Guest Relations & Duty Manager (m/w/d)

**Additional Information** Cologne Marriott Hotel I Guest Relation I Beschwerdemanagement I Front Office I Leadership
**Job Number**
**Job Category** Rooms & Guest Services Operations
**Location** Cologne Marriott Hotel, Johannisstrasse 76-80, Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, 50668
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**Position Type**
Management
**JOB SUMMARY**
Serves as the property Manager on Duty and oversees all property operations, ensuring that the highest levels of hospitality and service are provided. Represents property management in resolving any guest or property related situation. Manages the flow of questions and directs guests within the lobby. Serves as Guest Relations Manager and handles the tracking of service issues.
**CANDIDATE PROFILE**
**Education and Experience**
High school diploma or GED; 4 years experience in the guest services, front desk, housekeeping, or related professional area.
OR
2-year degree from an accredited university in Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or related major; 2 years experience in the guest services, front desk, housekeeping, or related professional area.
**CORE WORK ACTIVITIES**
**Supporting Property Operations and Guest Relations Needs**
Maintains a strong working relationship with all departments to support property operations and goals and to expedite the resolution of any problems that may arise through the general operation of the property.
Communicates any variations to the established norms to the appropriate department in a timely manner.
Sends copy of MOD report to all departments on a daily basis.
Strives to improve service performance.
Ensures compliance with all policies, standards and procedures.
Emphasizes guest satisfaction during all departmental meetings and focuses on continuous improvement.
**Supporting Profitability Goals**
Understands and complies with loss prevention policies and procedures.
Reviews staffing levels to ensure that guest service, operational needs and financial objectives are met.
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.
**Managing the Guest Experience**
Intervenes in any guest/associate situation as needed to insure the integrity of the property is maintained, guest satisfaction is achieved, and associate well being is preserved.
Empowers associates to provide excellent customer service.
Provides immediate assistance to guests as requested.
Serves as a leader in displaying outstanding hospitality skills.
Sets a positive example for guest relations.
Responds to and handles guest problems and complaints.
Ensures associates understand customer service expectations and parameters.
Interacts with customers on a regular basis throughout the property to obtain feedback on quality of product, service levels and overall satisfaction.
Participates in the development and implementation of corrective action plans to improve guest satisfaction.
Records guest issues in the guest response tracking system.
**Assisting Human Resources Activities**
Participates as needed in the investigation of associate and guest accidents.
Observes service behaviors of associates and providing feedback to individuals.
Conducts regular inspection tours of the entire facility for appearance, safety, staffing, security, and maintenance.
Celebrates successes and publicly recognizes the contributions of team members.
Ensures associates are cross-trained to support successfully daily operations.
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 support the Peer Review Process.
Understands and, if necessary, implements all emergency plans including accident, death, elevator, thefts, vicious crimes, bombs, fire, etc.
_At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated.u202fOur greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law._
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JW Marriott is part of Marriott International\’s luxury portfolio and consists of more than 100 beautiful properties in gateway cities and distinctive resort locations around the world. JW believes our associates come first. Because if youu2019re happy, our guests will be happy. JW Marriott associates are confident, innovative, genuine, intuitive, and carry on the legacy of the brandu2019s namesake and company founder, J.Willard Marriott. Our hotels offer a work experience unlike any other, where youu2019ll be part of a community and enjoy true camaraderie with a diverse group of co-workers. JW creates opportunities for training, development, recognition and most importantly, a place where you can pursue your passions in a luxury environment with a focus on holistic well-being. Treating guests exceptionally starts with the way we take care of our associates. Thatu2019s The JW Treatmentu2122. In joining JW Marriott, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International.
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where you can do your best work,u200b
**begin**
your purpose,
**belong**
to an amazing globalu200b team, and
**become**
the best version of you.