Introduction to FrontOffice of
Hotel
• Understanding Roles, Responsibilities, and
Operations
• Presenter's Name
• Date
2.
Overview
• Brief introductionto the front office
department
• Importance of front office in hotel operations
• Overview of what will be covered
3.
What is FrontOffice?
• Definition of Front Office in the context of
hotel operations
• Description of key functions: Guest service,
reservations, check-in/check-out, etc.
4.
Importance of FrontOffice in
Hotels
• The front office is the face of the hotel
• First and last point of contact for guests
• Key role in guest satisfaction and experience
5.
Functions of FrontOffice
• 1. Reservations - Handling bookings, room
allocation
• 2. Check-in/Check-out - Registering guests,
managing room keys
• 3. Guest Services - Assisting with inquiries,
special requests
• 4. Billing and Payments - Generating invoices,
processing payments
6.
Organizational Structure
• Explanationof the typical hierarchy in the
front office
• Positions: Front Office Manager, Receptionist,
Concierge, Bellboy, etc.
• Visual chart of the organizational structure
7.
Front Office Equipment& Software
• Overview of essential tools: Computer
systems, telephones, reservation software
(PMS), key card systems
• Importance of technology in modern front
office operations
8.
Front Office Skills
•Essential skills for front office staff:
Communication, problem-solving,
multitasking
• Importance of grooming, etiquette, and
language proficiency
9.
Reservation Management
• Explanationof the reservation process
• Types of reservations: Direct, Online,
Corporate, Walk-ins
• Importance of effective reservation
management
10.
Check-In Process
• Stepsof guest check-in
• Importance of verifying identity, providing
room details, explaining hotel services