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Entry level management position that is responsible for leading and assisting with the successful completion of daily shift requirements. Front office areas include Bell/Door Staff, Switchboard and Guest Services/Front Desk. Strives to ensure guest and employee satisfaction and achieve the operating budget. Assists in completing financial and administrative responsibilities.
Job Responsibility
Lead and assist with the successful completion of daily shift requirements
Ensure guest and employee satisfaction and achieve the operating budget
Assist in completing financial and administrative responsibilities
Utilize interpersonal and communication skills to lead, influence, and encourage others
Encourage and build mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members
Serve as a role model to demonstrate appropriate behaviors
Support all day-to-day operations
Understand employee positions well enough to perform duties in employees' absence
Coach, counsel and encourage employees
Handle employee questions and concerns
Support all areas of the Front Office in the absence of the Front Office or Front Desk Manager
Guide daily Front Desk shift operations
Communicate performance expectations to employees in accordance with job descriptions for each position
Manage day-to-day operations, ensuring the quality, standards and meeting customer expectations
Develop specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish work
Handle complaints, settle disputes, and resolve grievances and conflicts
Participate in department meetings and communicate clear and consistent message regarding Front Desk goals
Strive to improve service performance
Supervise staffing levels to ensure guest service, operational needs and financial objectives are met
Train staff on adherence to all credit policies and procedures to reduce bad debts and rebates
Supervise same day selling procedures to maximize room revenue and property occupancy
Understand the impact of Front Desk operations on overall property financial goals
Provide services that are above and beyond for customer satisfaction and retention
Improve service by communicating and assisting individuals to understand guest needs
Set a positive example for guest relations
Empower employees to provide excellent customer service within guidelines
Handle guest problems and complaints seeking assistance from supervisor as necessary
Interact with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels
Implement the customer recognition/service program
Assist in the review of comment cards and guest satisfaction results with employees
Ensure employees have proper supplies and uniforms
Assist in the use of a guest information tracking system
Identify developmental needs of others and coach, mentor, or help others improve their knowledge or skills
Provide guidance and direction to subordinates including setting performance standards and monitoring performance
Provide feedback to individuals based on observation of service behaviors
Participate in ongoing employee recognition program
Conduct training when appropriate
Participate in employee performance appraisal process
Provide information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, written form, e-mail, or in person
Analyze information and evaluate results to choose best solution and solve problems
Inform and/or update executives, peers, and subordinates on relevant information in a timely manner
Perform all duties at the Front Desk as necessary
Understand functions of Bell Staff, Switchboard and Concierge/Guest Services operations
Comply with loss prevention policies and procedures.
Requirements
High school diploma or GED
2 years experience in the guest services, front desk, or related professional area. OR 2-year degree from an accredited university in Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or related major