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The Assistant Front Office Manager plays a pivotal role in supporting the Front Office Manager in overseeing day-to-day operations of the front office. This role ensures the smooth delivery of luxury guest experiences, supervises and motivates the front office team, and acts as a point of escalation for guest concerns. The AFOM is a visible leader on the floor, fostering service excellence, operational efficiency, and guest satisfaction.
Job Responsibility
Support the Front Office Manager in managing and supervising daily front office operations
Ensure all team members deliver personalised guest experiences in line with Montcalm standards
Handle guest concerns with professionalism, ensuring a positive resolution
Deal with any potential book-out and to our property
Lead the front office team in the FOM’s absence
Oversee all front office operations to ensure exceptional guest experiences, from check in to check out
Assist in staff scheduling to always ensure adequate coverage
Conduct property walks and be a visible presence in the lobby in the peak times to interact with guests and ensure smooth operations
Monitor and manage room inventory, ensuring optimal room allocations and guest satisfaction
Maintain accuracy in guest billing and payment process
Coordinate with Reservations department to manage room blocks, VIP guests and special requests
Collaborate with other departments (Housekeeping, Concierge, Food & Beverage) to ensure seamless guest experiences
Support in implementing and reviewing SOPs for the front office
Oversee the use and maintenance of front office systems (PMS, POS, etc.) to ensure accuracy and efficiency
Ensure regular and VIP Guests are recognised and that the Front Office department operates with a sales attitude and promotes the wellness concept of the Montcalm Collection Brand
Lead, train and develop a team front office team
Monitor team performance, providing feedback, coaching and mentoring
Foster a positive work environment that encourages teamwork, professional development and high employee morale
Assist in reporting on occupancy, guest satisfaction, and other KPIs
Contribute to guest recognition programmes and loyalty initiatives
Requirements
Proven experience in a supervisory role within Front Office or a similar luxury hospitality environment
Strong leadership and people skills with the ability to motivate a team
Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organisational skills
Proficiency in PMS systems (Opera or similar)
High attention to detail and ability to multitask under pressure
A passion for hospitality and creating memorable guest experiences
Fluency in English and any additional languages is an advantage