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IHG

Global hotel company

Front Office Supervisor

Full-Time
€30k/yr
Mid
Lyon, France
In Person
Food Service & HospitalityHotel Guest Services

About the job

Requirements
  • Significant experience in hotel reception, ideally in a four- or five-star establishment.
  • Natural leadership, organizational skills, and the ability to act as a true support for the Assistant Front Office Manager and Front Office Manager.
  • Excellent service orientation and ease in handling complex situations and guest complaints.
  • Commercial mindset and results orientation, particularly regarding upselling and guest loyalty.
  • Excellent communication, team spirit, and the ability to support and develop colleagues.
  • Ability to adapt to guests and take initiative.
  • Bilingual English proficiency.
Responsibilities
  • Perform check-in and check-out for individual guests and groups in accordance with the establishment's policies and procedures.
  • Communicate key group information to the reception team and coordinate the organization of group arrivals and departures.
  • Coordinate with operational departments, including Concierge, Room Service, and Housekeeping, to ensure a quality guest stay.
  • Review guest billing and take the necessary measures with the relevant teams to ensure effective follow-up.
  • Organize shifts by coordinating breaks and distributing tasks among receptionists.
  • Act as the reception team reference during the shift and ensure the organization and proper functioning of the department.
  • Control VIP room assignments, ensure guest profiles are updated, and share relevant information with the appropriate departments.
  • Participate in training and supporting reception teams and in preparing and integrating new hires in collaboration with the Front Office Manager.
  • Identify training needs related to recurring issues and communicate them to the Front Office Manager and Assistant Front Office Manager so that appropriate actions can be implemented.
  • Ensure that the reception area remains clean, organized, and ready to welcome guests.
  • Contribute actively to financial objectives, particularly upselling, and to guest-loyalty objectives by setting an example for the team.
  • Assist teams in handling complex situations and follow up on guest requests and complaints.
  • Ensure efficient, prompt, and courteous service in accordance with the standards and directives of InterContinental Lyon – Hotel Dieu.
  • Be responsible for the cash float and ensure compliance with applicable financial procedures.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience in a four- or five-star hotel establishment.

About the company

IHG is a global hospitality company operating and franchising a portfolio of hotel brands. The company supports hotel development, reservations, loyalty programs, revenue management, brand standards, technology, and guest services. It serves travelers, hotel owners, franchisees, corporate clients, loyalty members, and hospitality partners. Its operating model centers on a primarily franchised and managed hotel network connected through brands, distribution, commercial systems, and regional support. Teams work across hotel operations, development, revenue, technology, marketing, loyalty, finance, and owner support. Teams support coordinated daily delivery.

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