At Shangri-La Singapore we are a heart-warming family. We
share something powerful - our genuine care and respect for others.
Our strength lies beyond our harmonious surroundings and hideaway
locations. It lies in our core values that guide us to treat each
and everyone with honour, as kin, as family. We strive to be the
preferred employer by providing great benefits, tranquil and
sincere working environment, work-life balance and effort
recognitions.
Set in 15 acres of lush greenery
just minutes from the vibrant Orchard Road shopping belt, the
Shangri-La Hotel, Singapore is a tranquil, sophisticated urban
retreat whether travelling for business or leisure. It features 792
luxurious guestrooms and suites across three distinct wings, which
include unique family-themed rooms, supported by a host of
dedicated family-focused amenities.
We are
looking for a Front Office Duty
Manager , to join our team!
The
Front Office Duty Manager is
responsible for providing guest services as well as supervision,
direction and leadership to all Front Office personnel under the
guidance of the Front Office Manager in accordance with the
objectives, performance and quality standards set by the
Hotel.
Job
Responsibilities : General
Operations
To have complete knowledge
of the operational systems of the Front Office, Guest
Service / Switchboard and other related systems. Shangri-La's
standard operating policies and procedures relating to the Front
Office operations are also important information to be familiar
with.
Reviews room availability, staff
schedules, guest arrivals / departures, previous shift logs, and
internal reports. Ensures Night Audit completion, verifies
financial postings, and checks operational readiness across all
guest service areas.
Oversees lobby and public
area inspections, supports service residences, manages driveway
traffic, drives upselling initiatives, and conducts spot checks to
ensure adherence to Shangri-La's service and quality
standards.
People
Management / Ledership
Operational
Leadership : Maintains department organisation, staffing, and
productivity to ensure smooth operations aligned with forecasted
occupancy and guest needs.
Training &
Development : Identifies training needs and collaborates with the
Front Office Trainer to implement effective programs across all
Front Office functions.
Performance & Team
Engagement : Assists in performance reviews, fosters a motivated and
respectful work environment, and leads by example to promote
service excellence.
Communication &
Coordination : Develops and utilises communication tools to ensure
smooth workflow, feedback sharing, and alignment across all Front
Office departments.
Visible & Proactive
Leadership : Demonstrates hands-on leadership, conducts daily
briefings, makes operational recommendations, and takes ownership
of team success.
Guest
Experience
Guest
Satisfaction / Feedback : Ensures guest preferences are fulfilled,
drives customer delight through proactive service, and manages
feedback to improve overall guest experience.
Leadership & Policy Compliance : Leads by example with
visible, hands-on supervision, contributes to strategic projects,
and ensures staff adherence to hotel policies and
standards.
Operational
Compliance
Ensures upselling follows
HQ guidelines, authorises rebates and paid-outs within delegated
limits, and verifies accurate reporting and
documentation.
Records guest complaints in the
feedback platform, ensures all reports are printed, signed off, and
properly handed over to the next shift.
Leads
emergency actions, coordinates with ERT and CMT, and ensures guest
and staff safety while documenting incidents in the
Elog.
Promotes departmental participation in
corporate social responsibility and environmental programs aligned
with hotel values.
Oversees recruitment,
performance reviews, roster planning, training, and disciplinary
matters to maintain a high-performing
team.
Job
Requirements : Pleasant
and has a passion in the hospitality industry.
Due to the nature of the front office operations where
the role requires frequent communication with guests (e.g. speaking
to guests who are fluent in Mandarin / Arabic / Other languages over
the phone or at the concierge), the incumbent is required to have
fluent English speaking / written skills with knowledge of a second
language as an advantage.
Has minimally 2
years' experience in a supervisory role at front office in a
hotel / hospitality setting.
Duty Manager • Singapore