Summary
Accor is hiring a Front Office Team Leader at Sofitel Al Khobar The Corniche in Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia. The role oversees guest arrivals and departures, handles requests and complaints, monitors guest accounts, coordinates VIP and group arrivals, and completes shift handovers. Candidates should have strong guest-service and communication skills, a good command of English, and proficiency with Opera PMS and Microsoft Office. This position is for Saudi nationals only.
The posting
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Company Description
Join a hotel that is a member of the Accor network, whose group brings together more than 45 brands, 5,500 hotels, 10,000 restaurants and lifestyle destinations. Here, we believe in you and what you bring to the table. There are many opportunities for development and advancement. Every gesture, every smile, every action, contributes to creating a positive and memorable impact for our customers, our colleagues and also for our planet. Together, we embody the vision of responsible hospitality.
Take the opportunity to become a Heartist®, and let your heart guide you in this world where life beats faster.
Job Description
Front Office - Team Leader
First impressions are everything! As a Front Office - Team Leader, you will take care of the guests from the moment they arrive through to their departure by ensuring they have a memorable experience with us.
What you will be doing:
- Welcome and bid farewell to guests in accordance with hotel standards while providing professional and friendly service.
- Perform check-in and check-out procedures accurately and efficiently.
- Handle guest requests, complaints, and special requirements by coordinating with relevant departments and ensuring prompt resolution.
- Monitor guest accounts, process payments, and maintain accurate front office records.
- Provide guests with information regarding hotel services, facilities, and local attractions.
- Manage incoming phone calls, respond to inquiries, and direct calls to the appropriate departments.
- Assist with preparations for VIP arrivals, group check-ins, and special events.
- Complete shift handovers accurately and communicate daily operational updates to the next shift.
- Deliver personalized service to enhance guest satisfaction and contribute to a memorable guest experience.
- Proudly promote the hotel facilities, looking for opportunities to enhance a guest’s stay through up-selling
This position is for Saudi national only
Qualifications
• Strong service-oriented mindset with a professional approach, consistently prioritizing guest satisfaction.
• Good command of English.
• Proficient in using Opera PMS and familiar with hotel property management and front office systems.
• Preferably experienced in front office operations within international or similar chain hotels.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with guests from diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Friendly, positive, and guest-focused attitude.
• Proven problem-solving, decision-making, and crisis management skills, with the ability to handle guest complaints professionally.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to shift-based working schedules.
• Strong team player with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
• Detail-oriented, responsible, and well-organized working style.
• Well-presented, professional appearance aligned with corporate standards and strong representational skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and capable of supporting basic reporting tasks.
Additional Information
experience is an asset