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Front Office Assistant

IHG
Full-time
Remote
Malaysia
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.

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.