Company DescriptionSLS Dubai Hotel and Residences is a luxury lifestyle 5-star city hotel which belongs to Ennismore under the wider Accor group umbrella.Boasting 946 units, with 254 uniquely designed hotel rooms, 321 hotel apartments and 371 Branded Residences, spread over 75 floors, SLS Dubai is one of the tallest hotels and residences in the region.A wondrous and striking landmark in Downtown District, designed by the award- winning architects Aedas and interior designer Paul Bishop, the SLS Dubai is a unique cabinet of curiosities that never ceases to delight.KEY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
To be accountable for the smooth operation of each reservation and reception shift
Maximizing revenue opportunities
Consistently exceed guest expectations
Develop a motivated and high performing team, committed to delivering clear goals
Develop a positive, direct and open relationship with all colleagues
Management and ownership of LPMs customer relationship initiatives
To conduct on the job as well as off the job training for the reception team
To maintain a good presentable composure on the floor at all times
Support delivery of menu implementation timetable
Support timely administration of correspondence
To manage the scheduling of employees in line with varying business levels in order to maximize productivity and minimize payroll costs
Proactive in highlighting recruitment needs and actively involved in the selection process
Create user-friendly organized filing systems
Develop and agree with the General Manager, a calendar of training requirements
Delivery of a consistent and effective appraisal process
Identify development needs and opportunities within the department
Ensure all members of the team, receive, understand and sign their job description
Pro-active in updating self and colleagues on relevant systems
Deliver departmental standards of performance and presentation
Stimulate change, challenge assumption and ways of working to move the business forward
Develop a positive and direct relationship with all colleagues
Within the department, instill a culture of pride, ownership and desire to exceed expectation
Ensure each shift is reviewed and handovers/briefings are carried out
To liaise with the kitchen and restaurant to enable the delivery of seamless customer service
Performance Measurement Customer Service
Customer requests, queries or complaints are investigated and administered within 24hrs
Clear understanding of guest expectations across all members of the department demonstrated by the completion of the skills and standards programmed
Develop a competent understanding of food, wine and all menus
Support Manager by being flexible and co-operative in the pursuit of departmental and restaurant goals
Qualifications
Leadership skills
Excellent reading, writing and oral proficiency in English
Well-presented and professionally groomed at all times
Strong interpersonal skills and able to establish a good rapport with guests
Possess full knowledge of restaurants seating/table plan
Computer knowledge (Microsoft Excel, Word, Powerpoint)