Front Office Operations

ABOUT THE SEMINAR

Front Office Operations

A Training Program for Reception & Reservations Excellence

Overview

The Front Office Department plays a pivotal role in shaping the guest experience and serves as the primary point of contact between the hotel and its guests. “Front Office Operations: A Comprehensive Training Program for Reception & Reservations Excellence” provides participants with the essential knowledge and practical skills required for effective front desk and reservations operations within a hotel environment.

This program familiarizes participants with the core procedures, workflows, and responsibilities of the Front Office, with the ultimate goal of delivering consistent, professional, and guest-oriented service. Emphasis is placed on operational accuracy, communication skills, reservation management, and handling guest interactions with confidence and professionalism.

Key Selling Points

  • Comprehensive Understanding of Hotel Departments
  • Front Office Organization & Daily Operations
  • Reception & Reservations Workflow Management
  • Room Pricing & Basic Revenue Awareness
  • Effective Guest Communication Techniques
  • Professional Complaint Handling & Service Recovery
  • Check-in & Check-out Procedures
  • Customer-Centric Service Approach

Target Audience

This training program is designed for:

  • Front Office Agents / Receptionists (first-line employees)
  • New or potential employees preparing to work in Reception or Reservations

The program can also be adapted for Front Office Supervisors or Managers, with additional focus on:

  • Team coordination
  • Operational efficiency
  • Service quality standards
  • Guest satisfaction management

Program Structure

  • Hotel Departments & Interdepartmental Cooperation
  • Front Office Department Overview
  • Front Office Operations & Organization
  • Front Office Team Roles & Responsibilities
  • Room Pricing & Rate Structures
  • Reservation Handling & Confirmation Process
  • Guest Complaints & Complaint Management
  • Check-in & Check-out Procedures
Seminar Follow-Up Materials: Attendance Certificate and Posters for back office use.

Key Competencies

  • Guest Communication Skills
  • Reservation Management
  • Problem-Solving & Decision Making
  • Complaint Handling & Service Recovery
  • Professional Front Desk Conduct
  • Attention to Detail
  • Service Orientation
  • Operational Accuracy
Online and On-site
All Year Round
8 hours – 2 days x 4 hours
Quality Department