Guest Services Manager (Korean Speaking) — Regent Phu Quoc, IHG Hotels & Resorts. Phú Quốc, Vietnam. Mid-senior level, full-time.
Guest experience and service excellence:
- Provide personalized service and seamless communication with Korean-speaking guests.
- Handle guest complaints, inquiries, and feedback professionally and empathetically.
- Anticipate guest needs and coordinate with relevant departments for tailored solutions.
- Ensure VIP, long-stay, and repeat Korean-speaking guests receive special attention and recognition.
Team leadership and operations:
- Supervise, train, and guide the Front of the House team to maintain high service standards.
- Conduct daily shift briefings focusing on VIP arrivals, guest preferences, and special requests.
- Manage staff scheduling and monitor team performance with coaching.
Administration and coordination:
- Oversee room allocations, VIP amenities, and special arrangements for Korean-speaking guests.
- Ensure compliance with hotel brand standards, policies, and procedures.
- Assist the Front Office Manager with reports, guest feedback analysis, and improvement initiatives.
- Manage operational challenges such as overbooking, last-minute requests, and emergencies.
Qualifications and requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management or related field (preferred).
- Minimum 3-5 years of Front Office/Guest Services experience, with at least 1-2 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
- Fluency in Korean and English (both written and spoken) is mandatory; other languages an advantage.
- Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills; proven guest complaint handling and service recovery ability.
- Familiarity with PMS systems (Opera, Fidelio, or similar) and MS Office.