Operations Manager at Zanzibar Pearl Boutique Hotel & Villas

Operations Manager at Zanzibar Pearl Boutique Hotel & Villas

Operations Manager 

Zanzibar Pearl Boutique Hotel & Villas

Zanzibar

Zanzibar Pearl Boutique Hotel & Villas is a unique ocean-front hotel in the most spectacular beach of Matemwe.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Operation, guest relation / Assistant Manager should have an excellent level of commercial awareness, who can build and maintain relationships with internal and external guests. Also responsible for highlighting short/medium/long-term issues to the General Manger and to help formulate solutions. Ensuring and providing flawless, upscale, professional, and high-class guest service experiences. Analysing customer feedback and providing strategic direction to continuously improve overall rating. Responding to guests needs and anticipating their unstated ones. implementing workflow procedures based on direction from the company’s General Manager. Their duties include supervising employees during day-to-day tasks, providing customer support in escalated situations and managing the overall workflow of a workplace.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Operation role:

Fully responsible for all aspects of all departments.
Support and work with all Head of Departments in all aspects of running this hotel.
Ensure the premises are in operative condition as per category of the unit to receive & serve the guests.
Ensure SOP implementation in all departments and check the same during routine operational checks. Consultant /GRM guidance to be taken wherever required.
Randomly inspecting the stores (F & B / Kitchen) to check the stock in hand (quality, par stock levels, expiry etc) with the F & B Manager & Chef.
Inspecting all departments for SOP implementation.
Inspecting all department with their respective Manager’s for cleanliness, ambience, service readiness, staff grooming & hospitality culture.
Monitor the co-ordination between all departments for smooth & efficient operations.
Assessing and reviewing customer satisfaction and service recovery process.
Meet all dept. heads to review & train the staff to upkeep the human capital.
Identifying staff learning needs and assisting with development
Providing timely and constructive feedback to all direct reports as and when required either formally or informally.
Schedule and conduct weekly / Daily meeting with employees
Be on available on call 24 hours a day to resolve any urgent problems on emergencies.
Responsible for the overall management of the operation of the hotel.

Assistant manager role:

Conduct employee performance reviews.
Develop good customer relationships.
Participate in recruitment and dismissal processes.
Smooth out problems within the workplace.
Address employee and customer concerns.
Develop strategies for better workplace efficiency and goal achievement.
Liaise between managers, customers, and employees.
Provide direction to staff
Fill in for General Manager (GM) in times of absence. Make executive decisions, hold meetings and provide accountability.
Support ongoing learning and development of team members.
Help create and foster a respectful and inclusive team environment.

Guest relation role:

Provide upscale guest service experiences for clients throughout their stay
Ensure clients are properly greeted upon their arrival.
Monitor daily bookings and ensure assigned rooms are prepared prior to check-in.
Coordinate luggage collection and storage
Oversee check-in and check-out procedures, including reservations.
Promptly address guests’ requests.
Actively listen to and resolve complaints.
Coordinate and manage communication between guests and staff and follow up to ensure we resolve customer concerns.
Inform clients of our hotel services, including breakfast and dining options
Promote all hotel amenities, conveniences and programs offered.
Manage guest relations team (including Receptionists and Concierges) to ensure we comply with all standards and operating procedures.
Appraise team’s performance and produce regular reports.
Liaise with Housekeepersand Wait Staff to provide an overall comfortable guest experience
Examine daily duties, assign tasks and check on progress.
Analyze customer feedback from hotel guestbook and online reviews and suggest ways to improve ratings.
Recommend local tourist spots.
Establish friendly relationships with regular hotel clients
Any other duties assigned.

SKILLS REQUIRED:

Highly focused, have excellent communication skills, be motivated and professional in appearance and presentation.
Proven work experience as a Guest Relations Manager, Hotel Manager or similar role
Understanding of all hotel management best practices
Hands-on experience with Hotel Management software (PMS)
Proficiency in English; knowledge of other languages is a plus
Customer service drive with outstanding communication and active listening skills
Excellent problem-solving and multitasking skills
Leadership skills along with the ability to motivate a team into high performance.
Ability to work flexible hours.
Strong sense of responsibility and a professional presentation

QUALIFICATION:

BSc degree in Hospitality Management, Tourism, Business Administration or relevant field

EXPERIENCE:

Minimum 3 to 4 years work experience in a 3 to 5 Star Hotel as a Guest relation Manager, Operations Manager or Assistant Manager

EMAIL : [email protected]