Restaurant Manager – Booking Office

Job title:

Restaurant Manager – Booking Office

Company

Marriott

Job description

Job Description:Let your passion for discovery become a career. Explore, discover, share, and inspire at St Pancras Renaissance HotelMasterpiece by Design. Dynamic by NatureThe St Pancras Renaissance Hotel is distinctly iconic and an architectural masterpiece that celebrates both heritage and innovation. Housed in one of London’s landmark buildings, it is where modern lifestyle and luxury experiences create new stories built upon those from the past.We are looking for a Restaurant Manager who is passionate about food and people, someone who will work well within a dynamic and fast paced restaurant and bar. The role involves greeting and seating, managing, and supervising our hosts, waiters and building relationships with the restaurant and bar guests.Position Summary: As our Restaurant Manager at St. Pancras Renaissance, you are responsible for delivering the warmest of five star welcomes in our food & beverage outlets. Our guests visit us with expectations of attentive yet relaxed service where your personality and professionalism are delivered in equal measures. The reality of your role and the responsibility you hold is that you can either make or break a guest experience depending on the service you provide. One warm smile and one warm welcome at a time from your team is what we’ve built our reputation on and it’s your job to uphold this. Goodbyes are just as important and creating memorable moments for our guests in your role is key. You will also be responsible for using reservation systems, answering guest enquiries (both telephone and email), and delivering information on pricing, product and menu items. Also ensuring your team have the tools and training to do their job to the five-star standard we expect.Responsibilities: Here’s what your journey with us entails

• Training your team on hotel rates, daily selling strategy, discounts and how to handle reservation queries.
• Serving our guests by understanding their needs and recommending the appropriate features and services that best meet their needs and exceed their expectations, while building a continuing relationship and loyalty to Marriott.
• Overseeing and understanding the correct reservation procedures and to take any reservations if required.
• Complying with unit cash handling and credit policies and procedures.
• Understanding the banking and change order procedure.
• Responsibility for all payment transactions on the shift and to report any discrepancies.
• Completing daily checklist tasks and monitor the performance of your team to comply with our financial obligations.
• Providing information to guests about outlets and services, including hours of operation, room locations.
• Being fully aware of the Accident Reporting Procedure, Maintenance Fault Procedure and Fire Policy
• Leading the team on the floor ensuring our hosts and waiters are following brand standards at all times and maximising revenue.
• Leading the booking systems for The Hansom & The Booking Office to ensure revenue and the spaces available are maximised.
• Working together with the sales team to provide the best training opportunities for our team not only on hosting and serving duties but also the sales piece.
• Attitude, grooming standard, body language and tone need to be positive, supportive and on brand at all times.
• You and your team are expected to deliver service to your full potential when you are here.
• You are also expected to carry out other duties that may be required to ensure the overall hotel operation is properly maintained to provide a total guest experience.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a similar role
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to interact effectively at all levels.
• Proven leadership abilities with a track record of successfully leading and motivating teams.
• Passion for delivering excellence in customer service.

What is in it for you:In addition to receiving a competitive salary and investment in your personal development, you will have access to an array of perks and discounts including:

• 31 days holiday (including Bank Holidays), with increasing entitlement based on length of service.
• Annual Bonus determined by personal and business performance.
• Private Medical Health coverage.
• Pension scheme participation.
• Life Assurance coverage.
• Annual Performance Review pay adjustments.
• Complimentary Gym and spa access.
• Free meals while at work.
• Dry-cleaning service availability.
• Complimentary enrolment in BenefitHub, granting unlimited deals from various retailers and more.
• 50% discount at any of the St Pancras outlets.
• Marriott Discount Card offering benefits on hotel stays, room upgrades, gift shop purchases, and F&B across 130 countries.
• Travel ticket season loan.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme access.
• Comprehensive Training and Development programme participation.
• Awards and recognition celebrations, among many other benefit

Join Our Team: Ready to be part of a dynamic team dedicated to shaping the future of luxury hospitality? If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about making a difference, we want to hear from you.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.About the Team: At Renaissance Hotels, we believe in helping our guests experience the DNA of the neighborhoods they are visiting. Our guests come to discover and uncover the unexpected, to dive into a new culture, or simply to make the most of a free evening. They see business travel as an adventure because they see all travel as an adventure. Where others may settle for the usual, our guests see a chance to bring home a great story. And so do we. We’re looking for fellow spontaneous explorers to join our team to bring the spirit of the neighborhood to our guests. If this sounds like you, we invite you to discover career opportunities with Renaissance Hotels. In joining Renaissance Hotels, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work,​ begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global​ team, and become the best version of you.

Expected salary

Location

London

Job date

Tue, 26 Nov 2024 05:13:04 GMT

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