Front Desk Agent – Arabic Speaker

Fairmont Bab Al Bahr - Abu Dhabi The Front Desk Agent is responsible for delivering exceptional guest service by ensuring smooth check-in and check-out procedures, handling guest inquiries, and creating memorable guest experiences that reflect the standards of a luxury hospitality environment. The role requires professionalism, attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to anticipate guest needs. Welcome guests warmly and professionally upon arrival. Perform efficient and accurate check-in and check-out procedures. Escort VIP guests through personalized arrival and departure experiences when required. Provide information about hotel facilities, services, local attractions, transportation, and dining options. Maintain a strong knowledge of hotel products, promotions, and services. Verify guest reservations and registration details. Process room assignments according to guest preferences and hotel standards. Handle room upgrades, special requests, and changes efficiently. Maintain accurate guest profiles and records in the Property Management System (PMS). Liaise effectively with Housekeeping, Concierge, Engineering, Security, and other departments to ensure guest satisfaction. Respond promptly and professionally to guest inquiries, requests, and complaints. Communicate VIP arrivals, special occasions, and guest preferences to relevant departments. Process payments, deposits, billing adjustments, and foreign currency transactions in accordance with hotel policies. Balance cash floats and complete daily financial reports accurately. Ensure all guest accounts are correctly posted and settled. Maintain confidentiality of guest information and financial transactions. Anticipate guest needs and proactively offer assistance. Resolve guest concerns promptly and professionally to achieve guest satisfaction. Follow up on guest requests and feedback to ensure successful resolution. Build positive guest relationships and encourage repeat business.

Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Hospitality Management, Tourism, Business Administration, or a related field. Previous experience in Front Office, Guest Services, or Reception within a luxury hotel is preferred. Knowledge of Opera PMS or similar hotel management systems. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. Excellent spoken and written English & Arabic; additional languages are an advantage.

Deliver exceptional guest service by ensuring smooth check-in/check-out procedures, handling guest inquiries, and creating memorable guest experiences. Welcome guests warmly and professionally; escort VIP guests when required. Provide information about hotel facilities, services, local attractions, transportation, and dining options. Maintain knowledge of hotel products, promotions, and services. Verify reservations and registration details; assign rooms per guest preferences and standards. Handle upgrades, special requests, and changes efficiently. Maintain accurate guest profiles in the PMS. Coordinate with Housekeeping, Concierge, Engineering, Security, and other departments to ensure guest satisfaction. Respond promptly to guest inquiries, requests, and complaints; communicate VIP arrivals and guest preferences to relevant teams. Process payments, deposits, billing adjustments, and foreign currency transactions in accordance with policies. Balance cash and complete daily financial reports; ensure accounts are posted and settled. Maintain confidentiality of guest information and financial transactions. Anticipate guest needs and proactively offer assistance. Resolve concerns to achieve guest satisfaction and follow up on requests and feedback to ensure resolution. Build positive guest relationships and encourage repeat business.