Assistant Front Office Manager
Listed on 2025-12-30
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Hospitality / Hotel / Catering
Hotel Management, Guest Services
Front Office Manager – Grantley Hall
Nestled in the North Yorkshire countryside, Grantley Hall is a five‑star, 17th‑century property offering a blend of stately grandeur and contemporary luxury. A leader in luxury hospitality, it was the first UK hotel to achieve Hospitality Assured World Class Status and also received a Two MICHELIN Key Distinction in 2024. As a member of The Leading Hotels of the World and PoB Hotels, it features 47 opulent rooms and suites, five restaurants, three bars, an award‑winning spa, and a cutting‑edge gym, making Grantley Hall a truly distinctive luxury experience.
The hotel is also a member of Forbes Travel Guide which recognises a commitment to service excellence across the globe.
- Liaise with all departments efficiently including Housekeeping, Reservations and Food & Beverage
- Maintain good working relationships with colleagues and all other departments
- Be the point of contact for all guests, ensuring that their expectations are exceeded prior to, during and after their stay, taking ownership of any guests’ issues that may occur
- Carry out Reception and Night Porter shifts when required to and assist during peak periods
- Provide training for the team and to assist in team reviews/appraisals and PDPs
- Assist with recruitment shortlisting and interviews, as well as preparing paperwork and liaising with candidates prior to their start date
- Oversee and manage any outstanding charges on the guests ledger and ensure they are settled promptly
- Aware of the Standard Operating Procedures and assist Department management in the development, implementation and review of these
- Use of own initiative with willingness to go above and beyond in supporting the wider Grantley Hall team
- Friendly, courteous and helpful with the ability to communicate at all levels with guests and colleagues
- Strong customer service ethos and the ability to deliver consistently high levels of service delivery
- Computer literate, previous experience in using PMS essential, Opera V5 or Cloud desirable; excellent verbal and written communication skills
- High level of confidentiality
- Full, clean driving licence desirable due to insurance policies
- Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure
- Detail orientated and drives standards
- Confident, self‑motivated and presents a professional persona in all circumstances
- Hands‑on approach to work, always being productive and looking to improve
- Well presented, adhering to Grantley Hall’s grooming standards at all times
- Experience managing a large team within the hospitality industry
- Genuine passion and enthusiasm for Yorkshire and the area local to Grantley Hall, and the ability to provide a 5
* experience to all guests and visitors
- Tips typically over £200 per month (£2,400 per year)
- Complimentary bespoke uniform and chef whites
- Complimentary meals whilst on duty
- Refer a Friend bonus – Earn up to £1,000
- Complimentary employee car parking
- Complimentary state‑of‑the‑art onsite gym with personal trainer support
- 31 days annual leave (including bank holidays) increasing with service
- Professional development opportunities at all levels
- Reimbursement on work shoes, sight tests and professional memberships
- Modern and spacious discounted live‑in accommodation for eligible roles
- Access to hundreds of exclusive employee benefits, rewards and discounts targeted to the hospitality sector
- Employee Assistance Programme helpline and online support, along with wellbeing champions onsite
- Team Member of the Month awards
- Discount on Grantley Hall restaurants, spa products and gift shop
- Discounted stays at Grantley Hall, as well as other Pride of Britain Hotels
- Cycle to work scheme
- Access to Wagestream, allowing instant access to wages
Mid‑Senior level
Employment typeFull‑time
Job functionCustomer Service and Management
Hospitality industry
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