Night Manager - SO/ Uptown Dubai

Job description

Company Description

SO/ is a coveted collection of hotels, rooted in the world of fashion. Making its stylish debut on the global hotel scene in 2011, SO/ continues to command attention with its avant-garde design and creative approach to the world of luxury.

Job Description

CORE WORK ACTIVITIES  

Monitoring Property Operations

• Monitors and ensures compliance with all Guidelines to Operations.

• Ensures supervisors maintain adequate levels of department supplies.

• Ensures all employees are in proper uniform and are properly groomed (grooming standards in employee handbook).

• Ensures employees are working in a safe environment.

• Manages all period-end inventories.

• Directs, monitors, and assists all overnight staff.

• Ensures guest tracking scores and employee opinion survey goals are achieved.

 

Supporting Profitability and Revenue Goals

• Reviews financial statements, sales and activity reports, and other performance data to measure productivity and goal achievement and to determine areas needing cost reduction and program improvement.

• Assists in the response and resolution of all guest issues received directly from guests or from Guest Relations.

• Assists accounts receivable clerk in all aspects of job and in keeping all invoices due below 60 days.

• Monitors that the supervisor is researching/processing all chargebacks and rebates on a timely basis.

• Administers plans and actions to keep chargebacks and rebates to a minimum.

• Ensures all employees are adhering to proper cash handling procedures and monitors overage/shortages.

• Manages employee hours.

• Works with the leadership team of the property to identify and implement action plans to prevent the reoccurrence of guest issues.

 

Managing and Conducting Human Resources Activities

• Promotes participation in property safety-related programs.

• Monitors employee attendance and records absences/tardiness.

• Promotes teamwork and employee morale.

• Ensures all employees are trained on specific aspects of their job and are aware of all resources to assist them in problem solving.

• Keeps employees informed regarding new operational procedures, standards, or programs.

• Ensures all employees have complete knowledge of emergency procedures.

• Ensures constant communication takes place between employees, supervisors and management.

• Provides orientation for new employees and ensuring all information is entered into computer.

• Helps direct supervisors to achieve their own development goals.

• Encourages employee relations through gifts, parties, outings.

• Creates incentives that will promote better service and profit for the property.

• Assists operations manager in processing employee payroll weekly.

• Solicits employee feedback, utilizes an “open door policy” and reviews employee satisfaction results to identify and address employee problems or concerns.

• Ensures property policies are administered fairly and consistently, disciplinary procedures and documentation are completed according to Standard and Local Operating Procedures (SOPs and LSOPs) and supports the Peer Review Process.

 

At SO/ Uptown Dubai we do more than just deliver a service. We endeavour to think big, go beyond expectation to make a positive impact that creates an unforgettable experience for our guests and our teams. We’re all expected to show initiative, empowerment and willingness to provide a wide range of services that guide guests throughout their stay at SO/. Whether it is to address guests’ enquiries, preparing reports, operations or just sharing with a guest what is hot in Uptown, from a guest’s perspective every exchange should feel seamless and effortless.

At all levels and positions within our organization, our success is incumbent on a set of behaviours each of us are committed to. These include adhering to company policies and procedures, maintaining confidentiality, protecting company assets, and upholding quality standards. Because we’re an avant-garde and stylish brand, we’re also passionate about maintaining a professional uniform, personal appearance, and bespoke communications. There is no room for ego: come as you are, humble and kind. At SO/ we work hard, but make it fun.

Additional Information

Ennismore brings together  talented teams , from  unique brands , to create a culture that is  entrepreneurial  and  purpose-driven  in everything we do. We’re the fastest-growing lifestyle hospitality company, and we’re not slowing down. We’re expanding into new countries and cities, creating exciting opportunities.

Inspiring  Discovery

Our purpose is to Inspire Discovery for our guests, but we also look to inspire our teams. We inspire our teams to discover their best self through learning opportunities, to grow and to be inspired to make a positive impact on local communities.

Inclusive  Culture

Our culture is purpose-driven, dynamic and inclusive which puts our community at the heart of everything we do. We’re open minded, we celebrate difference, welcome diversity of thought and accept people for who they are, allowing them to bring their whole self to work.

Global  Perks

Being part of the Ennismore family comes with some incredible perks, including everyone’s favourite, our global discounts programme with up to 50% off stays at our hotels and up to 50% off when eating at our restaurants and bars.