Supervisor-Guest Service📣 Job Ad

About the Role

W Hotels announces its need to hire a dynamic Guest Services Supervisor focused on delivering an exceptional guest experience to join its team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This is a full-time, non-management position and is an integral part of Rooms and Guest Services operations, ensuring an exceptional experience for every guest. As a Guest Services Supervisor, you will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the front desk, embodying the W brand promise of "Whatever/Whenever" and delivering hospitality to create unforgettable experiences.

Role Responsibilities

• Process all guest check-ins, including verifying guest identity, method of payment, assigning rooms, and activating/issuing room keys.
• Prepare accurate guest accounts according to individual requirements and enter Marriott Rewards program information.
• Ensure room rates match market codes and document any exceptions.
• Secure payment prior to issuing room keys and verify and adjust bills as needed.
• Compile and review daily reports, records, and emergency lists.
• Complete cashier and end-of-day reports accurately.
• Provide guests with directions and basic hotel information.
• Respond to guest requests by contacting relevant staff and following up to ensure their satisfaction.
• Process all types of payments, vouchers, cash, expenses, and balance and deposit receipts.
• Count and secure cash at the beginning and end of each shift, obtain manual authorizations, and adhere to all accounting procedures.
• Report any guest reports of theft to Loss Prevention/Security.
• Assist management in training, evaluating, counseling, motivating, and coaching employees, and serve as a role model and first point of contact for fair treatment/open door policy.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships, support the team in achieving common goals, and respond appropriately to employee concerns.
• Adhere to company policies and procedures, report accidents, injuries, and unsafe working conditions, and complete safety training and certifications as required.
• Ensure personal appearance is clean and professional and maintain the confidentiality of private information and protect company assets.
• Welcome and acknowledge guests, anticipate and meet their service needs, assist individuals with disabilities, and thank guests with genuine appreciation.
• Speak clearly and professionally, prepare and review written documents accurately and completely, and answer telephones using appropriate etiquette.
• Ensure adherence to quality standards and enter and retrieve information using computers and POS systems.
• Stand, sit, or walk for extended periods of time.
• Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing 10 pounds or less without assistance.
• Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by supervisors.

Qualifications and Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least one year of relevant work experience.
• At least one year of supervisory experience.

Required Skills

• Guest Service
• Marriott Rewards
• Cashiering
• Accounting Procedures
• Loss Prevention
• Security Awareness
• Training and Coaching
• Communication
• Problem Solving
• Teamwork
• Customer Service
• POS Systems Operation

Work Environment and Location

This is a full-time position that requires on-site presence. The workplace is located in the Financial District, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role is a non-management position within Rooms and Guest Services operations.