Title: Duty Manager
About IHCL
Careers at IHCL
Job Objective
To ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the Front Office department and Co-ordination with various other departments in order to ensure personalized, prompt and flawless service to all guests. The position will also act a as a One Point Contact for all the in-house guests, in-case of guest requests, complaints or any other feedback.
Essential Job Tasks
Areas of Responsibility
Each day, Duty Manager conducts a rate check to verify pricing accuracy and is authorized to approve discounts and allowances when appropriate. Room allocation must be handled with precision, ensuring that guest preferences are honored to the greatest extent possible. The Duty Manager maintains up-to-date knowledge of room rates, promotions, offers, and packages, and ensures that this information is effectively communicated to the team and guests.
Reporting is another critical function, with the Duty Manager responsible for preparing and reviewing daily, weekly, and monthly reports. These reports are shared with relevant departments to support operational planning and decision-making. Compliance with standard operating procedures is monitored through surprise checks, and any deviations are addressed directly with associates. The Duty Manager ensures that the guest ledger is accurately maintained and reconciled, providing accountability for all transactions.
Business development is encouraged through the tracking of potential clientele and the implementation of upselling strategies during guest interactions. Personalized service is coordinated with sub-departments to enhance the guest experience. The Duty Manager acts as the single point of contact during their shift, liaising with other departments to ensure prompt resolution of guest queries and requests.
Forecasting future arrivals and departures is essential for planning staff rosters and operational readiness. The Duty Manager ensures that all check-ins and check-outs are handled according to established standards. During peak periods or when staffing is low, the Duty Manager assists receptionists, cashiers, and duty managers to maintain service levels. Emergency situations are managed swiftly and in accordance with safety protocols.
Confidentiality of guest and hotel information is strictly maintained, and the Duty Manager ensures that tools, equipment, and assets are protected as per standard procedures. Guest complaints and service recovery decisions are handled with care, and escalations are managed professionally. The Duty Manager guides the team in providing accurate information and empowers them to offer suitable solutions.
Regulatory compliance is enforced during each shift, and all audit requirements are met. The Duty Manager creates duty rosters, conducts team briefings and debriefings, and cascades critical departmental information. Staff grooming and professional conduct are monitored, and new associates receive proper induction and training. The Duty Manager provides performance input to the Assistant Front Office Manager and supports associates in their career development.
In addition to these responsibilities, the supervisor may be assigned other tasks by management on a daily or occasional basis. Adherence to the Tata Code of Conduct, safety policies, and organizational values is expected at all times.
Required Qualifications
- Diploma / Degree in Hotel Management in Hospitality/Tourism/Hotel Management
- 03 years
- Front Office procedural knowledge, room inventory management, revenue management, reservations procedures, financial acumen, cross-functional knowledge.
- Result Orientation, Customer Focus, Interpersonal Skills, People Management, Decision Making
Work Experience
- 03 years
Languages Needed in Position
English/Hindi/Local Language
Key Interfaces- External
Key Interfaces- Internal
Behavioural Competencies
Equal Opportunities Employment at IHCL
- Diploma / Degree in Hotel Management in Hospitality/Tourism/Hotel Management