Duty Manager | InterContinental Sydney Coogee Beach

Duty Manager | InterContinental Sydney Coogee Beach Join to apply for the Duty Manager | InterContinental Sydney Coogee Beach role at IHG Hotels & Resorts If you’d like to embrace a world of opportunities, we’d like to welcome you to the world’s most international luxury hotel brand.Set to open following a multi-million-dollar transformation, on the shores of sparkling Coogee Beach, the hotel will redefine coastal luxury when it debuts in late 2025. Perfectly positioned on Sydney’s iconic beachfront, the reimagined hotel will offer 198 elegantly designed rooms and suites, many with uninterrupted Pacific Ocean views, alongside an ocean-facing infinity pool, luxury cabanas, and a vibrant leisure deck. Guests can look forward to an elevated arrival experience, immersive coastal dining celebrating seasonal local produce, and a redefined wellness sanctuary. With state-of-the-art event spaces including a Grand Ballroom, the hotel blends soulful escapes and meaningful connection with refined coastal elegance — setting a new benchmark for beachfront hospitality in Australia. About The Role As Duty Manager you will lead and oversee all aspects of Front Office whilst on duty, including (but not limited to) Reception, Concierge/Porter services to deliver a luxury guest experience that brings the brand to life. A little taste of your day-to-day Lead and develop the Front Office team, ensuring training, tools, and support are in place to deliver exceptional guest service and satisfaction. Ensure a seamless Front and Back of House experience, with prompt, professional service and personal recognition for all guests, including VIPs and IHG One Rewards members. Oversee day-to-day Front Office and Concierge operations, ensuring standards, policies, and procedures are upheld. Respond to guest feedback and complaints, taking swift action to resolve issues and drive continuous improvement. Conduct regular inspections of public areas, lobby, and front office to maintain presentation and service standards. Foster a positive team culture through coaching, performance feedback, and collaboration with other departments. Support the implementation of brand standards, Crowne Plaza service behaviours, and True Hospitality skills. Ensure compliance with health, safety, and local regulations, including training, risk assessments, and corrective actions. Champion IHG One Rewards and ensure VIP and regular guests, as well as IHG Rewards Club guests have received all their benefits. Support departmental goals, projects, and performance metrics in collaboration with the Front Office Manager What We Need From You Bachelor’s degree / higher education qualification / equivalent in Hotel Administration, Business Administration and four years’ guest service/hotel experience with two years in a management capacity, or an equivalent combination of education and experience Unrestricted working rights in Australia (PR/Citizen)– kindly note that visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Licensing and certifications: Valid Australian Driver’s Licence; Current First Aid and CPR certification; Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) certification Flexible availability – Willingness to work across a rotating roster, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays, as required by the nature of the hospitality industry. Physical capability – Comfortable being on your feet for extended periods and able to safely lift, push, and pull items up to 23 kg, with appropriate equipment provided. 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 laundry for business attire, impressive room discounts, competitive products & services discounts program and some of the best training in the business. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. #J-18808-Ljbffr