Front of House Manager

Final date to receive applications: 25 October 2026

Department: Front of House

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Skibo Castle, Highland

As Head of Department, the Front of House Manager will lead and oversee the day-to-day Front of House operation, taking full ownership of the department’s performance, people and standards. You will lead by example, ensuring that every member and guest receives the warm, personal and effortless service that defines the Club.

As a visible and hands‑on leader, you will be at the heart of the member experience — ensuring every arrival, interaction and departure feels warm, effortless and genuinely personal. You will lead by example, setting high standards while creating a supportive environment where your team feels valued, confident and proud of the service they deliver.

You will take responsibility for the leadership, development and performance of the Front of House team, including our Night Team. You will build strong relationships across the Club, work closely with other departments and ensure seamless communication and consistently high standards across every shift.

This is a role for someone who understands that exceptional hospitality starts with exceptional people. Someone who can inspire and develop a team, create a culture of accountability and pride, and remain calm, confident and solutions‑focused when faced with the unexpected.

As Front of House Manager, you will lead the day‑to‑day Front of House operation, ensuring that every member and guest receives the warm, personal and effortless service that defines the Club.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading, supporting and developing the Front of House team, including the Night Team.
• Set clear expectations and high standards, while creating a positive and supportive team environment.
• Be a visible, hands‑on presence within the Club, leading by example and building strong relationships with members and colleagues.
• Ensure consistently high standards of service across every shift, from the first welcome through to the final farewell.
• Oversee arrivals, departures, reservations, enquiries, luggage, transport and member requests.
• Build strong relationships with members, ensuring service is personal, intuitive and attentive to individual needs.
• Take responsibility for the performance and smooth running of the Night Team, ensuring they are fully integrated with the wider Front of House operation.
• Ensure clear communication and effective handovers between day and night teams.
• Support the team in handling complex situations, unexpected requests and emergencies with calmness and professionalism.
• Work closely with Housekeeping and other departments to create a seamless and exceptional member journey.
• Identify opportunities to continually improve the Front of House experience and the way the team operates.

We are looking for someone with strong Front of House and hospitality experience, excellent leadership skills and a genuine passion for delivering warm, personalised service while maintaining the exceptional standards expected at Skibo.

You will have:

• Proven experience in a senior Front of House, Reception, Concierge, Guest Services, or Hospitality Management role.
• Experience with in luxury hospitality, a private members' club, or a similar high‑end environment.
• Strong leadership experience with the ability to motivate and develop a team.
• Experience managing teams across different shifts, including night operations, would be advantageous.
• Excellent communication, organisation, and interpersonal skills.
• A calm, confident, and solutions‑focused approach.
• The ability to build trust while setting clear expectations and holding people accountable.
• A genuine…