Guest Services Leader

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Are you ready to make the
SMART
career choice? Holiday Inn Express is the smart choice for savvy business and leisure travelers, offering a relaxed, affordable and hassle-free stay every time. Located at the heart of key business and leisure districts, every Holiday Inn Express is just steps away from dining and entertainment options. As a Team Member at Holiday Inn Express, you will experience a variety of roles in your daily job and will be empowered to make a difference. You will be part of a multi-skilled, multi-talented, collaborative and action-oriented team to deliver the
SMART
experience, providing everything our guests need and nothing they don't.
Join us as a
Guest Services Leader
in
Holiday Inn Express Singapore Katong.
You'll have ambition, talent and obviously, some key skills. We're looking for someone who can:
Guest Services Leader (GSL) play a significant role in providing consistent, reliable service in the hotel including superior cleanliness standards and optimum manpower productivity. Accountable for (Senior) Guest Service Agents' execution of the consistent Holiday Inn Express guest experience.
In addition, the GSL will be a Champion in these areas;
The Guest Experience Champion is pivotal to delivering our unique Guest Experience and is responsible for consistent delivery of the Express guest experience. Key areas of responsibility will be efficiently anticipating the needs of the guest and identifying operation barriers to delivering the unique Guest Experience. The role acts as the custodian of Holiday Inn Express service delivery.
The Great Room Champion liaises with the outsourced food provider, overseeing and directing the Great Room efficiently to ensure modern and uncomplicated customer service is delivered consistently.
The IHG Rewards Club Champion ensure all training is provided regarding IHG Rewards Club. Keys areas of responsibility will be to attend calls/training, motivate the Guest Services Team for enrollments and ensure all collaterals are up to date.
Financial Returns:
Participate in the preparation of the annual departmental operating budget.
Monitor budget and control expenses with a focus on increasing productivity.
Analyze financials to drive revenues, future profitability, and maximum return on investment.
To assist in the hotel's revenue growth by leveraging on the company's systems & procedures.
Assist with third party vendor induction and support in managing the performance of third party vendors.
People:
Manage day-to-day staffing requirements, plan and assign work, establish performance and development goals for team members.
Provide SGSA and GSA's mentoring, coaching and regular feedback to help manage conflict and improve employee engagement.
Educate/train team members in compliance with federal, state and local laws & safety regulations.
Ensure the team is job trained and has the tools and equipment to complete job duties.
Manage third party vendor staffing requirements, plan and assign work.
Ensure 'one team approach' and quality service through daily communication and coordination.
Develop programs that drive improvements in team member engagement and are aligned with the Make Every Interaction Counts brand service behaviors.
Develop, implement and monitor team member succession planning to ensure future strength.
Responsible for SGSA/GSA Training / Rostering / Coaching as directed by the Assistant Rooms Division Manager, Rooms Division Manager or General Manager.
Guest Experience:
Respond to guest complaints and ensure corrective action to resolve their issues / concerns.
Carry out the special needs and requests of guests and repeat visitors.
Advise employees of deficiencies and instruct on corrective action. Provide retraining as needed.
Demonstrate BrandHearted behaviors by maintaining compliance with all required brand standards, behaviors, hallmarks and license agreement mandates.
Drive improvement in guest satisfaction goals. Collaborate with hotel team members to establish and implement services and programs that meet or exceed guest expectations.
Make time to interact with guests, solicit feedback and build relationships.
Responsible for IHG Rewards Club enrolment and recognition.
Ensure the 'one team approach' by assisting in all Reception tasks when required.
Accountable for the maintenance of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in accordance with the Service Level Standards.
Assist the IT shared services support in the PMS Maintenance, Configuration and Interface Management.
Responsible Business:
Ensure a safe and secure environment for guests, team members and hotel assets in compliance with hotel's or owner's policies and procedures and regulatory requirements.
Develop and carry out action plans to be environmentally conscious by taking steps to reduce the hotel's carbon footprint.
Act in a responsible and senior way when dealing with hotel revenue.
Support Hotel Indigo operation base on Brand Standard and Local authorities guidelines when needed.
Perform other duties as assigned by your superior, EAM, Hotel Manager or General Manager.
Accountability:
The Guest Service Leader will fulfill a leadership role in the hotel whilst overseeing third party vendors (contractors). They will champion the "one team" approach and oversee the Holiday Inn Express brand standards whilst dealing effectively and efficiently with all guest complaints, queries and suggestions.
Qualifications & Requirements
Minimum Diploma or equivalent plus four years' service industry experience. Supervisory experience is essential. Must be proficient in written and spoken English.
In return for your hard work, you can look forward to a highly competitive salary and benefits package, including
Duty Meals
Birthday Off
Medical Benefits
Dental Benefits
Insurance Coverage
25-50% F&B Discount at restaurants within IHG Singapore Hotels
Special Employee Rate at all IHG Hotels worldwide
Room to Grow Opportunities
What's more, because your career will be as unique as you are, we'll give you all the tailored support you need to make a great start, be involved and grow.
And because the Holiday Inn Express brand belongs to the IHG family of brands, you'll also benefit from all of the opportunities that come from being part of a successful, global hospitality company with over 6000 hotels in over 100 countries around the world.
Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start your journey with us today.
Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Employment type Full-time
Job function
Job function Other
Industries Hospitality
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