Assistant Front Office Manager
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Assistant Front Office Manager
Company: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]
Location: Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Salary: £29,557 / Year
Type: Full-time, On-site
Expiry: 2026-06-07
Description
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] by the Unlimited Collection is seeking a charming and engaging Assistant Front Office Manager with a passion for service excellence. You will report to the Front Office Manager, supporting/working towards providing our guests with memorable experiences of the city.
Responsibilities
- Ensure consistent and courteous service for all guests, actively challenging deviations from Ascott standards and quality service levels.
- Manage and lead contribution towards key hotel KPI’s – DQA, ASR Enrolments and conversion, GRI performance
- Manage response to all guest feedback in the set-out timelines
- Process weekly rotas and payroll to given deadlines as per ADP and HR
- Manage key-client relationships to optimize potential and analyse results from Balanced Scorecard and System audits.
- Oversee the guest ledger and accounts, maintaining accurate control of billing, and manage departmental costs per the Head of the department's directives.
- Proactively handle no-show charges, chargebacks, and outstanding payments, overseeing credit/debit card refunds, and ensuring Front Office team's proactive invoice checks and client communication.
- Demonstrate a proactive and consistent approach to stock control, cost control, and cash control.
- Display innovation in skills development and standards enhancement within the team.
- Ensure recruitment, training development, and staffing levels meet requirements while balancing a management style directed by the Head of the department, combining both 'hands-on' and strategic elements.
- Actively participate in internal promotions such as room upsell and F&B promotions, setting an example through leadership.
- Support overall business objectives in terms of revenues, costs, and teamwork, emphasizing personal competency development.
- Exhibit a proactive approach to delivering and championing company and operational standards.
- Address guest queries promptly and maintain accurate records of all correspondence.
- Ensure timely and accurate completion of all necessary administration work.
- Plan and manage occupancy according to guest requirements and availability.
- Implement systems and processes to effectively meet legislative requirements.
- Maintain impeccable standards of appearance and grooming, always wearing the company uniform and badges.
- Be aware of fire procedures, operate firefighting equipment, and follow evacuation procedures, complying with all Health and Safety guidelines and reporting duties as instructed by the Company.
Requirements
- Previous experience within a similar role is essential.
- Previous high volume hotel experience is preferable.
- Outstanding customer service experience is essential.
- A capability and commitment to delivering high levels of customer care.
- Experience of working as part of a winning team
- Ability to remain calm
Benefits
- Genuine career opportunities within our business
- Valuable on the job training, along with access to our digital online learning platform and numerous other learning and development opportunities
- Staff incentives when you and the team perform
About Us
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