Front Desk Receptionist

December 22, 2024

Job Description

Company Description

As a pioneer in the art of responsible hospitality, the Accor Group gathers more than 45 brands, 5,600 hotels, 10,000 restaurants, and lifestyle destinations in 110 countries. While each brand has its own personality, where you will be able to truly find yourself, they all share a common ambition: to keep innovating and challenging the status-quo.

By joining us, you will become a Heartist®, because hospitality is, first and foremost, a work of heart.

You will join a caring environment and a team where you can be all you are. You will be in a supportive place to grow, to fulfil yourself, to discover other professions and to pursue career opportunities, in your hotel or in other hospitality environments, in your country or anywhere in the world!

You will enjoy exclusive benefits, specific to the sector and beyond, as well as strong recognition for your daily commitment.

Everything you will do with us, regardless of your profession, will offer a deep sense of meaning,to create lasting, memorable and impactful experiences for your customers, for your colleagues and for the planet.

Hospitality is a work of heart,

Join us and become a Heartist®.

Job Description

To assist the Front Office team with all reception related tasks while focusing on personalized service to the guests. Playing a key role in VIP procedures. Making sure all guests are satisfied with their stay through follow ups and providing the highest level of service while adhering to all MGallery standards.

What Is In It For You

  • Employee benefit card offering discounted rates at Accor worldwide
  • Learning programs through our Academies
  • Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and worldwide!
  • Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities, like Planet 21

What You Will Be Doing

  • To be present in the reception or lobby during check-in and check-out time or any event and to socialize with guests.
  • To ensure that all guests receive a warm welcome and that they enjoy their stay being offered the finest personal service.
  • To ensure that the privacy of the guests and the confidentiality of the information is respected.
  • To go through all guest arrivals on a daily basis and make sure that all VIPs are properly flagged with the right category and that their preferences are updated.
  • To prepare an amenities sheet daily and coordinate with F&B to make sure all amenities are sent on time and to the right place.
  • Coordinate with FOM on all special VIP cards and ensuring they are placed in the room along with amenities before arrival.
  • To manage any guest complaint in a professional manner, by resolving it and making sure the guest is satisfied, and recording it.
  • To call the AFOM or FOM for advice in serious cases or if an approval is required.
  • To be fully aware of and to report all guest comments or complaints.
  • Assist in any other duties when required by the Front Office Manager.
  • Build and maintain positive relationships with all internal customers and guests in order to anticipate their needs.
  • Handle guest requests either in person, via phone or by email, always using MGallery etiquettes and standards.

Qualifications

  • Experience as a Receptionist, Front Office Representative or similar role preferred.
  • 0-2 years related experience.
  • Strong customer service skills required
  • Strong organizational skills required

Additional Information

Your Team And Working Environment

We are Dream Makers and committed to creating memorable moments for our guests and colleagues inspired by the authentic Qatari warmth and essence of generosity.

Our Commitment To Diversity & Inclusion

We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.

Alwadi Hotel Doha is the first MGallery boutique hotel located within Msheireb Downtown Doha, vibrant new retail, commercial and residential development in the heart of Qatar’s capital, offering 213 luxurious rooms and suites with desirable amenities, a spectacular ballroom, and five class meeting rooms, with variety of restaurants and an exclusive spa and swimming pool. Ideal for business or leisure and is just 15 minutes’ drive from Hamad International Airport and 10 minutes from West Bay.