Categories: Hospitality and Tourism
Job Type: Full Time
Locations: VI Lagos State
Salary: NGN500000-NGN600000 Net
Qualification: BSc
Experience: Senior Level
Job Brief
The Front Office Manager is responsible for overseeing all front desk operations and ensuring an exceptional guest experience from arrival to departure. This role requires a seasoned hospitality professional with strong leadership capabilities, operational expertise, and a solid background working with reputable chain hotels.
The ideal candidate must have a minimum of 8-10 years of hotel experience and demonstrate excellence in guest service management, team supervision, and revenue optimization.
What You Will Be Doing
- Oversee daily operations of the Front Office, Reception, Concierge, and Guest Services teams.
- Ensure seamless check-in and check-out processes.
- Maintain high standards of guest satisfaction and handle escalated complaints professionally.
- Supervise, train, and mentor front office staff to ensure service excellence.
- Monitor room inventory, occupancy levels, and coordinate with Housekeeping and Reservations.
- Ensure compliance with hotel policies, SOPs, and brand standards.
- Prepare and analyze front office reports, including occupancy, revenue, and guest feedback.
- Implement strategies to increase upselling and maximize revenue.
- Maintain effective communication with all departments for smooth operations.
- Ensure security procedures and safety standards are strictly followed.
The Ideal Candidate
- Minimum of 8 years’ experience in hotel operations.
- Must have worked with recognized chain hotels.
- Strong leadership and people management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in hotel management software (e.g., Opera, Fidelio, or similar PMS systems).
- Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills.
- High level of professionalism and a guest-oriented mindset.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.
Note: Only qualified candidates will be contacted.