Job Number 24077041

Job Category Rooms & Guest Services Operations

Location The Park Tower Knightsbridge Luxury Collection Hotel London, 101 Knightsbridge, London, England, United Kingdom

Schedule Full-Time

Located Remotely? N

Relocation? N

Position Type Non-Management

Do you have a passion for Front Office and providing exceptional service in a luxury setting? Then The Park Tower Knightsbridge, a Luxury Collection Hotel has an exciting opportunity for a Front Office Shift Leader / Supervisor to join our team.

As Front Office Shift Leader / Supervisor you will:

Be a key member of the Front Office and Front of House team within the hotel, reporting to the Front Office Manager. Responsible for leading and assisting with the successful completion of daily shift requirements. Strives to ensure guest and employee satisfaction and achieve the operating budget. Assists in completing financial and administrative responsibilities.

Key tasks you will carry out:

• Process all guest check-ins, verifying guest identity, form of payment, assigning room, and activating/issuing room key.

• Set up accurate accounts for each guest according to their requirements.

• Enter Marriott Rewards information.

• Ensure rates match market codes, document exceptions.

• Secure payment prior to issuing room key, verify/adjust billing.

• Compile and review daily reports/logs/contingency lists.

• Complete cashier and closing reports.

• Supply guests with directions and property information.

• Accommodate guest requests, contacting appropriate staff if necessary.

• Follow up to ensure requests have been met.

• Process all payment types, vouchers, paid-outs, and charges.

• Balance and drop receipts.

• Count and secure bank at beginning and end of shift.

• Obtain manual authorizations and follow all Accounting procedures.

• Notify Loss Prevention/Security of any guest reports of theft.

In general you will:

Assist management in training, evaluating, counseling, motivating and coaching employees; serve as a role model and first point of contact of the Guarantee of Fair Treatment/Open Door Policy process. Develop/maintain positive working relationships; support team to reach common goals; listen and respond appropriately to employee concerns. Follow company policies and procedures; report accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager; complete safety training and certifications; ensure personal appearance is clean and professional; maintain confidentiality of proprietary information; protect company assets. Welcome and acknowledge guests; anticipate and address guests’ service needs; assist individuals with disabilities; thank guests with genuine appreciation. Speak using clear and professional language; prepare and review written documents accurately and completely; answer telephones using appropriate etiquette. Ensure adherence to quality standards. Enter and locate information using computers/POS systems. Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time. Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 10 pounds without assistance. Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.

What we’re looking for:

You will have previous experience of working within a hotel Front Desk, Front Office or Guest Services at a similar or entry level position.

Personality is the key to our roles, as is a genuine passion about people. You will have a welcoming personality; have excellent communication and presentation skills; be a team player and pride yourself on delivering exceptional service with genuine warmth. Excellent command of the English language is required. We want people who are confident, willing to multitask and undertake duties outside of the normal job description, are easy to be around and can really contribute to delivering on our strategy and objectives to support a successful hotel operation.

If this sounds like you we would look forward to hearing from you!

In return for your hard work, we give you…

• Discretionary Service Charge

• Discounted accommodation in over 9,000 hotels all over the world. Yes, 9,000!

• £5 breakfast when staying in any of our European hotels

• Discounted food & drink in restaurants and bars at Marriott International hotels

• Discounts for your friends and family

• 28 Holiday days (increasing with length of service)

• Paid breaks and free meals on duty

• Employee Assistance Program

• Company Pension Scheme

• Cycle to Work and EyeCare schemes

• Access to Marriott BenefitHub giving discounts, rewards and perks on 1,000s of brands in a variety of categories

• Wellness and mental health programmes

• Amazing staff parties & activities

• Length of Service and monthly recognition awards and gifts

• World class training and development

• Unlimited career opportunities (internationally and locally)

• …and much more

Where you will work:

Situated in the heart of one of London's most alluring locales, The Park Tower Knightsbridge, which is part of Marriott International's Luxury Collection brand, is a stone's throw away from graceful Hyde Park, fabulous Harrods, Harvey Nichols and the chic dining haunts of the city's most stylish set. Timeless elegance and contemporary design blend seamlessly in our elegant lobby and reception area. Our iconic circular tower's 271 accommodations are all consistently spacious with open views of London. Suites include the distinguished service of the Park Tower Butler as well as breathtaking London skyline and Hyde Park views.

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 on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.

The Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts, with over 120 properties in more than 35 countries, offers the promise of authentic experiences that evoke lasting, treasured memories. Our more than 100 years of experience, beginning in 1906 under the Italian CIGA brand – a collection of Europe's most celebrated and iconic properties – serves as a solid foundation as we continuously evolve to exceed the desires of the luxury traveler.

From legendary palaces and remote retreats to timeless modern classics, each luxury hotel and resort is a unique and cherished expression of its locale – a portal to the destination’s cultural charms and treasures. If you are someone with an appreciation for evocative storytelling, a keen interest and passion for this destination's heritage, and a desire to deliver genuine, personalized, and anticipatory hospitality, then we invite you on our journey. In joining The Luxury Collection, 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.