Rotana Hotel Management Corporation Hiring for Assistant Director of Front Office at Dubai Full Time

Assistant Director of Front Office

Job Description

We are currently seeking for passionate and dynamic guest focused Front Office professionals who pride themselves on their ability to deliver extraordinary levels of customer service and provide creative solutions to our guests.
As an Assistant Director of Front Office, you are responsible for assisting the Director of Front Office in leading and managing all sections of the Front Office Department in order to ensure the highest standards of service, whereby your role will include key responsibilities such as:
• Monitor Front Office employees to ensure guests receive prompt, warm attention and personal recognition
• Inform other operating departments, notably Housekeeping, of all Front Office matters that concerns them
• Establish and maintain effective employee relations
• Assist the Director of Front Office / Front Office Manager in employee related matters such as appraising and consulting
• Assist in the preparation of statistical, performance and forecast reports as necessary in order
to facilitate annual budget and strategic plan preparation and provide management with marketing information
• Assist in monitoring and controlling, on an on-going basis, department costs to ensure performance against budget

Skills

Education, Qualifications & Experiences
You should ideally have a degree in the hospitality field with at least three years previous experiences in the Front Office Department within a hotel environment. You must also have fluency in both written and spoken English and an immaculate personal presentation along with the ability to solve problems effectively. You must have knowledge of up selling and maximizing revenues techniques, computer literacy and knowledge of Opera will be highly regarded.

Knowledge & Competencies

The ideal candidate will be a positive and proactive individual with an outgoing, charismatic and approachable character, combined with a high aptitude for customer care, strong leadership skills and the capability to motivate and guide others. You have the ability to develop and build relationships easily, while possessing following additional competencies:
Understanding the Business
Influencing Outcomes
Planning for Business
Team Building
Valuing Diversity
Leading People
Adaptability
Drive for Results
Customer Focus
Managing Operations
Job Location Dubai, UAE Located by the beach on Dubai’s glamorous and cosmopolitan leisure and retail promenade, The Walk, Amwaj Rotana is one of the finest five-star luxury hotels in the Marina district. With popular attractions right on its doorstep, from the famous Jumeirah Beach and bustling Beach Mall with its children’s waterpark, to Bluewaters Island, home to the world’s tallest Ferris Wheel, Ain Dubai, … it is a convenient and luxurious destination for business and leisure travellers. Dubai International Airport and Al Maktoum International are both a 25-minute drive from the property. Enjoy the sophistication and space of our 301 elegantly-furnished rooms and suites, all featuring private balconies with stunning views of Jumeirah Beach, the Arabian Gulf and the Palm Jumeirah, plus complimentary Wi-Fi. Upgrade to our bespoke Club Rotana rooms and make the most of our hotel-within-a-hotel concept offering exclusive benefits and privileges, including lounge access. Experience our award-winning food and beverage venues including the world-famous Benihana Restaurant, serving delicious American-Japanese Teppanyaki; JB’s Gastropub, with a menu inspired by British and American pub favourites; the chic Rosso Restaurant and Bar offering authentic Italian flair; and our all-day dining venue, Horizon, showcasing the world’s most popular cuisines. For a casual get together with friends, try the funky Arabesque Fumo Lounge by Rosso; sip a relaxing drink by the pool at the Sundeck Pool Bar; or enjoy a quick bite and coffee or freshly-squeezed juice at the Atrium Lobby Lounge. For business meetings or events with distinction, choose from three conference rooms and the world-class Sadaf Ballroom, all equipped with state-of-the-art technologies. Keep in shape or take time to relax at the Bodylines Fitness & Wellness Club with outdoor swimming pools and a sun terrace, a fully-equipped fitness centre, a Jacuzzi, steam and sauna rooms and beautiful Jumeirah coastline views as a backdrop.