Front Office Executive

Role summary

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The Front Office Executive welcomes guests, manages check-in and check-out, handles reservations and guest enquiries, processes payments, coordinates with hotel departments, and resolves service issues professionally. Candidates should have relevant hotel or customer-service experience, strong communication skills, a pleasant and confident manner, and good English; knowledge of Malay or other languages is advantageous. Familiarity with hotel operating systems, cash handling, and basic computer applications is helpful. The role requires flexibility for shifts, weekends, and public holidays, along with excellent grooming, attention to detail, teamwork, and a genuine commitment to Shangri-La’s service standards.

About the employer

Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts is a leading luxury hospitality group founded in Hong Kong, operating hotels, resorts, and residences across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America, and other international destinations. The group is known for warm Asian hospitality, high service standards, comfortable accommodation, and extensive facilities including restaurants, spas, meeting venues, and leisure services. Shangri-La properties in Malaysia serve business and leisure travellers in destinations such as Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Kota Kinabalu, and other resort locations. Employees typically work in a multicultural environment with structured operating procedures, training opportunities, and opportunities to progress within the wider hotel group.

Working in Malaysia

Malaysia offers hospitality opportunities in Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Langkawi, Kota Kinabalu, and other resort destinations, with demand for front-office, food-and-beverage, housekeeping, and guest-relations professionals. The culture blends Malay, Chinese, Indian, and indigenous traditions, and English is widely used in hotels and tourist areas. Lifestyle costs are generally moderate, although central Kuala Lumpur and popular islands can be more expensive. Malaysia provides tropical weather, diverse food, beaches, rainforests, and a relaxed social atmosphere. Foreign employees normally need an employment pass arranged and sponsored by the employer before starting work; requirements vary by role and nationality. Relocating candidates should budget for housing deposits, transport, insurance, and document processing, and should confirm accommodation, benefits, working hours, and visa sponsorship directly with Shangri-La.