Key Responsibilities
Guest Interaction & Service
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Welcome guests warmly upon arrival and ensure a smooth check-in and check-out process.
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Provide accurate information about hotel facilities, services, and local attractions.
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Respond professionally to guest inquiries, requests, and complaints; follow up to ensure satisfaction.
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Maintain high levels of guest engagement and personalize service whenever possible.
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Promote hotel facilities, upgrades, upsell room categories, and loyalty programs.
Front Desk Operations
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Handle room assignments, key issuance, and registration procedures.
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Process payments accurately, including cash, card transactions, pre-authorizations, and billing.
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Maintain updated knowledge of room availability, daily arrivals, departures, and special guest requirements.
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Handle calls through the hotel switchboard following call-handling standards.
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Create, modify, and manage reservations in the PMS (Opera/Fidelio or relevant system).
Communication & Coordination
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Communicate guest requests promptly to housekeeping, engineering, concierge, and other departments.
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Coordinate with transportation, valet, and bell services for guest arrivals and departures.
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Ensure handovers and traces are updated for smooth operation between shifts.
Compliance & Standards
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Follow hotel policies, procedures, and brand service standards.
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Ensure accuracy and confidentiality of guest information.
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Adhere to safety, security, and emergency procedures.
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Maintain a clean, organized, and professional front desk environment.
Reporting & Administration
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Prepare and update daily reports, logs, and checklists.
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Handle lost & found procedures in coordination with security.
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Assist with cashier closing, reconciliation, and shift reports.
Skills & Qualifications
Required
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Previous experience in Front Office or customer service preferred.
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
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Proficiency in PMS systems (Opera is an advantage).
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Strong problem-solving ability and ability to handle difficult situations.
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Professional appearance and positive attitude.
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Ability to multitask under pressure.
Preferred
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Additional language skills (Arabic, Russian, German, French, Italian).
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Knowledge of the local area and hospitality market.
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Experience in a luxury or resort environment.


