Front of House Manager

Who are we

Dornoch Station is a luxury coastal hotel set in the heart of the Scottish Highlands overlooking the world-renowned Royal Dornoch Golf Course and stunning Dornoch Firth. Surrounded by natural beauty and rich heritage we offer a truly memorable escape for our guests whether visiting for golf relaxation dining or a Highland getaway.

Why us

We have a positive and vibrant working atmosphere and offer a range of benefits including development opportunities for staff at all levels.

What are we looking for

As a Front of House Manager you will be motivated and passionate to lead our dedicated and positive Reception/Concierge and Nights team. With guest satisfaction at the forefront of what we do you will ensure our guests receive a warm welcome and the highest level of customer service as soon as they step foot through our doors. You will ensure your team is trained to the highest standard and are there to assist our guests with any needs they may have throughout their stay with us and ensure they leave wanting to rebook and tell all their friends how wonderful their experience was.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the front of house team and ensure the highest standards of guest service are always delivered.
• Lead the performance of the front of house team ensuring it is effectively managed through a focus on recruitment training problem resolution coaching succession planning and accountability.
• Continuously identify and analyse operational challenges and opportunities and deliver solutions for improvement.
• Control all front of house associated costs and drive revenues through upselling.
• Ensuring the department is maintained in a safe manner following any health and safety guidelines and ensuring that the team carry out regular health and safety training and refresher.
• Taking part in regular fire drills to familiarise self with the systems and procedures to ensure that team are refreshed every 6 months and Night team every 3 months.
• Analyse guest feedback address all concerns and ensure effective follow-up.
• Work closely with all other leaders.
• Ensure the immaculate presentation of all front of house spaces.
• Develops relationships with return guests group contacts and other guests in order to provide inspiring service.
• Network within our industry keeping up to date with future trends.
• Check HMS regularly for guest requests/Maintenance issues/communication between departments.
• Undertaking Duty Manager responsibilities on a rota basis.
• Assist with other departments as necessary.

What do you need

• Previous Front of House management experience in the hotel industry (minimum 2 years).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills a proven track record of building and leading successful teams.
• Must have HMS PMS experience (or similar) and have the skills to drive revenues with the support of the commercial team.
• Exceptional customer service skills.
• Commercially aware and able to impact business performance.
• Strong organisational skills.
• MS Office Advanced.
• Able to work a variety of shifts
• Ability to work under pressure

What are the perks

• Generous recommend a friend scheme.
• Access to discounts and vouchers through a huge range of retailers and service providers via our online benefits portal.
• Access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance Program.
• Recognition incentives.
• Team Member Events.
• Complimentary meals on duty
• Free Parking

Equal Opportunities

We are committed to recruitment practices that do not discriminate against any job applicant because of age disability gender reassignment race religion or belief sex sexual orientation marriage and civil partnership and pregnancy and maternity.

Right to work

In line with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996 we do require all applicants to have the eligibility to live and work in the United Kingdom.