At Murphy Hospitality Group we pride ourselves on an exceptionally high standard of quality service and products. It takes the best people to reach this higher standard of excellence. We believe in extensive training and providing our people with an excellent benefits program, competitive wages, advancement, and professional development opportunities. At MHG it's all about the people!
Loyalist Country Inn & Conference Centre
The Loyalist Country Inn & Conference Centre features 82 clean, comfortable, and fully appointed rooms, an indoor pool, fitness centre, business centre, 24-hour front desk, and an onsite restaurant / lounge offering room service. Additional amenities include complimentary Wi‑Fi, air conditioning, newspapers, and parking. With full‑service restaurant and banquet facilities, we are also a prime location for meetings, conferences, and events.
The Guest Experience Manager is responsible for leading the Front Office operations while championing the hotel’s overall guest experience strategy. It is our mission to Create Memorable Experiences for both our guests and our fellow team members. This role ensures smooth daily operations in reception, reservations, guest services, and the lobby experience across our 82‑room property.
This individual also serves as the hotel’s “ Experience Champion ” – developing, implementing, and supporting initiatives that elevate the guest journey, create memorable moments, and strengthen the property’s connection to the local community. They ensure the team becomes experts in local attractions, events, and partnerships that enrich every guest’s stay.
As Guest Experience Manager, You Will :
Front Office Leadership
- Oversee daily Front Office operations, including front desk, guest services, night audit, and lobby flow
- Ensure efficient check-in / check-out procedures and maintain brand service standards
- Manage staff scheduling, coaching, performance reviews, and team development
- Ensure all staff are properly trained to handle guest issues, ensure all FD agents are aware of any promotions, packages or special activities
- Maintain accuracy of reservations, room assignments, billing, and guest folios including all guest / group / company information is collected accurately
- Collaborate closely with Housekeeping and Maintenance to ensure timely room readiness and guest satisfaction
- Handle guest concerns promptly and professionally to build loyalty
- Act as the guest’s point of contact for requests or concerns, ensuring a memorable stay
- Support upselling and cross-selling of hotel programs, events, and activities
Guest Experience Strategy & Execution
Lead guest experience programs, service culture initiatives, and engagement goalsIdentify opportunities to personalize stays, surprise and delight guests, and enhance experience touchpointsReview guest feedback using programs such as Revinate, HiJiffy, IdeaS, and Lighthouse and develop action plans for improvementCreate a cohesive and consistent guest experience vision across all departmentsCommunity Knowledge & Local Programming
Serve as the hotel’s expert on local and regional events, dining, attractions, and community happeningsBuild and maintain local partnerships that enhance the guest experienceTrain and empower team members to be “local experts” for our guestsSupport development of seasonal guest programming and experiential activationsCollaboration With Restaurant & Banquet Operations
Work with Restaurant and Banquet Managers to ensure seamless guest journeysSupport the Groups and Events Coordinator with communication and execution for group arrivals, VIP stays, conference clients, and special eventsEnsure the Front Office team is aware of banquet event orders and restaurant promotionsAssist with experiential events that enhance guest satisfaction and drive revenueOperational & Administrative Responsibilities
Support forecasting, budgeting, accounts receivable and labour planningEnsure compliance with hotel policies, safety standards, and cash-handling proceduresMaintain lobby ambiance and cleanlinessDevelop, update, and monitor SOPs related to service deliveryWho You Are :
Warm, engaging leader with a passion for hospitalityStrong communicator with excellent interpersonal and conflict-resolution skillsDetail-oriented with the ability to anticipate guest needsCommunity-minded, solutions-driven, and proactiveCollaborative team leader who energizes those around themWhat You Bring :
2–4 years of Front Office leadership or Guest Services management experienceStrong PMS and reservations knowledge (Webrez Pro considered an asset)Ability to train, motivate, and inspire teamsStrong local knowledge or willingness to develop community expertiseAbility to work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, and weekendsBilingualism considered an assetWhat We Offer :
Competitive wagesHealth & Dental BenefitsRRSP Matching ProgramMHG Wellness & Fitness ProgramsGrowth and professional development opportunitiesDiscounts at all MHG locations across Atlantic Canada, as well as local shops and services#J-18808-Ljbffr