The Royal Marine Hotel is currently accepting applications for the position of Front Office Manager to oversee the front office department of our 228 Bedroom Hotel.


We are seeking an enthusiastic, professional, motivated and hardworking individual with a desire to provide excellent customer service. This is not an office based position but requires leading from the lobby.


Principle Responsibilities:


The role will be charged with leading and motivating the front office team to deliver outstanding levels of service to guests of the Hotel Responsible for all front office functions and team. As a department leader, directs and works with managers and team to successfully execute all front office operations, including guest arrival and departure procedures.


Role Requirements:
To establish and implement standards, ensuring all services offered are of the highest 4* quality and all employees are trained in the delivery of same.
Sets high standards of performance for self and others; assumes responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks.
Identify and analyse operational challenges and facilitate the development of solutions to prevent reoccurrence.
To liaise with the accommodation and maintenance department daily to ensure that potential issues are dealt with in a controlled manner.
Ability to develop and sustain productive customer relationships; actively seeking information to understand and address customers' needs.
Improving service by communicating and assisting individuals to understand guest needs, providing guidance, feedback and individual coaching when needed
Providing guidance and direction to team members, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.
Manages staffing levels to ensure that guest service, operational needs, and financial objectives are met through forward planning.
To ensure compliance in relation to Health & Safety and statutory requirements.
Displays leadership in guest hospitality, exemplifies excellent customer service and creates a positive atmosphere for guest relations.
To maintain a strong visible presence in the department.
Ability to recruit, train, develop and retain team members.


The Candidate:


The ideal candidate must have;
Previous experience in Irish market in a similar position within a 4* property.
Excellent attention to detail and the ability to motivate self and team.
Strong, professional communication skills are essential, both oral and written.
Previous experience in a high-volume property in Ireland.
Fully competent in the property management system, HOTSOFT or similar PMS.
The ability to work under pressure, on their own initiative and have a passion for the hospitality business.


In return, we also offer excellent employee benefits including:

• Career Development and Training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Staff Discounts on accommodation in our Sister Properties
• Complementary Health Club and Pool Membership
• Discounted Spa treatments & Products
• Complimentary Golf in Druids Heath
• Bike to work scheme & other commuter plans
• Meals during shifts & Healthy Snacks
• Free parking
• Length of Service Rewards

Facilities
228 well appointed Bedrooms
12 Dedicated Meeting Rooms set in the original Victorian Building which have been meticulously restored
The Carlisle seating up to 500 delegates
Bay Lounge, ornate yet entrenched in history in a perfect setting ideal for afternoon tea
Hardys Bar incorporating a modern design serving a trendy menu
Dun Bistro featuring a mix of both modern and period design featuring a European menu
Pier Health Club with an 18 metre pool and a cardiovascular exercise facility with state of the art equipment.
Our luxurious Sansana Spa which has nine treatment rooms including a Razul Chamber, a Hydrotherapy Bath and Dry Flotation Room


Salary will be negotiated depending on experience.