Assistant Manager - Meliá Madrid Serrano

Meliá Hotels·Madrid, Spain

What they ask for

  • Have the right to work in Spain

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  • Work on-site in Madrid

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About the role

"The world is yours with Meliá"

Discover an endless path at Meliá, where opportunities for growth and development are infinite. Immerse yourself in a journey that will take you to work in various countries and become part of our extensive global family.

At Meliá Hotels International, every day is an opportunity to grow, learn, and be part of a great global family. If you are passionate about service excellence, team leadership, and creating memorable experiences for our guests, we are looking for you.

We are looking to bring on board a dynamic, organized, and detail-oriented person to join the Housekeeping team of Meliá Madrid Serrano as an Assistant Manager, helping to maintain the highest standards of quality, cleanliness, and presentation at the hotel.

What you'll do

  • Ensure adequate coverage and supervision of the housekeeping sections at all times.

  • Ensure that all rooms are prepared and inspected according to cleaning standards

  • Assist the Housekeeping Manager in the daily supervision of the housekeeping staff.

  • Assign tasks and supervise the work of room attendants or cleaners

  • Manage the staff under their charge and assign the daily workload in each case.

  • Implement the relevant housekeeping procedures related to cleaning.

  • Ensure the training of new staff members

  • Ensure that all procedures for managing and handling linen and uniforms are followed.

  • Ensure an adequate stock level for the proper functioning of the housekeeping department and manage replenishments accordingly.

  • Regularly review the night shift for cleaning.

  • Share the highlights of daily activities with the Housekeeping Manager, including internal and external guest incidents.

  • Assist the Housekeeping Manager in fulfilling administrative responsibilities

  • Ensure close coordination with the front desk, food and beverage, as well as with guest relations regarding routine and special guest requests. Additionally, stay informed about all VIPs visiting or staying at the hotel. Personally inspect VIP rooms.

  • Handle any guest complaints professionally, addressing and resolving them effectively or providing support in conflict resolution.

  • Ensure strict control of room keys and section keys.

  • To know the budget of their department.

  • To support the person responsible for the department in preparing projections.

  • To support the person responsible for the department in placing orders following the established procedure, as well as in controlling materials and services.

  • Ensure compliance with the economic objectives established in the department and be aware of the hotel's economic objectives, as well as their achievement.

  • Know the hotel's economic results and the economic results of the department, as well as variances versus budget/forecast.

  • To support and participate in the identification of talent within their department.

  • Identify high-potential staff, as well as actively participate in the development of the team and trainees (if applicable).

  • Know the development plans and tools in the area of Human Resources and encourage their use (Meliá Home, Meliá Escucha E-Meliá, development plans, Inspiring Opportunities, Graduates Programs, Code of Ethics, etc.)

  • To follow up on the climate action plans defined by the department.

  • To encourage their team's participation in the well-being programs made available at the Hotel.

  • To promote the use of social media following the guidelines established by the company.

  • To support the selection of the team and its promotion on social media.

Education & certifications

University degree or Higher Vocational Training preferably in Tourism, Hospitality, or specific training in housekeeping.

Languages

Spanish. A second language is valued.

What you'll get

  • My MeliáRewards: Participate in our exclusive loyalty program, enjoying unique benefits and advantages.
  • My MeliáBenefits: Take advantage of flexible compensation and exclusive discounts on a wide variety of products and services, promoting an active and healthy lifestyle.
  • Be part of a leading company in the hospitality sector with international presence.
  • Real opportunities for growth and professional development thanks to our culture of internal promotion.
  • Access to continuous training and talent development programs.
  • Exclusive employee discounts at Meliá hotels around the world and special benefits for family and friends.
  • Collaborative, diverse, and inclusive work environment, where people are at the center of everything we do.

SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE

Knowledge of hotel operations.

Organizational and planning skills.

Knowledge of hygiene regulations and standards.

Skills in handling complaints and claims.

Skills in cost and budget management.

Service-oriented.

Proactivity.

EXPERIENCE

1 year in a similar position in the hospitality sector.

Additional information

At Meliá Hotels International we are committed to equal opportunities between women and men in the workplace, with the support of management and the principles contained in our Human Resources policies. We also care about spreading a corporate culture committed to effective equality throughout the entire workforce, and raising awareness of the need to act jointly and globally.

We promote our commitment to equality and diversity, avoiding any type of discrimination, especially that related to disability, race, religion, gender, or age. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our employees is fundamental to our success as a global company.

Furthermore, we are committed to the sustainable growth of our sector through a great, socially responsible human team. In this regard, our motto is "Towards a sustainable future, from a responsible present" Thanks to all our collaborators we make this possible.

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