IHG Hotels & Resorts

Assistant Guest Relations Manager

IHG Hotels & Resorts  •  State of Qatar (Onsite)  •  20 days ago
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Job Description

Provide upscale guest service experiences for clients throughout their stayEnsure clients are properly greeted upon their arrivalMonitor daily bookings and ensure assigned rooms are prepared prior to check-inCoordinate luggage collection and storageOversee check-in and check-out procedures, including reservations and financial transactionsPromptly address guests’ requests, like in-room diningActively listen to and resolve complaintsEnsure special guests, like disabled people, elderly, children and VIPs, receive personalized servicesCoordinate and manage communication between guests and staff and follow up to ensure we resolve concernsInform clients of our hotel services, including breakfast and dining optionsPromote all hotel amenities, conveniences and programs offeredManage guest relations team to ensure we comply with all standards and operating proceduresAppraise team’s performance and produce regular reportsExamine daily duties, assign tasks and check on progressAnalyze customer feedback from hotel guestbook and online reviews and suggest ways to improve ratingsRecommend local tourist spots, including places to dine, shop and sight-see

Establish friendly relationships with regular hotel clients

RESPONSIBLE BUSINESS

Make all necessary decisions when assigned under the direction of the Operations Manager.Liaison between Housekeeping, Engineering, Security, Front Desk, and the other departments within the hotel.Follow up the grooming standards of the Team.

PEOPLE

Oversee work performance of new colleagues when it comes to guest relation.Help train front desk staff, new hires on-the-job-trainees (On the Job Training) and cross-trainees.Ensure interdepartmental communication is managed effectively.Lead, motivate and develop subordinates to effectively achieve the objectives of the front office department.Identify internal training needs and develop training programs or recommend necessary training program for all subordinates. GENERAL Proven work experience as a Guest Relations or similar roleUnderstanding of all hotel management best practices and relevant lawsHands-on experience with Hotel Management software (PMS)Proficiency in English; knowledge of other languages is a plusCustomer service drive with outstanding communication and active listening skillsExcellent problem-solving and multitasking skillsLeadership skills along with the ability to motivate a team into high performanceStrong sense of responsibility and a professional presentation

IHG Hotels & Resorts

About IHG Hotels & Resorts

IHG Hotels & Resorts [LON:IHG, NYSE:IHG (ADRs)] is a global hospitality company, with a purpose to provide True Hospitality for Good.

With a family of 19 hotel brands and IHG One Rewards, one of the world's largest hotel loyalty programmes, IHG has over 6,300 open hotels in more than 100 countries, and a development pipeline of over 2,000 properties.

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Suites: Atwell Suites, Staybridge Suites, Holiday Inn Club Vacations, Candlewood Suites

Exclusive Partners: Iberostar Beachfront Resorts

InterContinental Hotels Group PLC is the Group's holding company and is incorporated and registered in England and Wales. Approximately 345,000 people work across IHG's hotels and corporate offices globally.

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Industry
Travel & Hospitality
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Windsor, GB
Year Founded
Unknown
Website
ihg.com
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