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  • Posted: Apr 23, 2026
    Deadline: Not specified
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  • Mama Shelter is bringing its vibrant, affordable, and "irreverent" lifestyle hospitality brand to South Africa for the first time with Mama Shelter Cape Town, scheduled for the City Park building on Bree Street. Developed with Kasada, it will feature 127 hotel rooms, 68 branded residences, restaurants, and "Mama Play" spaces.
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    Front Office Manager

    Job Description

    THE MISSION

    • You are the face of Mama from the very first “hello” to the last “see you soon” 
    • As our Front Office Manager, you lead the welcome, set the tone, and create unforgettable first impressions
    • You run the show at the heart of the hotel—where energy, service, and personality meet.
    • You ensure every guest feels at home (but better ), while leading your team with passion, energy, and Mama spirit 

    Here’s what you’ll be responsible for:

    Guest Experience Rockstar

    • Deliver bold, warm, and unforgettable guest experiences from arrival to departure
    • Handle VIPs, special requests, and guest feedback with care and personality

    Front Office Leader 

    • Lead, coach, and inspire the Front Office team—reception, concierge, and guest relations
    • Create a positive, energetic, and collaborative team environment

    Operations Maestro 

    • Oversee daily Front Office operations—check-ins, check-outs, room allocations, and cash control
    • Ensure smooth coordination with Housekeeping, Reservations, and other departments

    Service Standards Guardian 

    • Maintain Mama’s service standards at all times—playful, professional, and personal
    • Ensure procedures are followed while keeping the human touch alive

    Revenue & Upselling Driver 

    • Maximize room revenue through upselling, room optimization, and effective inventory management

    Problem Solver Extraordinaire 

    • Handle guest concerns quickly and effectively, turning challenges into memorable moments

    Collaboration Champion 

    • Work closely with all departments to ensure seamless guest journeys across the hotel

    Performance Tracker 

    • Monitor KPIs—guest satisfaction, reviews, upselling, and team performance—and take action where needed

    Qualifications

    MADE FOR YOU… ONLY IF 

    • You have strong Front Office experience in hospitality, ideally in lifestyle or luxury hotels 
    • You are a natural leader who inspires, motivates, and develops teams 
    • You are guest-focused and passionate about creating memorable experiences 
    • You thrive in fast-paced, high-energy environments 
    • You are organized, solution-oriented, and hands-on 
    • You have strong communication skills and a confident presence 
    • You’re comfortable with PMS systems and operational reporting 
    • You bring personality, energy, and a sense of fun to everything you do 

    YOUR LITTLE EXTRAS 

    • Pre-opening experience? Big plus 
    • Multi-lingual? Even better 
    • You know your city and love sharing it with guests 
    • You bring Mama energy—bold, playful, and authentic 
       

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    Method of Application

    Interested and qualified? Go to Mama Shelter on careers.accor.com to apply

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