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Guest Service Executive (Arabic Speaker)

A Guest Service Executive supervises the Front Office Team (Guest Service Agents, Operators and Bell Attendants) to ensure that our Guests receive an exceptional experience from check-in through check-out.

What will I be doing?

As a Guest Service Executive, you are part of the Front Office Team which is the main connection between Guests, the Hotel and the various hotel departments. You are responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

• Assign and instruct Guest Service Agents, Operators and Bell Attendants in details of work
• Manage front desk operations by completing a checklist of important daily tasks, determining room and rate availability and making decisions that are in the best interest of the hotel.
• Assist Guest Service Agents, Operators, Reservation Agents, Bell Attendants and other departments with any questions or requests
• Resolve customer complaints by conducting thorough investigation of the situation and coming up with the most effective resolution
• Prepare and conduct daily pre-shift meetings, communicate effectively with all staff and provide them with any information necessary to provide guest service in accordance with Hilton Standards
• Perform other duties assigned by the Front Office Manager or Assistant Front Office Manager
• Respond promptly to guest requests for a supervisor or manager
• Ensure that a detailed hand over is carried out between shifts including the volume of business, special guests, tasks to be clarified/completed and any special events that are taking place
• Ensure a high level of product knowledge of the hotel and the local area, and know what is happening in the hotel
• Ensure our customers receive a fast, efficient and friendly check in and check out
• Ensure all customers' queries or requests are handled in a polite, efficient manner and a high level of customer service is consistently maintained
• Preparation and co-ordination of group arrivals/departures.
• Ensure a good performance oriented working environment within the department and motivate the staff
• Participate regularly in training courses and put the skills learned there into practice
• Receives payment by cash, credit cards, cheques, etc. and is able to post these in the computer correctly
• Have detailed knowledge of the fire, safety and evacuation procedures of the hotel
• Have knowledge of all the equipment and installations on the Executive Floor, and able to work there independently in conformity with the established standard and take over shifts if necessary

What are we looking for?

A Guest Service Executive serving Hilton Brand hotels is always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the attitude, behaviours, skills, and values that follow:

• Ability to effectively deal with internal and external customers, some of whom will require high levels of patience, tact and diplomacy to defuse anger, collect accurate information to resolve conflicts
• Basic mathematical skills and considerable skill in the use and operation of a calculator to prepare complex mathematical calculations without error
• Ability to listen effectively and comprehend the English language to understand and obtain instructions and information
• Ability to see and hear in order to observe and detect signs of emergency situations

What will it be like to work for Hilton?

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its . Our vision "to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality" unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all

Company Description

"Why work for Accor?

We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor's limitless possibilities.

By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality. Discover the life that awaits you at Accor, visit

Do what you love, care for the world, dare to challenge the status quo #BELIMITLESS"

Job Description

Basic Job Responsibilities:

• Evaluate the everyday status of all hotel occupancy and coordinate with various departments e.g. reservation, sales, and housekeeping to ensure optimal level of guest satisfaction.
• Manage and greet all guests, monitor and resolve all requests.
• Perform check-in/OUT of guests using the Opera system.
• Welcome and greet guests, and answer inquiries and incoming calls.

• Prepare occupancy and guest reports
• Maintain group and individual arrival reports daily.

• Inform guests of hotel rates and services and create/cancel/confirm reservations.
• Check and manage room allocation.
• Determine and ensure compliance with all key control policies and manage all safe deposit boxes for guests.
• Coordinate and assist the concierge in all services to guests.
• Maintain knowledge of all emergency procedures
• Evaluate all credit limit reports on an everyday basis and manage room availability efficiently.

Qualifications

Job Qualifications:

• Pleasant personality with a good appearance.
• Service and guest oriented
• Very good command of both written and spoken English
• Another language will be an asset
• Another language in addition will be an asset.
• Opera experience is a plus
• Physical Ability to stand for 8 hours daily
• Ability to work on shift basis.

Additional Information

Your team and working environment:

• Sofitel Bahrain Zallaq Thalassa Sea & Spa is 5 star Luxury Hotel with 262 Luxury Rooms & Suites Including 1 Royal Suite, 6 Opera Suites, 21 Prestige Suites, 32 Club Millesime Rooms, 202 Luxury Rooms, 5 Restaurant & 4 Bars, 1 Grand Ballroom, 2 Meeting Rooms, Beach Club, Kids Club and the first Thalassa Spa in the Gulf Cooperation Council Countries (GCC)
  
  

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

• We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.

About Four Seasons
Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.

At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

About the location:
On an exclusive island in the heart of the Kingdom's capital, Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay, with its unique architecture, has become an iconic landmark that soars as a destination in its own right, combining the best of a beach holiday and an urban getaway.

Four Seasons Residences Bahrain is a complex with 112 bespoke private residences, ranging in size from 109 square meters to 737 square meters. The residences are located in the heart of Bahrain Bay and are connected to the Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay by a private and secure pedestrian bridge.

As one of the leaders in branded residences since 1982, Four Seasons currently operate 50 residential properties around the world and 90% of the projects in our pipeline contain a residential component.

