With more than 350 colleagues, we are seeking a Room Service Manager with the passion to deliver the best service and exceed our guest’s expectations.
The Company
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group is the award-winning owner and operator of some of the world’s most prestigious hotels and resorts. The Group now operates or has under development 41 hotels with more than 11,000 rooms in 25 countries in key business and leisure destinations.
The Hotel
Renowned Parisian designers Gilles & Boissier have created a sophisticated residential design for the 100 rooms and 53 suites, including several one-of-a-kind specialty suites, featuring unique design elements inspired by the hotel’s historic connections to the city, Spanish culture, and art. With a stunning and meticulous restoration that celebrates César Ritz’s pioneering spirit, a prestigious central location, five restaurants and bars overseen by one of Spain’s most celebrated chefs, and exceptional leisure and wellness facilities, Mandarin Oriental Ritz, Madrid is set to become the city’s most luxurious hotel.
Key Responsibilities
1. Provide leadership and support for assistant managers, order takers, servers, and mini bar attendants.
2. Train, evaluate, and schedule Room Service staff including assistant managers, order takers, servers, and mini bar attendants.
3. Perform administrative duties such as scheduling, payroll, inventory, and stock replenishment.
4. Inspect Room Service area, floors, and service landings to ensure standards of service are maintained.
5. Respond to guest inquiries and coordinate special arrangements.
6. Enforce established guidelines and policies of the hotel and carry out disciplinary actions as necessary.
7. Implement new menus and promotions such as holiday and special event promotions.
8. Conduct daily departmental meetings with all Room Service Staff to engage and motivate.
9. Manage event orders and other special IRD events and junkets, ensuring timely delivery of all items, and oversee proper set-up and breakdown of special events.
10. Communicate all group information/changes to appropriate hotel colleagues in an accurate and timely manner.
11. Maintain an active trace system for guest history on their F&B preferences.
12. Ensure all guest orders, including amenities, are delivered in a timely manner and in line with company standards.
13. Have working knowledge of various cleaning chemicals and agents; knowledge of MSDS sheets and procedures.
14. Provide instruction and/or guidance for guest and employee safety in fire or other emergency situations.
15. Ensure accuracy of all menus: current, correct, spelled correctly, clean, and presentable.
16. Ensure menu descriptions are up to date and distributed appropriately.
17. Monitor payroll of the department.
18. Revise standards and procedures for the department as necessary.
Key Competencies and Background
1. Minimum of 3 years experience in F&B management or supervisory experience in a similar position in a luxury hotel property.
2. Reading, writing, and oral proficiency in Spanish and English.
3. Willing to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.
4. Excellent attention to detail and guest service attitude.
5. Self-motivator and motivator of others.
6. Pleasant, friendly, and helpful manner.
7. Excellent multitasking and teamwork skills.
8. Superior communication and organization skills.
9. Able to consistently delight and satisfy our guests.
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