Guest Relations Manager Job Description Template

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Guest Relations Manager Job Description Template

What is a Guest Relations Manager?

Guest Relations Managers are responsible for ensuring guest satisfaction, addressing guest complaints, coordinating with other departments, and managing guest services. They must possess excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

A bachelor's degree in hospitality management or a related field is typically required. Previous experience in customer service or hospitality is also essential.

Guest Relations Manager Job Description Template

Job Brief

We are looking for a Guest Relations Manager to make our clients feel welcome and ensure their pleasant and comfortable stay at our hotel.

Responsibilities

  • Provide upscale guest service experiences for clients throughout their stay
  • Ensure clients are properly greeted upon their arrival
  • Monitor daily bookings and ensure assigned rooms are prepared prior to check-in
  • Coordinate luggage collection and storage
  • Oversee check-in and check-out procedures, including reservations and financial transactions
  • Promptly address guests’ requests, like in-room dining
  • Actively listen to and resolve complaints
  • Ensure special guests, like disabled people, elderly, children and VIPs, receive personalized services
  • Coordinate and manage communication between guests and staff and follow up to ensure we resolve customer concerns
  • Inform clients of our hotel services, including breakfast and dining options
  • Promote all hotel amenities, conveniences and programs offered
  • Manage guest relations team (including Receptionists and Concierges) to ensure we comply with all standards and operating procedures
  • Appraise team’s performance and produce regular reports
  • Liaise with Housekeepers and Wait Staff to provide an overall comfortable guest experience
  • Examine daily duties, assign tasks and check on progress
  • Analyze customer feedback from hotel guestbook and online reviews and suggest ways to improve ratings
  • Recommend local tourist spots, including places to dine, shop and sight-see
  • Establish friendly relationships with regular hotel clients

Requirements

  • Proven work experience as a Guest Relations Manager, Hotel Manager or similar role
  • Understanding of all hotel management best practices and relevant laws
  • Hands-on experience with Hotel Management software (PMS)
  • Proficiency in English; knowledge of other languages is a plus
  • Customer service drive with outstanding communication and active listening skills
  • Excellent problem-solving and multitasking skills
  • Leadership skills along with the ability to motivate a team into high performance
  • Ability to work flexible hours
  • Strong sense of responsibility and a professional presentation
  • BSc degree in Hospitality Management, Tourism, Business Administration or relevant field
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