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With thousands of hotels in over 100 countries and territories, Hilton offers countless opportunities to delight. From an open door to a welcoming smile and an exceptional experience, we offer the millions of travellers who stay with us every year a welcome they will never forget. In addition to our flagship brand, Hilton Hotels & Resorts, the family of brands includes Waldorf Astoria, LXR, Conrad, Canopy, Curio Collection, DoubleTree, Hilton Garden Inn, Hampton and many others.

If you appreciate the impact global travel can have on the world, you may be just the person we are looking for to work as a Hilton Team Member. Because it’s with Hilton where we never forget the reason we're here: to delight our guests, Team Members, and owners alike.

The Operations Manager oversees and directs all aspects of the hotel’s operational departments which include, the Front Desk Service, Food & Beverage, Kitchen, Housekeeping, Engineering, Security, Fitness Centre and other relevant departments. The role ensures that these departments are well run by maximizing revenues and profits, minimizing operating costs, implementing and following up on service standards of team members. He / she ensures the highest level of customer satisfaction.

What will I be doing?

As the Operations Manager, you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

• Support the overall strategic management of the hotel by establishing effective working relationships with senior colleagues, in particular the GM, DBD, FC and HRD.
• In-charge of Front Office, Housekeeping, Security, Engineering, Food & Beverage, Kitchen, Recreation as well as Food Safety.
• Actively participate in the key management issues in the property such as Capital projects, refurbishments, training and customer service.
• Train team members and implement Hilton standard and related departmental regulations.
• Conduct routine inspections of all areas in the hotel to ensure that all hardware and software are in optimum condition.
• Make a detailed and realistic cost control plan to control operating costs for each department to maximize operating profits without compromising Hilton standards, safety procedures and guest experience.
• Analyze costs on a monthly basis and prepare action plans for cost per occupied room, food cost, beverage costs, payroll including overtime and other expenses including costs for outsourcing of labour or services.
• Manage direct reports professionally to ensure effective teamwork and operations.
• Plan or approve appropriate annual, quarterly, monthly budgets, targets and work plans for each direct report.
• Conduct regular Operations meetings including all direct reports.
• Supervise daily team members’ performance and grooming.
• Ensure that duty rosters are based on the needs of the hotel and are compliant with labour laws.
• Ensure hotel and direct reports achieve key targets including but not limited to revenue, profit, SALT, QA, turnover, etc.
• Work with the DBD and F&B Managers to ensure that all aspects of F&B is operating cost effectively (menu presentations / menu / pricing / promotions and ongoing activities).
• Assist the DBD in establishing (with C&C Sales) an efficient and competitive C&C strategy and pricing.
• Supervise and head all hotel activities, such as celebrations, decorations, communication and coordination with conference organizers, etc.
• Evaluate competitors’ products and price policies twice a year.
• Ensure that VIP guests receive the care and service they deserve every day.
• Adhere to the hotel’s security and emergency policies and procedures.
• Assist the General Manager in all activities and functions relating to the daily operations of the hotel.
• Complete relevant tasks assigned by the General Manager.
• The Management reserves the right to make changes to this job description at its sole discretion and without advance notice.
• Carry out any other reasonable duties and responsibilities as assigned.

What are we looking for?

An Operations Manager serving Hilton Brands 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:

• Hospitality: Passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• Integrity: Do the right thing, all the time.
• Leadership: Strive to be leader in our industry and in our communities.
• Teamwork: A team player in everything you do.
• Ownership: Take ownership of your actions and decisions.
• Now: Operate with a sense of urgency and discipline.
• College degree or equivalent.
• At least 2 years of relevant operations experience.
• Experienced in the Hospitality, Travel and Leisure industry management.
• Proficient in English and Chinese translations to meet business needs.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Resourceful, creative and able to maintain flexibility.

Leaders involved in the pre-opening of a hotel need a mix of technical expertise, operational know-how, strategic thinking, and leadership skills to ensure the property launches successfully. Here are the key required skills:

1. Project Management

•Ability to manage timelines, budgets, and resources effectively.

•Overseeing pre-opening activities like construction, procurement, and vendor coordination.

•Ensuring compliance with deadlines and regulatory requirements.

2. Strategic Planning

•Developing and implementing a detailed pre-opening roadmap.

•Setting priorities, identifying critical tasks, and anticipating potential challenges.

•Creating operational workflows and systems before the opening.

3. Operational Expertise

•Understanding all hotel departments, including housekeeping, front office, food & beverage, and engineering.

•Ensuring operational readiness and team training before opening day.

•Coordinating with various stakeholders to meet brand standards.

4. Team Leadership and Development

•Hiring, onboarding, and training staff for various departments.

•Inspiring and motivating the pre-opening team to stay focused and aligned with goals.

•Promoting collaboration and addressing staff concerns during high-pressure times.

5. Budgeting and Financial Management

•Managing pre-opening budgets for staffing, marketing, and procurement.

•Analyzing forecasts to ensure the hotel’s financial health post-opening.

•Negotiating vendor contracts and overseeing cost control.

6. Brand Knowledge and Standards Implementation

•Deep understanding of the hotel’s brand standards and values.

•Ensuring consistency in design, service, and operational practices.

•Implementing quality assurance processes aligned with the brand.

7. Crisis Management and Problem-Solving

•Quickly addressing unexpected challenges during construction, staffing, or equipment setup.

•Maintaining calm and finding solutions under tight deadlines.

•Managing risks and ensuring safety compliance.

8. Attention to Detail

•Overseeing the final stages of construction, design, and furnishing to ensure perfection.

•Ensuring operational processes and service standards are fully ready for the opening.

9. Communication and Stakeholder Management

•Keeping all stakeholders, including owners, investors, and the management company, updated on progress.

•Maintaining transparent communication with the team and external partners.

•Acting as the face of the project during pre-opening press and community events.

10. Adaptability and Resilience

•Flexibility to adapt plans when unforeseen challenges arise.

•Maintaining focus under high-pressure and fast-paced conditions.

•Balancing long-term goals with immediate pre-opening demands.

Successful leaders in hotel pre-openings must also possess a customer-centric mindset, ensuring the guest experience is the primary focus from day one.

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 travellers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. 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!

Job: Guest Services, Operations, and Front Office

Title: Operations Manager - Hilton Accra Cantonments Pre-opening

Location: null

Requisition ID: HOT0BDH0

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