Manager on Duty

Additional Information
Job Number

Job Category
Rooms & Guest Services Operations

Location
The Ritz-Carlton Melbourne, 650 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 3000VIEW ON MAP

Schedule
Full Time

Located Remotely?
N

Position Type
Management

As one of the Ladies and Gentlemen of The Ritz-Carlton, you are the most important asset in our service commitment to our guests. By joining us as a
Manager on Duty
, we not only meet, but also exceed, our guests' expectations - you embody the legendary service that makes us a leading luxury brand. A career at The Ritz-Carlton is filled with honesty, respect and the opportunity to grow your career.

Please note that this role requires Full-Time Work Rights in Australia to be considered.
Position Summary:

• Join our Ladies and Gentlemen and manage day-to-day operations and ensure the quality and standards of the hotel are met.
• Assist guests arriving and departing the hotel through the check in and departure process
• Handle general enquiries whilst go above and beyond with each guest experience
• Handle complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts by negotiating with relevant parties
• Supervise staffing levels to ensure that guest service, operational needs and financial objectives are met focusing on attention to detail
• Build and strengthen relationships with existing and new guests, exhibiting our legendary service and enabling future bookings
• Be an expert on the luxury hotel and the surrounding area, know it inside and out to exceed guest expectations
• Understand the impact of the department's operations on the overall property financial goals and objectives and manage to achieve or exceed goals
• Be an empowering leader by providing motivation and support to your department's Ladies and Gentlemen
• Plan and execute team building activities for our associates as they are our most important assets

About You:

• Experience with OPERA property management system or similar
• Relevant experience in a similar managerial role in 5-star hotels, Marriott experience, an added advantage
• Full Working rights in Australia
• Strong communication, empathy skills, ability to proactively handle guests concerns and complaints to come to a resolution
• Ability to provide constructive feedback to strengthen team performance, develop strategies/motivate team to reach KPI targets
• Ensure highest level of service aligned with brand standards
• Self-motivated, driven and energized in a fast-paced environment
• Armed with smart solutions and a can-do attitude

Our Benefits:

• Exclusive staff discounts on food and beverage and hotel rooms (including all properties within the Marriott International group) for you, your family and friends
• Be part of Life with the Works program where you can enjoy flexible working hours & locations, time off to pursue your passion through sabbatical leave, and paid leave during your birthday month
• Grow, develop, and progress with internationally recognised training programs, unlimited strategic development and exciting career opportunities within the Marriott International group
• Genuine care for associates' physical, emotional and financial wellbeing through our Employee Assistance Program
• Opportunity to receive Employee Referral Incentives and get paid for working with your friend
• Work for the Largest Hotel Network in the World which values equality, diversity and inclusiveness

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel is part of Marriott International's Luxury portfolio, which has committed to putting people first for 90+ years. Apply now

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Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.
At more than 100 award-winning properties worldwide, The Ritz-Carlton Ladies and Gentlemen create experiences so exceptional that long after a guest stays with us, the experience stays with them. Attracting the world's top hospitality professionals who curate lifelong memories, we believe that everyone succeeds when they are empowered to be creative, thoughtful and compassionate.

Every day, we set the standard for rare and special luxury service the world over and pride ourselves on delivering excellence in the care and comfort of our guests.

Your role will be to ensure that the "Gold Standards" of The Ritz-Carlton are delivered graciously and thoughtfully every day. The Gold Standards are the foundation of The Ritz-Carlton and are what guides us each day to be better than the next. It is this foundation and our belief that our culture drives success by which The Ritz Carlton has earned the reputation as a global brand leader in luxury hospitality. As part of our team, you will learn and exemplify the Gold Standards, such as our Employee Promise, Credo and our Service Values. And our promise to you is that we offer the chance to be proud of the work you do and who you work with.

In joining The Ritz-Carlton, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International.
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