Guest Services Manager

4 months ago

Suzhou, China Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts Full time

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:

Four Seasons Hotel Suzhou is a luxury island retreat fully commanding a 30 acre (12 hectare) private island on the scenic Jinji Lake. Set to open in the second half of 2023, the Hotel will have over 200 well-appointed rooms, suites and private villas, lush gardens, indoor and outdoor pools offering a lifestyle that is uniquely Suzhou and uncompromising service that is uniquely Four Seasons.

About the role

The Guest Services Manager forms part of the Rooms Management team and manages the hotel lobby and arrival/departure experience of the respective hotels/resorts.

What you will do

Trains and schedules the Guest Service Team. Supervises day-to-day performance of the staff. Coaches staff to achieve Benchmark standards. Handles all guest interactions with the highest level of hospitality and professionalism, accommodating special requests whenever possible; resolves customer complaints; 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 making recommendations based on local knowledge and hotel practices. Ensure all chauffeur services and boat experiences are well-arranged, driver and boatman is well- groomed. Support AFOM to make sure all team members know what activities are available in the city (theatres, sports, concerts, shows, special exhibits, and sightseeing) and establishes close contacts with vendors in these areas in order to provide information, ticketing, and reservations for guests. Assures that desk collateral and information for restaurants, museums, attractions, maps, and other local attractions are updated and current. Processes packages, faxes, messages, and mail which may be either outgoing or incoming in an accurate and timely manner. Works harmoniously and professionally with co-workers and supervisors. Works closely with Front Desk, Reservations, and Security (ground and underground parking space) to assure smooth handling of guest arrivals and departures. Stores and retrieves guest luggage and packages. Utilizes a variety of software programs (Key, Opera, and Golden) to accurately input special arrangements the guest has made and to assure proper billing. Delegates appropriately, duties and responsibilities to equipped and resourced employees, nurturing and developing them whilst ensuring standards of operation and safety are maintained. Embraces and supports the Training initiatives and philosophies of the company and works closely with the Training Manager and Departmental Trainers in the training and development of employees. Ensures employees have a complete understanding of Rules and Regulations, and that behavior complies. Proceed all other Essential Functions required to Guest Service Agent & Guest Service Captain. Assists with the development of Guest Services Agents to work following the operational, financial, administrative philosophies ensuring employees are multi skilled and perform multi tasks. Through hands on management, supervises closely all GSAs in the performance of their duties in accordance with policies & procedures and applicable laws. Ensures employees have a complete understanding of Rules and Regulations, and that behavior complies. Monitors employee morale and provides mechanism for performance feedback and development. Conducts annual Performance Appraisals providing honest and appropriate feedback. Effectively communicates guiding principles and core values to all levels of employees.

What you bring

We are looking for individuals who are strategic, have strong business acumen, good communication, and interpersonal skills. At least 2~3 years of relevant work experience in a similar position and in the International Luxury Hotel. Self-driven and a strategic resourcing professional. Able to work independently and under pressure in a fast pace working environment. Good team spirit, multi-tasking, cooperative with good communication and interpersonal skills. Good command of both written and spoken Chinese and English. Mandarin Speaking and Work authorization in China is a must. ​


What we offer: 

Competitive Salary, wages, and a comprehensive benefits package Excellent Training and Development opportunities Complimentary Accommodation at other Four Seasons Hotels and Resort Complimentary Dry Cleaning for Employee Uniforms Complimentary Employee Meals Employee service awards Annual employee party/ social and sporting events An opportunity to build a life-long career with global potential and a real sense of pride in work well done

Schedule & Hours:

This is a full time position

shifts may vary and are arranged upon operation needs

Kindly noted that this is a locally hired position and the relocation benefits will not be provided by the hotel.

Work authorization in China is a must.

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