Job Summary
Operating from the Residential Lobby and Front Drive, the Guest Service Agent is an integral part of the Residential Services Team whose main objective is to ensure our residents are well looked after from the start. As the first and last impression of the Four Seasons Private Residences, this high-profile department carries a special responsibility. The Guest Service Agent is stationed at the bell stand outside the building and greets each resident by name upon arrival and departure. The Guest Service Agent transports luggage to the residences for arrivals and transports luggage for departing residents to the entrance or into temporary storage. The Guest Service Agent also provides arriving residents with a Four Seasons Private Residences orientation.

TASKS

• Responds to a wide variety of homeowner requests by accurately assessing the resident's needs and inquiries; offering personal recommendations and personalized touches to achieve maximum resident satisfaction while complying with all Four Seasons' policies.
• Assist residents with luggage, transportation requirements, deliveries, parcels, wine deliveries, groceries, etc. following instructions as specified in the Residence Unit Admittance Forms. Maintains proper records of deliveries and pick-up.
• Assists residents, visitors, and/or vendors in all inquiries in connection with residential common areas, hours of operations, key residences personnel, directions, etc. Must be familiar with all common areas and services offered at the residences.
• Greets all residents and their guests passing through lobby and offers them assistance
• Assists in Residential Lobby service - answer telephones at the residences Concierge Desk, deliver messages, packages, laundry, groceries, etc. to units
• Assists in Common Area service – setup the space, provide food and beverage service, assistance with operating equipment etc. to owners
• Deliveries in-residence dining requests from 3rd party vendors to unit as requested
• Ensures the residences lobby is always clean, including bell carts and storage area.
• Complies with Four Seasons Work Rules and Standards of Conduct
• Works harmoniously and professionally with co-workers and supervisors
• Ability to use variety of IT systems to perform his own duties and assist homeowners on basic functionality.

Additional Responsibilities

• Handles all resident interactions with the highest level of hospitality and professionalism, accommodating special request whenever possible; seek any opportunity to prevent owner glitches, assist in all enquiries in connection with the Residence services and facilities
• Ability to communicate resident's requests effectively to the Residence Concierge to ensure prompt completion of tasks
• Acts in all matters related to the safety, security, satisfaction and wellbeing of residents and fellow employees. Responds swiftly and effectively in any emergency or safety situation.
• Relieve other residential roles for meal periods and in case of emergency
• Assist in crunch other residential roles with operations
• Performs any special projects deemed necessary by your direct supervisor/concierge or Residential Leader

Skills And Compentencies

• Reading, writing, and oral proficiency in the English language, excellent communication skills are essential
• Must have excellent personal presentation and interpersonal skills. The ideal candidate will also have a warm welcoming smile, a positive attitude and be knowledgeable about the local area
• Must have minimum of 1+ year bell/guest services experience in a hospitality environment
• Must be able to prioritize and multi-task, and have a high attention to detail
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including days, nights, overnight, weekends and holidays
• Physical by nature, this position requires standing for 8 hours per shift and requires candidates to have the ability to lift and push 50 – 100 lbs., respectively
• High school education or equivalent experience is required
• A valid driver's license

About Four Seasons:

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.

At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

About the location:

On an exclusive island in the heart of the Kingdom's capital, Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay, with its unique architecture, has become an iconic landmark that soars as a destination in its own right, combining the best of a beach holiday and an urban getaway.

Four Seasons Residences Bahrain is a complex with 112 bespoke private residences, ranging in size from 109 square meters to 737 square meters. The residences are located in the heart of Bahrain Bay and are connected to the Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay by a private and secure pedestrian bridge.

As one of the leaders in branded residences since 1982, Four Seasons currently operate 50 residential properties around the world and 90% of the projects in our pipeline contain a residential component.

JOB SUMMARY

Operating from the Residential Lobby and Front Drive, the Guest Service Agent is an integral part of the Residential Services Team whose main objective is to ensure our residents are well looked after from the start. As the first and last impression of the Four Seasons Private Residences, this high-profile department carries a special responsibility. The Guest Service Agent is stationed at the bell stand outside the building and greets each resident by name upon arrival and departure. The Guest Service Agent transports luggage to the residences for arrivals and transports luggage for departing residents to the entrance or into temporary storage. The Guest Service Agent also provides arriving residents with a Four Seasons Private Residences orientation.

