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House Manager (Rooms Division)

Habitas

Habitas

Oaxaca, Mexico · Mexico
Posted on Friday, September 1, 2023
Job title: House ManagerDepartment: Guest Experience & HousekeepingLocation: Mazunte, OaxacaReporting to: General ManagerWho we areHabitas is a global hospitality group created by a diverse community of people seeking human connection, authentic experiences, and a better future together. Redefining the concept of traditional luxury in hotels, we believe luxury cannot be bought or sold, but it is a feeling that exists in the experiences and memories that we create with others. Our mission is to change people’s lives through creating deeper human connections and to make a lasting impact on local communities through education, employment, and the creation of sustainable micro-economies. With ‘HOMES’ currently located in Mexico, Costa Rica, Morocco, USA, Saudi Arabia, and Namibia, Habitas is expanding globally across LATAM, Africa, the Middle East, and Asia using its technology-driven approach and innovative vertically integrated model. OverviewOur House Manager is responsible for Guest Experience and Housekeeping departments. The House Manager is responsible for ensuring SOPs are in place and consistently followed. You will ensure to consistently perform at all times at the highest levels, delivering outstanding quality of services at all times, whilst maintaining the great spirit of an exceptional team.You will need prior experience in similar remote and challenging destinations in a Luxury property. Adventure, flexibility, and patience will come in very handy to succeed.Main Duties & Responsibilities✔ Ensures the smooth running of the Guest Experience & Housekeeping (Rooms Division) departments, where all aspects of the guest experience are delivered to the highest levels✔ Works proactively to improve guest satisfaction and comfort, delivering a positive and timely response to guest inquiries and problem resolution✔ Develops and implement plans where Guest Experience and Housekeeping initiatives & property targets are achieved✔ Leads and manages the Rooms Division team, fostering a culture of growth, development, and performance within the department✔ Prepares and is responsible for the departmental budget, ensuring that costs and inventory are controlled and that productivity and performance levels are attained✔ Builds and maintains effective working relationships with all key stakeholders✔ Establishes and delivers effective programs that advance service standards, profitability, and cost control✔ Ensures adherence and compliance to all legislation where due diligence requirements and best practice activities are planned, delivered, and documented for internal and external audit, performing follow-up as required Requirements✔ Bachelor’s degree in LAE, or a relevant field✔ A minimum of 4 years of experience in a similar role✔ In-depth knowledge of Opera✔ Advanced English, written and spoken✔ Proven experience in rooms division with strong problem-solving capabilities✔ Excellent leadership skills with a hands-on approach and lead-by-example work style✔ Commitment to exceptional guest service with a passion for the hospitality industry✔ Ability to find creative solutions, offering advice and recommendations✔ Personal integrity, with the ability to work in an environment that demands excellence, time, and energy✔ Strong communication skills✔ Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time✔ Excellent negotiation and leadership skills.✔ Excellent leadership, management, and team-building skills✔ Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.✔ Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel)