Front Office Manager, Panjim

Job role: Front desk manager/executive/associate Location: South India Department: Hotel operations Job experience: 1-3 years Job brief A front desk manager/executive/associate shall be responsible for management of the company's backpacker hostels effectively. He/she shall be entrusted to effectively be a part of the managing team for a 35-50 keys hotel/hostel overseeing multiple facets of operations including front office, housekeeping, F&B, guest experience, R&M&engineering, security&safety, etc. as per company's standard operating procedures. Key responsibilities Understanding of the hospitality/hotel industry with extensive work experience Understanding of the company's vision, business expansion plans, operational standards, etc. Understanding the nuances of managing a hotel under a brand network and optimise its operations with a bird eye viewUnderstanding hotel pre-launch phase, day to day operations, etc. Understanding of various functions including front desk, housekeeping, F&B, engineering, etc. Supervising various functions and human resources (blue/white collar) Managing operational quality with attention to detail on various parameters such as infrastructure, services, staff, operations, etc. to ensure high service quality Handling&resolving escalations and grievances Liaising with various departments such as local police, health/fire/safety departments, local vendors, etc. and ensuring a cordial relationship Coordinating with other departments within the company to help resolve issues Qualifications Hospitality graduate/post-graduate or diploma in hospitalityMin. 1-3 years of experience in a hotel, hostel, guest house, etc. Extensive operational knowledge of hotel operations Outstanding communication, interpersonal&time-management skills Flexible to relocate anywhere in southern India High attention to detail