned the reputation as a global brand leader in luxury hospitality. As part of our team, you will learn and exemplify the Gold Standards, such as our Employee Promise, Credo and our Service Values. And our promise to you is that we offer the chance to be proud of the work you do and who you work with.

    In joining The Ritz-Carlton, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.

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    Administrative Assistant - Front Office (Saudi

    Jeddah, Makkah AccorHotel

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    **“A passion for perfection”**

    Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts is a distinctive group of deluxe hotels where we put the emphasis on our people. We strive to provide a motivating and rewarding environment that attracts inspired and talented people who are willing to bring news ideas, use & develop their knowledge to reinvent their career path.

    **Swissotel Makkah description**:
    Swissotel Makkah is Swissotel’s first hotel to open in Saudi Arabia. The hotel offers 1487 elegant rooms and suites with modern design, complementing the values of today’s Arab culture.

    As part of the prestigious Abraj Al Bait complex, the deluxe Swissotel Makkah is a contemporary five-star hotel located in close proximity to the holy Masjid Al Haraam, overlooking the Ka’aba and the Grand Mosque.

    Swissotel Makkah is part of a new urban development, including two restaurants, one executive lounge, two meeting rooms and a business centre. It has private entrances that make it easier for pilgrims to reach Al Masjid Al Haram.

    **Job Description**:

    - Prepare and send out all correspondence from the Front Office (internal and external) in a timely fashion (48 hours).
    - Prepare the daily payroll, process all sick benefit forms as well as all vacation requests.
    - Responsible for processing employee change forms as well as circulates any other employee forms for the Front Office
    - Maintain all Front Office files in an accurate and up to date manner.
    - Greet all Guests in the back office as well as direct all Guest inquiries including room reservations and Guest messages.
    - Answer any incoming calls to administration lines, messages and making appointments when required.
    - Maintain par stock of all office supplies; process all purchase requisitions for the Front Office and Swiss Service.
    - Prepare monthly G.S.I, E.O.S and SHARE updates
    - Co-ordinates and oversees daily mail desk operations.
    - Oversees back office for cleanliness, maintenance, security and overall functionality.
    - Communicates operating deficiencies to respective Department Heads for awareness purposes.
    - Handles Guest phone complaints and ensure appropriate follow-up.
    - Liaison for Guest issues with Executive offices.
    - Support to Front Office staff and Management team.
    - Front Office liaison for Department Heads.
    - Monitor and update RPS and other relevent figures on daily basis and respond and record all Gust complaints on on line platforms
    - Co-ordinate the hiring process through liaison with Human Resources and setting up all stages of interview process.

    **Qualifications**:

    - Proficiency in English (verbal and written), second language an asset
    - Previous customer related experience preferred
    - Previous PMS experience an asset
    - Must possess a professional presentation
    - Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities
    - Highly responsible & reliable
    - Ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced environment
    - Ability to work cohesively as part of a team
    - Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times
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