Assistant Front Office Manager
Location | Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, United Republic of |
Date Posted | May 8, 2025 |
Category | Hospitality Management |
Job Type | Full-time |
Currency | TZS |
Description

JOB DETAILS:
ABOUT OUR OFFER
- Competitive salary and benefits as standard.
- Permanent contract provided with 25% local social security contribution.
- Additional reward model including financial, travel, health & wellbeing, and lifestyle.
- Hotel accommodation provided with full living package.
- Working within a fast-growing international hotel company within the world’s leading tourism group.
- We promote career development with wide range of international opportunities across our business with an exceptional approach to your learning - access to free learning platforms & language lessons.
ABOUT THE ROLE
- You will handle check-ins, check-outs, room assignments, and guest inquiries, ensuring prompt and courteous service.
- Oversee daily operations, including answering phones, managing reservations, and handling administrative tasks.
- Assist with scheduling, training, and performance evaluations of front desk staff.
- Address guest complaints and issues, ensuring guest satisfaction and positive guest experiences.
- Maintain records, prepare reports, and assist with other administrative tasks as needed.
- Work with other departments (e.g., housekeeping, sales, accounting) to ensure smooth operations and positive guest experiences.
- Ensure adherence to hotel policies, standards, and procedures.
- Provide leadership to front desk staff, ensuring they provide excellent customer service.
- Assist with training and development of front desk staff, including performance reviews and disciplinary action.
- Maintain clear and effective communication with guests, colleagues, and other departments.
- Ensure the front office area is well-maintained and tidy, and that all necessary supplies are available.
ABOUT YOU
- More than 5+ years experience in hospitality industry, ideally within a leadership role.
- Previous experience working within a fast- paced 5* hotel environment
- Strong motivational skills and ability to successfully lead a diverse and cohesive team
- Exceptional interpersonal skills and attention to detail.
- Polite, pleasant demeanour with a neat appearance.
- Possesses creativity, professionalism, and human resources management capabilities.
- Capable of handling pressure and resolving guest requests and complains.
- Ability to coordinate and prioritize tasks such as cost management while maintaining operational standards.
- High ethical standards and integrity.
- Strategic thinking and planning capabilities.