Purpose
To ensure VIP and special occasion guests receive a personalised, flawless arrival experience.
Scope
Applies to guests identified as VIP, repeat high-value guests, dignitaries and celebration stays.
Responsibility
Front Office Manager identifies and briefs; Duty Manager greets; Housekeeping prepares the room; Food and Beverage prepares amenities.
Detailed procedure
- Identify the VIP in the arrivals report at least one day before and add alert notes to the reservation.
- Hold the briefing with Housekeeping, Food and Beverage and Security, and assign responsibility for each item.
- Pre-allocate the best-suited room and complete an inspection by the Duty Manager.
- Arrange the approved welcome amenity with a personalised card.
- Be ready at the entrance, greet the guest by name and escort them directly to the room.
- Complete registration in the room or in a private area.
- Call the guest after one hour to confirm satisfaction and record preferences for future stays.
Standards and guidelines
- The room is inspected and signed off before arrival.
- Amenities follow the approved VIP category.
- Guest preferences are saved in the guest profile.
- Confidentiality of VIP details is strictly maintained.
Required records and documentation
- VIP arrival list
- Amenity approval form
- Room inspection checklist
- Guest preference record
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Document control
| Reference | FO-SOP-008 | Version | 1.0 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Department | Front Office | Review cycle | Annually |
| Effective date | Next review | ||
| Prepared by | Approved by |
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