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Assistant Front Office Manager
Role summary
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The Assistant Front Office Manager supports the daily operation of reception, concierge, guest services, telephone services and front-office administration. Requirements typically include previous supervisory experience in a hotel or luxury resort, strong communication and organizational skills, and confidence handling guest requests, complaints and operational issues. Fluency in English is generally expected; French and other languages are valuable in French Polynesia. The successful candidate should be professional, service-oriented, flexible and comfortable working shifts, weekends and holidays. Responsibilities include coaching team members, maintaining service standards, assisting with arrivals and departures, coordinating with other departments, monitoring guest satisfaction and supporting the Front Office Manager with reports, scheduling and problem-solving.
Can I work in Tahiti?
Never pay anyone for a visa or a job offer. A real employer pays the permit costs and never asks you for money.
How it works
How it works: A permit for everyone except French citizens, other EU citizens included; local priority for 128 listed jobs.
Watch for: Permits for staff from outside Europe are rare.
Official source: SEFI: foreign workers in French Polynesia. Checked November 2026.
What the job usually comes with in Tahiti
Usual for Tahiti, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.
| Housing | Staff village at outer-island resorts |
|---|---|
| Meals | Meals on duty or an allowance (by law) |
| Flights | The employer pays the round trip (by law) |
| Service charge | 4% of revenue, paid as a yearly bonus (by law); 2 to 4 months' pay at the top |
| Contract | 12-month fixed term common |
| Leave | 30 days; 39-hour week, 2 rest days |
| Income tax | No income tax, but a 0.5% to 28% solidarity levy and about 12% social charges |
Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.
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About The Westin Bora Bora Resort & Spa
The Westin Bora Bora Resort & Spa is a luxury island resort operated under Westin Hotels & Resorts, part of Marriott International. Located on Bora Bora’s Motu Taufarii, the resort is known for its overwater and garden villas, lagoon activities, wellness facilities, dining venues and views of Mount Otemanu. Westin’s brand focuses on guest wellbeing through its signature wellness programs, nutritious dining, sleep-focused amenities and opportunities to stay active while travelling. As a Marriott property, the resort follows international hospitality standards and provides employees with experience in a global hotel environment. Team members work with guests from around the world and collaborate across front office, housekeeping, food and beverage, activities, engineering and wellness departments. Employment may include staff accommodation, meals, transport or other benefits, although these depend on the position and local employment terms.