Assistant Manager - Front Office

Assistant Manager - Front Office

'Work your way' to Manukau!

The Sebel Auckland Manukau is a stylish and convenient luxury property. Nestled in the heart of Manukau, just a short 15-minute drive from Auckland Airport and within walking distance of New Zealand’s largest theme park, Rainbow’s End. With easy access to Auckland City, The Sebel Manukau is the ideal base for both business and leisure traveller's. We are a small, friendly group of unique individuals who encourage each other to be welcoming, authentic and inclusive in order to create a positive work environment. For our guests, our aim is to always strive for the highest standards of service in order to give them the very best experience, every time they walk into our hotel. 

We are looking for a service centred extraordinaire, who is passionate about our guests, creating memorable moments and leading a team, working closely with the Front Office Manager. This exciting opportunity as our Assistant Manager, could be your next step in forging a career with us.

To assist the Front Office Manager in the daily management of the Front Office department namely managing a small team, ensuring the efficient and effective operation of the department and providing exceptional, friendly service to ensure our guest journey is a memorable one.

As our next Assistant Manager, you will have the ability to;

• Show proven leadership experience within a hotel environment;
• Use initiative and discretion in lieu of the Front Office Manager by taking responsibility for the shift;
• Drive excellence through professional, approachable people focussed service;
• Think on your feet and deal with the needs of your team, our guests and the wider hotel team
• Be a team player; training, empowering and developing your team to provide exceptional service.
• Become a strong advocate for Accor Live Limitless (ALL) loyalty program and  being proactive in driving strong results with the team.

Additionally you will have a vibrant, and outgoing personality, great attention to detail and a passion for the hospitality industry. 

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2-3 years of relevant experience in the hotel industry.
• Strong administrative abilities and fluency in both written and spoken English.
• Possess a strong background in Front Office procedures and Opera PMS.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities, outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
• Availability to work on a rotating shift roster (mornings, afternoons and evening).
• Full, clean Driver’s License.
• Current Manager’s Certificate.

Additional Information

• Learn your Way - Access to our Accor Academy so you can earn while you learn!
• Work Your Way - Flexibility to ensure a work life balance!
• Incredible Accor Heartist Benefits - including discounted Food & Beverage + Accommodation Worldwide
• Accor's refer-a-friend bonus
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program
• Uniform provided and laundered 
• Meals on shift 

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

We are an inclusive company, and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent. We offer reasonable adjustments to support you. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process, you're welcome to let us know.