Accommodation Manager

Job information Accommodation Manager from the Company The HR Booth, this latest Accommodation Manager job vacancy is located in the city Dundee. This latest job opening is open to job seekers who have the latest education / graduate . Job Vacancies in this Hospitality field have been opened and published up to the specified time.

Job Description :

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The HR Booth are delighted to be recruiting for an Accommodation Manager on behalf of Forbes of Kingennie.

Who are Forbes of Kingennie?

Forbes of Kingennie Lodges have much to offer visitors of all ages, whether looking for pure relaxation or activity-packed holidays in Scotland. We are the ideal touring base, being virtually at the geographical ‘hub’ of Scotland in Angus near Dundee and Tayside, with the most extraordinary variety of wonderful scenery on our doorstep.

What will you be doing?

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Accommodation Manager to oversee and enhance the operational efficiency of our accommodation department. This role involves managing the high-level software system, ensuring financial accuracy, and driving revenue growth through strategic sales initiatives. You will track Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), analyse operations to identify cost-saving opportunities, and ensure seamless communication between the Reception and Housekeeping teams for a streamlined guest experience. Additionally, you will be responsible for managing the lodge forecast against budgets and implementing innovative strategies to push sales forward.

A full job description is available on request.

Key Tasks

Some of the key tasks are outlined below:

• Oversee the accommodation software system, ensuring accurate tracking of debtors, creditors, and payments.
• Manage the lodge forecast against budgets, identifying opportunities to maximise revenue and reduce costs.
• Develop and implement innovative strategies to push sales forward, including targeted promotions, upselling, and guest loyalty programmes.
• Ensure clear and effective communication between Reception and Housekeeping to enhance efficiency and guest satisfaction.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team, fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and sales growth.
• Oversee and assign key tasks to the receptionist team you manage to ensure operational efficiency.
• Maintain high standards of service throughout the guest journey, ensuring a seamless and memorable experience.

Qualifications/Skills Required

Essential:

• Proven experience in an administration role

• Strong IT skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Solid financial understanding, including experience with budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.

Desirable:

• Previous experience in accommodation management, hospitality, or lodge operations.

What we offer?

• Staff meal of sandwich and soup, or a sandwich and chips, or soup and chips when taking a break after 6 hours of work.
• Free coffee and tea or staff cordials (available in the kitchen) whilst on shift.
• Staff discounts across the restaurant, sports shop, events, golf course, lodges
• Free catch and release fishing (Bankside and Burnside only)
• Childcare Vouchers
• Cycle to work scheme

What do we expect from you?

We expect you to be the best you can be and take responsibility to ensure this happens by striving to provide an environment that is filled with energy and creativity.

If you would like to be part of a great and hardworking team, then we would love to hear from you.