Mama Shelter is more than a hotel - it's a vibrant place to live, eat, work, and play. We are looking for an energetic and people‑focused Guest Service Manager (Duty Manager) to lead hotel operations during assigned shifts, ensuring exceptional guest experiences, smooth daily operations, and strong team coordination while embodying Mama's playful and caring personality.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Guest Experience
- Act as the main guest contact during the shift, ensuring warm, personalised, and engaging service.
- Handle guest feedback, requests, and complaints with professionalism and empathy.
- Oversee VIP arrivals, special occasions, and guest recovery situations.
- Ensure service standards are consistently met across all guest touchpoints.
Operational Leadership
- Oversee daily hotel operations including Front Office, Housekeeping, Security, and coordination with F&B.
- Monitor arrivals, departures, room status, and occupancy flow.
- Support restaurant operations and table management during peak periods in collaboration with F&B teams.
- Take charge during operational challenges, disruptions, or emergencies.
Team Supervision
- Lead and support operational teams on duty.
- Ensure proper shift handovers, staffing coverage, and compliance with SOPs.
- Coach team members to maintain high standards of service and professionalism.
- Act as Manager On Duty in the absence of senior management.
Systems & Administration
- Use hotel operational systems to manage daily operations effectively.
- Authorise room moves, billing adjustments, paid‑outs, and rate changes within guidelines.
- Ensure accurate shift reports, logbooks, and incident documentation.
Safety, Security & Compliance
- Ensure adherence to hotel safety, security, and emergency procedures.
- Coordinate emergency responses when required.
- Maintain compliance with brand standards and local regulations.
SYSTEMS KNOWLEDGE (REQUIRED / PREFERRED)
- Simphony (POS) - restaurant and bar transactions, guest billing, voids, and checks
- SABA (Table Management System) - restaurant reservations, guest flow, and seating optimisation
- Opera Cloud (PMS) - check-in/check-out, reservations, room allocation, guest profiles
- Housekeeping & maintenance coordination systems (e.g. task or room-status platforms)
- Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office and reporting tools
REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum 3 years experience in hotel operations or front office supervisory roles.
- Diploma or Degree in Hospitality, Tourism, or related field preferred.
- Strong leadership, decision‑making, and problem‑solving skills.
- Guest‑focused mindset with excellent communication skills.
- Comfortable working rotating shifts, including weekends and public holidays.
- Confident using hospitality systems and handling multiple priorities simultaneously.
