Duty Manager

At Holiday Inn Express hotels we keep it simple and smart. As IHG's biggest hotel brand, we’re the first choice for the increasing number of travelers who need a simple, engaging place to rest, recharge and get a little work done. We offer everything guests need and provide more where it matters most.
We believe travel should be without hassle and complication. But we also believe travel should have more to offer, such as faster check-in and everything needed for a great stay within arms’ reach.®

As a Duty Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of the hotel during your shift. You will oversee the work of the front desk and food and beverage teams, and ensure that guests have an enjoyable and comfortable stay. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication and problem-solving skills, and be able to work well under pressure. If you are passionate about hospitality and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, we would love to hear from you.

As Duty Manager, you will be:

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  Performing walk-through inspections of the hotel, and filling in duty reports for every shift.

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  Assuring that the hotel's appearance is up to IHG's brand standards.

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  Monitoring meeting rooms for proper setup to assure guest satisfaction.

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  Following up with guests to ensure satisfaction.

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  Ensuring that the rooms inventory is in balance and checking VIP rooms.

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  Maintaining contact with other departments to relate different issues of concern.

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  Reviewing all arrivals and departures noting any special requests or challenges.

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  Making sure all shifts are covered as scheduled, arranging cover as necessary.

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  Following established hotel policies and being knowledgeable of all fire and emergency procedures.

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  Handling guest situations as they arise in a calm and professional manner.

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  Ensuring the safety and security of all guests and colleagues.

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  Performing basic maintenance duties during the absence of the maintenance department.

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  Assisting in cross-department operations if needed.

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  Participating in statutory trainings as required by company policy and procedures.

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  Taking on any other relevant tasks as assigned by the Operations Manager or Front Office Manager in an efficient and accurate manner.

• MBO/HBO or equivalent level of education;

• At least 1+ years of experience within a similar role; experience in Holiday Inn Express hotels is an advantage;

• Excellent knowledge of English language in speaking and in writing, Dutch language is a plus;

• Excellent organizational skills.

• Experience in guiding and developing teams.

• You've the opportunity to work in a dynamic, international, and multicultural work environment.

• We value your contributions and offer competitive pay aligned with industry standards and the Catering CLA.

• You can earn up to 2000 euros brutto yearly due to our new incentive program.

• We've got your travel expenses covered.

• Your pension is taken care of.

• Attractive employee rates in more than 8000 hotels within InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) Loyalty Program and Odyssey Hotel Group.

• You can accrue up to 25 well-deserved vacation days.

• You've access to diverse resources through Alleo for personal well-being support.

• We engage regularly in team-building activities.

• We take your personal development seriously. You have the option to grow within our diverse hotel brands and our headquarters. You'll be regularly informed of vacancies and are free to apply internally!

We are The Odyssey Hotel Group, Europe’s most ambitious hotel operator and the team behind many famous global hospitality names. We partner with Marriott, IHG, and Accor to develop exceptional properties across various brands, from Holiday Express to Marriott's Autograph collection. Powered by over 700 people and supported by Activum SG as our major shareholder, our purpose is to create wonderful stories through a passion for unique and locally inspired hotel design and attention to every detail.

ODYSSEY CULTURE

You’ll be joining a fast-moving, ambitious, and successful team that’s shaking up the industry we love. If you thrive on responsibility, share a passion for great service, and are a natural collaborator, we’ll be a good fit. We pride ourselves with a collaborative mindset.

Please apply via this vacancy and our colleagues from the Talent team will contact you as soon as possible.

We look forward to receiving your application!