Job Summary
The Front Desk Supervisor oversees the daily operations of the hotel front desk, ensuring guests receive outstanding service from check-in through check-out. This role supervises front desk staff, resolves guest concerns, maintains operational standards, and assists in maximizing room revenue and guest satisfaction.
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- Supervise and support front desk agents during all shifts.
- Ensure efficient guest check-in and check-out procedures.
- Handle guest complaints, special requests, and service recovery situations professionally.
- Train, coach, and mentor front desk employees on policies, procedures, and customer service standards.
- Monitor reservations, room assignments, and occupancy levels.
- Assist with scheduling and staffing of the front office team.
- Balance cash transactions, review reports, and ensure accurate billing procedures.
- Ensure compliance with hotel, brand, and safety standards.
- Act as Manager on Duty when required and coordinate with housekeeping, maintenance, and other departments.
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- High school diploma or equivalent required; college coursework in hospitality preferred.
- Previous hotel front desk experience required; supervisory experience preferred.
- Strong customer service and communication skills.
- Ability to multitask and solve problems in a fast-paced environment.
- Knowledge of hotel property management systems and Microsoft Office.
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and varied shifts.
Requirements:
- Deliver exceptional guest service and maintain high guest satisfaction scores.
- Support achievement of hotel occupancy and revenue goals.
- Maintain accurate guest records and financial transactions.
- Foster a positive, productive, and professional front desk team environment.
- Leadership and team development
- Conflict resolution
- Guest relations
- Cash handling and auditing
- Scheduling and staff management
- Attention to detail
- Organizational skills
- Problem-solving abilities
- Effective verbal and written communication
- Teamwork and collaboration
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At IHG, we’ve made a promise. As one of the world’s leading hotel groups, we’re here to deliver True Hospitality for Good. Making our guests and colleagues feel welcome, cared for, recognised and respected – wherever they are in the world. Want to be part of the journey?
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