Assistant Front Office Manager
Sheraton Athlone hotel
- Athlone, Co Westmeath
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Support in leading and inspiring the Front Office team to deliver a warm, efficient welcome and memorable guest experience.
- Anticipate guests’ needs to provide outstanding service and maximise guest satisfaction.
- Ensure arrival and departure procedures are executed to the highest standard.
- Manage reservation calls efficiently, delivering premium guest care at every opportunity.
- Assist in the day-to-day running and ongoing development of the Reception Team, promoting effective and efficient systems.
- Oversee room allocation and coordinate with Accommodation for timely availability.
- Implement and uphold Marriott brand initiatives and compliance with all relevant SOPs and standards.
- Promote the hotel’s amenities, outlets, and local activities to all guests while upselling where appropriate.
- Maintain accurate filing and administration within the Front Office department.
- Lead by example in delivering exceptional customer service and utilising every interaction as an opportunity to enhance bookings.
- Contribute to Head of Department meetings and daily operational briefings.
- A minimum of 1 year’s experience as an Assistant Front Office Manager or at 2 years at supervisor level in a busy hotel environment.
- Strong familiarity with Front Office systems—Opera Cloud experience highly desired.
- Excellent spoken and written English.
- A proven background in leading or supporting a team, with a focus on training and development.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a natural ability to build rapport.
- Impeccable organisational and administrative abilities.
- Great Place To Work® certified culture focused on mutual respect and professional growth.
- Complimentary use of our Leisure Club and discounted rates at Sirana Spa.
- Free car parking and delicious meals provided on duty.
- Exclusive hotel discounts within the Hodson Bay Group and special Marriott Explore Rate Discounts in over 9,500 hotels worldwide across 144 countries.
- Career progression opportunities within both Sheraton Athlone Hotel and the wider Marriott International network.
- Motivational incentives, such as Associate of the Month and peer recognition awards.
- Access to our active Health & Wellness programme and regular wellbeing initiatives.
- 39-hour working week with focus on work-life balance.