Accor Hotels

Accor Hotels

Guest Service Supervisor

Role

Guest Service Supervisor

Job type

Full-time

Posted

Yesterday

Salary

Not disclosed by employer

Job description

We're looking for an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Guest Service Supervisor to join our team in Cairo, Egypt. In this pivotal role, you will oversee daily front-of-house operations and lead our Guest Services team to deliver exceptional experiences at every guest touchpoint. You will be the backbone of our guest-facing operations, providing strategic leadership, resolving escalated concerns with empathy and professionalism, and maintaining the highest service standards across all interactions. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on our guests' experiences while fostering a collaborative and supportive team environment.

  • Supervise and coordinate daily front-of-house operations to ensure seamless guest experiences and efficient service delivery
  • Lead, mentor, and support the Guest Services/Front Desk team through coaching, performance feedback, and professional development opportunities
  • Handle escalated guest concerns and complaints with empathy and assertiveness, implementing effective solutions that exceed expectations
  • Maintain and enforce consistent service standards across all guest touchpoints, ensuring compliance with organizational policies and procedures
  • Schedule staff efficiently, manage shift coverage, and optimize team resources to meet operational demands
  • Monitor team performance, conduct regular check-ins, and provide constructive feedback to drive continuous improvement
  • Utilize guest management systems and property management software to track operations, guest preferences, and service metrics
  • Collaborate with other departments to coordinate guest services and resolve interdepartmental issues transparently
  • Identify operational challenges and implement innovative solutions to enhance efficiency and guest satisfaction
  • Maintain detailed records of guest interactions, complaints, and resolutions for quality assurance and analysis
  • Ensure the team remains organized, motivated, and aligned with organizational goals and service excellence standards
  • Demonstrate flexibility by working varied shifts, including weekends and holidays, as operational needs require

Required Skills and Experience:

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to connect authentically with guests and team members
  • Strong proven leadership qualities and demonstrated management experience in a hospitality or customer service environment
  • Proven ability to maintain high service levels under pressure while remaining calm and resilient
  • Advanced problem-solving and conflict resolution abilities with a customer-focused mindset
  • Proficiency in guest complaint handling and de-escalation techniques
  • Experience with guest management systems and property management software (PMS)
  • Strong organizational and time management skills with meticulous attention to detail
  • Ability to work collaboratively across departments and foster an inclusive team environment
  • Demonstrated capability to analyze performance metrics and make data-driven decisions

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Previous pre-opening hotel experience or experience with luxury hospitality brands
  • Background in a supervisory or lead role within front-of-house operations
  • Familiarity with multiple guest service platforms and reservation systems
  • Experience coaching and developing team members for career advancement
  • Knowledge of hospitality industry best practices and service standards
  • Multilingual abilities (Arabic and English preferred for Cairo location)
  • Certification in hospitality management or customer service excellence

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.

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