Guest Relations Manager

About Us 

IHG Hotels & Resorts is one of the largest hotel companies in the world and one of the world’s leading hotel and resort companies with a family of 19 brands. Our purpose – True Hospitality for Good – comes to life in every one of our collections. With luxury and lifestyle, we are taking it to new heights.

Five visionary brands – InterContinental, Regent Hotels, Six Senses, Vignette Collection and Kimpton Hotels – make up our luxury collection. Individually, they are icons. Together, they bring unforgettable and unparalleled experiences to travelers in over 430 hotels and resorts in 100 countries around the world.

Having recently added a host of incredible properties to our portfolio, we now stand as one of the world’s leading luxury operators. Each of our hotels cultivates a distinctive style and ambience where we embrace every opportunity to give our guests unforgettable and unparalleled experiences.

About the hotel

A luxurious hotel destination at The Wharf on D.C.’s Waterfront, the InterContinental Washington D.C. – The Wharf in the reimagined Wharf neighborhood brings sophistication to its contemporary style. Perfectly placed on the beautiful Potomac River, InterContinental Washington D.C. – The Wharf enjoys the most incredible waterfront views of D.C. Steps away from America’s political epicenter, the hotel embraces guests with an exquisitely curated resort destination that reignites the river’s edge and a captivating sanctuary in the center of The Wharf neighborhood, paying homage to the maritime and industrial-working heritage of its setting.  Featuring a relaxing seasonal rooftop pool with striking Potomac River views and the indulging full-service spa, The Spa at The Wharf, modern luxury, culture, and a rich history combine in the Wharf neighborhood to create a perfect atmosphere for guests and locals alike.

About the Guest Relations Manager position

Our hotels bring people together. We’re searching for a Guest Relations Manager capable of ensuring maximum guest satisfaction through personal recognition and prompt cordial attention from arrival through departure.

A little taste of your day-to-day

Every day is different at IHG, but you’ll mostly be:

• Serving as the main point of contact for VIP Guests and ensuring hotel departments are fully briefed on their requirements.
• Seeking verbal feedback from customers on a regular basis and responding to all guest queries in a timely and efficient manner.
• Keeping close contact with guests for feedback, complaints and compliments – and following it up
• Managing, recording and resolving guest or customer complaints promptly
• Keeping other operating departments in the loop with important guest relations matters – from Food and Beverage and Maintenance to Housekeeping and Front Office

What We need from you:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to deal with difficult interactions and work under pressure
• Managerial experience working in a customer service function
• Flexibility to respond to a variety of different work situations
• A passion for delivering an exceptional level of guest service

What you can expect from us

We give our people everything they need to succeed. From a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life – including impressive room discounts and some of the best training in the business. https://careers.ihg.com/en/job-details/?jobref=Guest+Relations+Manager+at+InterContinental+Washington+DC+-+The+Wharf%7cUS%7c163162#167940