About Four Seasons:
Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.
At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.
About the location:
A historic landmark with modern energy. History comes to life with modern energy at Four Seasons Hotel Madrid. In the very heart of the capital – within walking distance of all the key attractions – seven historic buildings have been transformed into one dynamic destination. With rooftop dining by Spanish celebrity chef Dani García, Asian-Mediterranean cuisine at our award-winning modern cocktail bar and restaurant Isa, and a four-level Wellness Centre with a sun-splashed pool terrace, Four Seasons is bringing a new level of luxury and service to locals and guests alike.
About the role
Four Seasons Hotel Madrid is looking for a Hotel Assistant Manager for our team. Candidates with a passion for excellence, proven leadership experience are invited to apply. Oversees the Front Desk operations and acts as the manager on duty in the hotel when senior managers are not available. Directs staff that performs the following duties and will also perform these duties on own: welcomes and registers hotel guests, explaining the accommodations and establishing credit or method of payment. Checks guest out of the hotel, preparing and explaining the bill. 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. This position reports to the Front Office Manager, as well to the Front Desk Manager.
What you will do
- Manages the staff at the Front Desk. Interviews, trains and schedules the staff. Conducts Performance Evaluations and disciplines staff when needed.
- Coordinates arrivals, departures and billing requirements with Sales and Catering Department. Blocks rooms for arrivals and ensures any discrepancies are resolved. Reviews daily arrivals to ensure proper handling of Special Attention Guests, Return Guests, and Groups.
- Trains, develops and manages the performance of direct subordinates to ensure the efficient running of front office operations.
- Maximizes hotel revenue by controlling room inventory, group blocking, packages, up selling and reinforcing the late charge policy to maximize REVPAR.
- Assures that all financial and credit procedures are followed. Follows up on credit problems with Front Office Manager and/or Credit Manager. Reviews all paid-outs, rebates, Petty Cash disbursements and Direct Billings. Checks cashiers’ work at end of shift to ensure all transactions are reconciled with proper approvals and endorsements.
- Takes action in all matters related to the safety, security, satisfaction and well-being of hotel guests and employees when senior managers are not available. Responds swiftly and effectively in any hotel emergency or safety situation.
- Resolves customer complaints from all areas of the hotel, handling all guest interactions with the highest level of hospitality and professionalism, accommodating special requests whenever possible; 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.
- Checks guest in and out 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. 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.
- Utilizes a variety of computer systems to check guests in and out, runs daily reports, selects and block rooms for arriving guests.
- Complies with Four Seasons’ Category One and Category Two Work Rules and Standards of Conduct as set forth in Employee Handbook.
- Works harmoniously and professionally with co-workers, supervisors and GSAs.
- Can answer guest calls and direct them appropriately in the absence of a Communications Operator.
- Performs any other duties as assigned to him/her by management and is also able to work in all shifts including night shift.
- Assists with responsibilities and duties in the absence of or due to heavy volume in the areas of the Concierge, Bell Staff, Guest Relations and lobby coverage. Works closely with Bell Staff to ensure smooth handling of guest luggage, deliveries and special requests.
- Works closely with Housekeeping team to ensure smooth handling of room allocation, balance inventory and room is met with guest’s preference and ready for check in upon arrival.
- Works closely with Engineering to ensure for the completion of any guest’s related maintenance issues are resolved and control room preventive maintenance program.
What you bring
Our ideal Hotel Assistant Manager have a firm knowledge of hotel operations and must at least 1 year of experience as Assistant Manager in Rooms Division. Candidates must speak read and write Spanish as well as being fluent in English. Must have the right to work in Spain.
• Competitive Salary, wages, and a comprehensive benefits package.
• Excellent Training and Development opportunities.
• Complimentary Accommodation at other Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts.
• Complimentary Dry Cleaning for Employee Uniforms.
• Complimentary Employee Meals.
• This is a full-time position.
• This role operates on a rotating shift basis, covering morning, evening, and night shifts throughout the week, including weekends.
