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Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group

Operates luxury hotels and residences globally

Duty Manager

Hotel Guest ServicesConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeSanya, Hainan, ChinaNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Strong interpersonal and problem-solving abilities.
  • Excellent hotel product knowledge.
  • High responsibility and reliability.
  • Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to work cohesively as part of a team.
  • Ability to focus attention on guest needs while remaining calm and courteous.
  • English language skills.

Responsibilities

  • Provide service in line with guests’ expectations and Mandarin Oriental service standards, and supervise prompt and accurate fulfilment of guest requests.
  • Handle guest complaints promptly, coordinate resources to resolve issues, and follow up on feedback.
  • Lead responses to emergency situations to maintain on-site order and guest safety.
  • Maintain familiarity with Front Office operational standards and procedures and corporate programs.
  • Maintain knowledge of room rates, discounts, packages, hotel facilities, and special events.
  • Maintain good working relationships with all departments and work closely with the reception supervisor.
  • Review daily arrival information, including VIPs, repeat guests, groups, and special requests.
  • Inspect VIP rooms for cleanliness and standard setup, and ensure amenities are appropriately placed.
  • Greet VIPs, repeat guests, and long-staying guests upon arrival, and ensure their accommodation is satisfactory.
  • Assist with handling claimed reservations and turn-aways according to policies and procedures.
  • Regularly inspect front-of-house and back-of-house areas, including lobby cleanliness, lighting, background music, the main entrance, and driveway.
  • Ensure associates comply with grooming and uniform standards.
  • Ensure Guest Service Agents check room discrepancies daily and maintain correct room status.
  • Conduct department briefings.
  • Assist the income auditor in ensuring Guest Service Agent procedures comply with hotel financial policies and procedures and group standards.
  • Represent hotel management in handling guest complaints and special inquiries to support smooth operations.
  • Coordinate with other departments to achieve guest satisfaction and meet expectations.
  • Ensure guest complaints are logged and acted upon, seek to prevent dissatisfied guests from leaving, and request management assistance when needed.
  • Record significant incidents and guest comments in the shift logbook for management.
  • Log security incidents and accidents in accordance with hotel requirements.
  • Assist in investigating and resolving written guest complaints.
  • Maintain effective guest relations, build rapport, and offer personalized service and assistance.
  • Deliver high-quality service to guests and communicate with guests and colleagues to continually improve service quality.
  • Assist Reception as required, including performing check-ins and check-outs.
  • Carry out the hotel night audit according to hotel procedures.
  • Report operational deficiencies and irregularities to management.
  • Promote hotel products and services using up-selling and suggestive-selling techniques.
  • Maintain product and service knowledge to explain offerings and make recommendations to guests.
  • Maintain familiarity with property safety, current first-aid procedures, and fire-emergency procedures.
  • Assist other departments in resolving problems when the department head is unavailable.
  • Provide ongoing advice and support to staff under the role’s supervision, and supervise staff performance.
  • Meet reporting and service deadlines on time.
  • Attend required training and meetings.
  • Carry out other duties assigned or delegated by the Assistant Front Office Manager or Front Office Manager.

About the Company

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group

Operates luxury hotels and residences globally

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group operates a collection of luxury hotels, resorts, and residences around the world. Each property reflects the group’s oriental heritage and sense of place, delivering upscale accommodations and service to guests. The group’s core product is the management and operation of high-end hotels and residences; its properties typically feature refined design, premium amenities, and personalized guest experiences. The brand differentiates itself through its distinctive combination of luxury standards and oriental charm, with a focus on exceptional facilities, attentive staff, and consistent quality across locations, supported by a pipeline of new developments in desirable markets. The goal is to be widely recognized as the best global luxury hotel group by providing 21st-century luxury with oriental charm, growing through selective expansion while maximizing long-term profitability and shareholder value.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Hong Kong
Founded
1963

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