Night Manager

Location Tokyo
Discipline Industrial
Job type Permanent
Salary Negotiable
Reference 59128

 

Company Overview

A global luxury hospitality and lifestyle brand focused on delivering elevated guest experiences through design-driven hotels, sustainability, and exceptional service. The company promotes a collaborative, people-focused culture that prioritizes employee wellbeing, leadership development, and operational excellence.

Role Overview

  • Support the management of Front Office night operations to ensure exceptional guest satisfaction, operational efficiency, and hotel security

  • Work closely with Front Office leadership to guide, train, and motivate team members while maintaining luxury service standards

  • Lead overnight hotel operations and act as the primary person in charge during night shifts

Key Responsibilities

Front Office Operations

  • Oversee all night operations within the Front Office department

  • Ensure smooth overnight hotel operations, including night audit processes and guest services

  • Maintain compliance with Front Office policies, standards, and procedures

  • Conduct daily pre-shift briefings covering occupancy, arrivals/departures, events, and operational priorities

  • Coordinate closely with Housekeeping and other departments to support daily operations

Guest Experience & Service Excellence

  • Ensure high service standards and guest satisfaction on a daily basis

  • Handle guest concerns, complaints, and service recovery situations professionally

  • Monitor and review complaint records to identify improvement opportunities

  • Observe team service behaviors and provide coaching and feedback when necessary

Leadership & Team Management

  • Supervise and support Front Office team members during overnight operations

  • Lead by example with professionalism, integrity, and strong customer service

  • Foster a collaborative and positive work environment

  • Recognize and celebrate team achievements and contributions

  • Assist with scheduling and roster preparation aligned with business and budget needs

Safety & Operational Control

  • Ensure understanding and execution of hotel safety and emergency procedures

  • Manage operating equipment and supplies responsibly

  • Support operational and financial objectives during night operations

  • Communicate regularly with Front Office leadership and Guest Relations regarding daily operational updates

Requirements

  • Previous experience in a similar managerial role within a luxury hotel environment

  • Relevant hospitality or hotel management qualification

  • Experience using hotel operational systems

  • Strong leadership, communication, and guest service skills

  • Ability to multitask and perform effectively in a fast-paced environment

  • Understanding of financial budgets and operational performance

  • Flexibility to work within a 24/7 hotel operation environment

Key Competencies

  • Leadership and team motivation

  • Guest service and problem resolution

  • Communication and interpersonal skills

  • Operational coordination and multitasking

  • Attention to detail and professionalism

  • Ability to work under pressure in overnight operations