TASKS

• Responds to a wide variety of homeowner requests by accurately assessing the resident's needs and inquiries; offering personal recommendations and personalized touches to achieve maximum resident satisfaction while complying with all Four Seasons' policies.
• Assist residents with luggage, transportation requirements, deliveries, parcels, wine deliveries, groceries, etc. following instructions as specified in the Residence Unit Admittance Forms. Maintains proper records of deliveries and pick-up.
• Assists residents, visitors, and/or vendors in all inquiries in connection with residential common areas, hours of operations, key residences personnel, directions, etc. Must be familiar with all common areas and services offered at the residences.
• Greets all residents and their guests passing through lobby and offers them assistance
• Assists in Residential Lobby service - answer telephones at the residences Concierge Desk, deliver messages, packages, laundry, groceries, etc. to units
• Assists in Common Area service – setup the space, provide food and beverage service, assistance with operating equipment etc. to owners
• Deliveries in-residence dining requests from 3rd party vendors to unit as requested
• Ensures the residences lobby is always clean, including bell carts and storage area.
• Complies with Four Seasons Work Rules and Standards of Conduct
• Works harmoniously and professionally with co-workers and supervisors
• Ability to use variety of IT systems to perform his own duties and assist homeowners on basic functionality.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Handles all resident interactions with the highest level of hospitality and professionalism, accommodating special request whenever possible; seek any opportunity to prevent owner glitches, assist in all enquiries in connection with the Residence services and facilities
• Ability to communicate resident's requests effectively to the Residence Concierge to ensure prompt completion of tasks
• Acts in all matters related to the safety, security, satisfaction and wellbeing of residents and fellow employees. Responds swiftly and effectively in any emergency or safety situation.
• Relieve other residential roles for meal periods and in case of emergency
• Assist in crunch other residential roles with operations
• Performs any special projects deemed necessary by your direct supervisor/concierge or Residential Leader

SKILLS AND COMPENTENCIES

• Reading, writing, and oral proficiency in the English language, excellent communication skills are essential
• Must have excellent personal presentation and interpersonal skills. The ideal candidate will also have a warm welcoming smile, a positive attitude and be knowledgeable about the local area
• Must have minimum of 1+ year bell/guest services experience in a hospitality environment
• Must be able to prioritize and multi-task, and have a high attention to detail
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including days, nights, overnight, weekends and holidays
• Physical by nature, this position requires standing for 8 hours per shift and requires candidates to have the ability to lift and push 50 – 100 lbs., respectively
• High school education or equivalent experience is required
• A valid driver's license

Swiss-Belhotel Seef is seeking a dynamic and service-oriented Front Office Agent to join our team. If you have a passion for hospitality and guest service excellence, we invite you to apply

Key Responsibilities

• Greet and register guests with courtesy and professionalism
• Fluent in English; fluency in Arabic is an advantage
• Handle check-ins, check-outs, and guest folios in line with hotel procedures
• Manage room inventory and coordinate with Housekeeping for efficient room allocation
• Resolve guest queries and disputes with promptness and professionalism
• Promote SBEC membership and assist with enrolment and benefits
• Ensure compliance with hotel policies, safety, and fire regulations
• Support site inspections, inventory tasks, and other assignments as directed

Qualifications & Experience

• Diploma or Degree in Hotel Management is an advantage
• Minimum 1 year experience in a similar role OR 2+ years in customer service
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and sales skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Property Management Systems (PMS)
• Knowledge of basic accounting.
• High attention to detail and ability to multitask under pressure

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Professional development and training opportunities
• A vibrant, multicultural work environment

Job Type: Full-time

• Accurately pick up food orders from the kitchen and deliver them to customer locations.
• Ensure deliveries are made within the estimated time frame.
• Safely operate a vehicle, adhering to all traffic laws and regulations.
• Verify order accuracy before departure and upon delivery.
• Handle cash and credit card payments accurately and efficiently.
• Provide friendly and courteous customer service during deliveries.
• Maintain the cleanliness and basic upkeep of the delivery vehicle.
• Report any issues, delays, or customer concerns to management promptly.
• Assist with basic food preparation or packaging duties during downtime, as needed.
• Navigate efficiently using GPS or maps.

• Valid driver's license and a clean driving record.
• Reliable personal vehicle with current insurance.
• Proven experience as a delivery driver, preferably in the food service industry.
• Familiarity with the local delivery area of Busaiteen, Muharraq, BH .
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Must be punctual and dependable.
• Ability to handle basic food safety procedures.
• This role requires on-site presence for shifts.

• Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in food service management, catering operations, or event management.
• Proven experience managing operational teams and coordinating complex events.
• Strong understanding of food safety regulations and best practices.
• Excellent client relationship management and communication skills.
• Proficiency in event planning software and operational management tools.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets and control costs.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a remote setting.
• A passion for food and exceptional service delivery.

• Supervising and managing a team of catering staff, including hiring, training, scheduling, and performance evaluation.
• Ensuring compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and health regulations (HACCP standards).
• Managing inventory levels, ordering supplies, and controlling food costs to optimize profitability.
• Developing and implementing operational procedures to enhance efficiency and service quality.
• Maintaining strong relationships with clients, addressing feedback, and resolving issues promptly.
• Overseeing the preparation and presentation of food, ensuring high-quality standards are met.
• Managing budgets and financial performance of the catering operation.
• Ensuring equipment is well-maintained and operational.
• Implementing effective customer service strategies to drive repeat business and positive reviews.
• Contributing to menu development and innovation.

• Proven experience in food service management, catering operations, or a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and health regulations.
• Excellent leadership, team management, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability in inventory control, cost management, and financial oversight.
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Customer-focused with a passion for delivering excellent service.
• Proficiency in relevant software (e.g., POS systems, inventory management tools).
• A degree or diploma in Hospitality Management or Culinary Arts is a plus.