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About the Role
About Our Organization We are a leading international hospitality group dedicated to curating enriching and memorable lifestyle experiences. With a portfolio of iconic properties located in the world’s most desirable destinations, we are recognized for setting new benchmarks in service excellence.
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About Our Organization
We are a leading international hospitality group dedicated to curating enriching and memorable lifestyle experiences.
With a portfolio of iconic properties located in the world’s most desirable destinations, we are recognized for setting new benchmarks in service excellence.
Our brand represents a fusion of contemporary sophistication and timeless elegance.
We are committed to delivering intuitive guest experiences that celebrate life’s special moments.
If you are passionate about defining the future of luxury travel in a dynamic, high-growth environment, we invite you to join our team.
The Role
We are seeking an experienced
Duty Manager
to lead our guest services division.
In this role, you will be the architect of the guest journey, ensuring a seamless and flawless experience from check-in to check-out.
You will empower your team to deliver personalized service, turning every visitor into a loyal advocate for our brand.
Key Responsibilities
- Operational Leadership: Direct all daily Front Office operations, ensuring strict compliance with luxury service standards and safety protocols.
- Team Development: Mentor, coach, and train staff to achieve high performance. Conduct regular feedback sessions to foster professional growth and skill enhancement.
- Strategic Resource Planning: Analyze occupancy trends and operational metrics to optimize staffing levels and resource allocation.
- Communication Excellence: Lead daily briefings to ensure clear communication of VIP requirements, special events, and operational updates across shifts.
- Service Recovery: Proactively identify potential guest concerns and lead resolution efforts with empathy and efficiency to maintain high satisfaction scores.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with Housekeeping, Concierge, and Food & Beverage departments to ensure a unified guest experience.
Qualifications & Experience
- Experience: Minimum 4 years of progressive experience in the luxury hospitality sector.
- Leadership: At least 2 years in a supervisory or management capacity within a 5-star hotel environment.
- Education: High school diploma required; Bachelor’s degree in Hotel Management, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.
- Skills: High Emotional Intelligence (EQ), exceptional problem-solving abilities, and fluency in English (additional languages are a plus).
- Technical: Proficiency in major Property Management Systems (PMS) and Microsoft Office Suite.
Core Competencies
- These are the functional skills required to succeed in this role:
- Guest Obsession: An innate drive to anticipate and exceed guest expectations, treating every interaction as an opportunity to build loyalty.
- Operational Agility: The ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment, shifting priorities quickly without losing attention to detail.
- Coaching Mindset: A dedication to developing others through constructive feedback, active listening, and leading by example.
- Analytical Decision Making: The capability to interpret operational data and guest feedback to make informed decisions that improve efficiency and service quality.
- Emotional Resilience: Maintaining composure, professionalism, and a positive demeanor during high-pressure situations or when handling complex guest issues.
Our Values
- These guiding principles define our culture and how we operate:
- Excellence in Service: We are uncompromising in our pursuit of perfection. Every detail matters, and we take pride in delivering consistent, high-quality experiences that build trust with our guests.
- Accountability: We take ownership of our actions and outcomes. Our team members are empowered to make decisions that benefit the guest and the business, driving efficiency and results.
- Collaboration: We believe in the power of teamwork. By fostering an inclusive environment where diverse talents thrive, we achieve more together than we ever could alone.
- Innovation: We embrace change and continuously seek better ways to serve our guests. We challenge conventional methods to stay ahead of industry trends and evolving customer needs.
- Integrity: We operate with honesty and transparency in all our dealings, respecting our guests, colleagues, and partners.
Why Join Us?
- Work with a globally respected luxury brand in a landmark location.
- Competitive tax-free salary and comprehensive benefits package (health insurance, annual flights, etc.).
- A supportive culture that values professional development and internal mobility.
- The opportunity to shape the guest experience for a discerning international clientele.
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