Front Office Assistant

Negotiable
Experience
Unlimited
Job Type
Full Time
Location
Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur
Job Description

Your Day
To Day

  • Be the warm welcome
    that sets the tone for a memorable guest experience, demonstrating genuine
    hospitality and professionalism.
  • Acknowledge and prioritize
    IHG Rewards Club members, VIPs, and returning guests, both in person and on
    the phone.
  • Take and manage guest bookings with accuracy,
    identifying up-selling opportunities to enhance guest stays by promoting hotel
    services, amenities, and packages.
  • Maintain a deep
    understanding of and adhere to IHG Brand Standards, hotel
    policies, and operational processes to deliver consistent and high-quality
    service.
  • Handle cash, credit, and digital transactions
    with precision, ensuring all processes align with hotel financial
    policies.
  • Facilitate seamless check-in and check-out
    experiences, including verifying IDs, issuing room keys, and managing safety
    deposit boxes securely.
  • Coordinate with housekeeping
    to confirm room readiness and update the Property Management System (PMS)
    with any changes or room allocations.
  • Assist in managing
    guest inquiries, messages, and complaints, ensuring timely responses
    and escalating to management when required.
  • Anticipate
    and fulfill guest needs by recording and acting on preferences, special
    requests, or recurring concerns to create personalized
    experiences.
  • Provide accurate information on local
    attractions, transportation, and hotel amenities to enrich the guest's
    stay.
  • Follow all safety and emergency procedures, including
    reporting incidents promptly.
  • Stay trained on hotel
    emergency protocols and assist guests during evacuations or other critical
    situations.
  • Collaborate with other departments to ensure
    seamless communication and exceptional service
    delivery.
  • Step in to support colleagues with ad-hoc duties
    as needed, fostering a team-oriented work
    environment.
  • Actively participate in team briefings,
    training sessions, and performance discussions to enhance personal
    and departmental growth.
  • Represent the hotel
    brand
    with pride by maintaining a polished appearance and professional
    demeanor at all times.
  • Always stay informed of the day’s
    events, activities, and occupancy levels to provide accurate and timely
    information to guests.
  • Assist with administrative duties,
    including filing, preparing reports, and maintaining an organized
    workspace.
  • Monitor and replenish front desk supplies, such
    as registration cards, brochures, and stationery.
  • Assist
    with managing incoming and outgoing guest mail, package deliveries, and courier
    services.
  • Conduct follow-ups with guests during and after
    their stay to ensure satisfaction and address any unresolved
    concerns.
  • Support loyalty program initiatives
    by encouraging enrollment and educating guests about program
    benefits.

 

style="margin-left: 0.7pt;">What We Need
From You

  • Communication skills - Guests
    will approach you with both concerns and compliments, so you’ll need to be easy
    to talk to.
  • Your problem-solving skills will turn issues
    into opportunities so every guest leaves with great
    memories.
  • Fluency in the local language - extra language
    skills would be great, but not essential.
  • Literate
    and tech-savvy - you’ll need a good grasp of reading, writing, basic maths
    and computers.
  • Flexibility - night, weekend and holiday
    shifts are all part of the job.
  • You’ll have a high school
    diploma or qualification. A college or university degree would be a bonus,
    but not essential.
  • Experience - ideally you’ll have spent
    at least one year in a front desk or guest service
    position.
  • Strength - sometimes you’ll need to lift, push
    and pull big objects up to 50lbs (23 kg). This can involve bending
    and kneeling.