Front Desk Supervisor

About Four Seasons Hotel Abu Dhabi at Al Maryah Island
In a vibrant urban community right on the water, Four Seasons Hotel Abu Dhabi
at Al Maryah Island welcomes guests with bright, open spaces, embracing
expansive views of the city skyline and the sparkling waves of the Arabian
Gulf. On dynamic, upscale Al Maryah Island - Abu Dhabi's business and
lifestyle destination - Four Seasons is located within a ‎34-storey glass
tower, both high-tech and environmentally advanced. Sophisticated new concepts
throughout the Hotel define Four Seasons as Abu Dhabi's most exciting
waterfront location. Blending urban chic and understated luxury, we offer ‎200
light-filled accommodations, including ‎38 suites - all with water views. With
six creative restaurants and lounges, this is Al Maryah Island's premier
location for stylish entertaining. All venues open to outdoor waterfront
terraces and most include private dining rooms. Relaxation awaits in the
radiant Pearl Spa - with separate fitness and treatment facilities for men and
women. Our expansive swimming pool offers a cool social scene with skyline
views. With two bright, airy ballrooms that open onto the water, Four Seasons
is Abu Dhabi's most desirable address for meetings, social events and
weddings. Every moment is elevated by thoughtful Four Seasons service,
anticipating each guest's unique personal needs - whether the goal is relaxing
on vacation or staying efficient for business.
Main Duties/Description:
‎1. Welcomes and registers hotel guests, explaining the accommodations and
establishing credit or method of payment.
‎2. Checks guest out of the hotel, preparing and explaining the bill.
‎3. Responds to a wide variety of guest requests by accurately assessing the
guest needs and requests and then adding personal recommendations and touches
to achieve maximum customer satisfaction while complying with all Four
Seasons' policies.
‎4. Checks in guest in an efficient and friendly manner, using guest name
whenever possible. Assures that guest is assigned type of room requested and
the correct rate is charged. Arranges for luggage to be delivered to guest
room. Issues correct keys to the guest.
‎5. Checks out guest at end of stay. Ascertains guest satisfaction, collects
keys, posts late charges and presents bill to guest. Settles bill accurately
through credit card or cash transaction.
‎6. Maintains a balanced bank assigned by the hotel. Makes change, cashes
checks, exchanges foreign currency. Reconciles all transactions at the close
of each shift.
‎7. Handles all guest interactions with the highest level of hospitality and
professionalism, accommodating special requests whenever possible; resolves
customer complaints; assists customers in all inquiries in connection with
hotel services, hours of operations, key hotel personnel, in-house events,
directions, etc. Responds to all guest requests in an accurate and timely
manner. Interaction with guest will be in person and by phone.
‎8. Utilizes a variety of computer systems to check guests in and out, run
daily reports and select and block rooms for arriving guests.
‎9. Complies with Four Seasons' Category One and Category Two Work Rules and
Standards of Conduct as set forth in EmPact.
‎10. Works harmoniously and professionally with co-workers and supervisors.
‎11. Accepts reservations, changes and cancellations in the absence of
Reservations Department Staff. Can answer guest calls and direct them
appropriately in the absence of a Communications Operator.
‎12. Assists with responsibilities and duties in the absence of or due to
heavy volume in the areas of the Concierge, Bell Staff, Business Center, and
lobby coverage.
‎13. Provides basic trouble-shooting support for in-room services such as
Internet, TV movies, games, and Web service.
‎14. Works closely with Bell Staff to ensure smooth handling of guest luggage,
deliveries and special requests.
Night Shift:
‎1. The ability to display, at all times, a friendly, courteous and
professional manner in all dealings with guests, patrons and other employees.
‎2. The ability to welcome and register hotel guests with an emphasis on
fulfilling requests, following special handling instructions and adhering to
established credit policies and procedures.
‎3. The ability to handle a multitude of keys.
‎4. The ability to quote and be familiar with room and rate availability for
current and future dates.
‎5. The ability to accept reservations, changes and cancellations in the
absence of reservations staff.
‎6. The ability to select and block rooms for arriving guests; pre-register
individuals or groups as required; assist in escorting VIPs and return guests
to their rooms as requested.
‎7. The ability to work closely with the Concierge staff to coordinate the
efficient handling of guest luggage and follow up on guest requests.
‎8. The ability to handle guest problems or complaints.
‎9. The ability to utilize the computer system in running daily reports and in
blocking special requests.
‎10. The ability to keep all support departments informed of necessary
information or requests.
‎11. The ability to handle safety deposit box requests; including
distributing, giving access to and closing procedures.
‎12. The ability to complete key packets and vouchers, and to modify
registration cards.
‎13. The ability to check guests out of the hotel in accordance with
procedures; make change, cash checks, exchange foreign currency, and post
charges to guest accounts.
‎14. The ability to maintain a balanced bank assigned to you from the hotel.
‎15. The ability to reconcile all transactions at the close of the shift and
to cash out.
‎16. The ability to recite hours of operation of all hotel facilities and
special service codes.
‎17. The ability to understand the tasks performed by a telephone operator, a
reservationist, a concierge and a housekeeper.
‎18. The ability to handle hotel emergency procedures and situations with
maturity and professionalism.
‎19. The ability to perform tasks and projects as delegated by the Assistant
Manager, Front Office Manager or Assistant Director of Rooms.
Standard Duties:

‎1. To provide a friendly and professional service that always exceeds guests
' expectations.
‎2. To ensure you read the hotel's employee handbook and have an understanding
of and adhere to the hotel's rules and regulations and in particular, the
policies and procedures relating to Fire, Hygiene, Health and Safety.
‎3. To undertake other duties and responsibilities which, while outside the
normal routine, are within the overall scope of the position.
‎4. To report for duty punctually wearing professional attire. To maintain a
high standard of personal appearance and hygiene and adhere to the hotel and
department personal appearance standards.
‎5. To comply with local legislation as required.
‎6. To maintain good working relationships with your colleagues and all other
departments through working by The Golden Rule.
‎7. To respond to any changes in the division as dictated by the needs of the
industry, company or hotel.
‎8. To be flexible and extend job duties to carry out any other reasonable
duties and responsibilities within the job capability as assigned, including
redeployment to alternative departments/areas if required, to meet business
demands and guest service needs.
‎9. Conduct and attend training sessions as outlined.
‎10. Perform other tasks or projects as assigned by the Assistant Manager,
Front Office Manager or Assistant Director of Rooms.
Roles and Responsibilities from OHSAD
* Understand & cooperate with full compliance with hotel's developed OSH policy, procedures & works instructions or action taken by management to protect employees or to comply with OSH requirements.
* Report to immediate supervisor any situation which they have reason to believe could present a hazard and which they cannot themselves correct;
* Report all OSH incidents, near misses, dangerous occurrences, unsafe act & conditions.
* Report all hazards & engage in communication & consultation activities.
* Not intentionally or recklessly interfere with or misuse anything provided (e.g. plant & machineries, PPE, etc.) at the workplace in the interest of health, safety and welfare.
* Participate in conduct of OSH related planning and implementation in order to achieve the hotel's OSH objectives, targets & program.
* Handling, storage & disposal of hazardous materials as per MSDS.
* Attend OSH training, safety induction, on the job training, daily tool box talks, etc.
* Keep tools and equipment in good condition; inspect tools, plants, machineries and equipment for defect before use and report defects immediately to the supervisor.
* Follow all posted warning signs and safety instructions.
* Understand & be aware of OSH risks of the assigned work & necessary arrangements to perform the work safely.