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Assists the Front Office Manager in administering front office functions and supervising staff on a daily basis. Front office areas include Bell/Door Staff, Switchboard and Guest Services/Front Desk. Position directs and works with managers and employees to carry out procedures ensuring an efficient check in and check out process. Ensures guest and employee satisfaction and maximizes the financial performance of the department.
Job Responsibility
Assists the Front Office Manager in administering front office functions and supervising staff
Utilizes interpersonal and communication skills to lead, influence, and encourage others
Encourages and builds mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members
Supervises and manages employees
Manages day-to-day operations
Ensures employee recognition
Establishes and maintains open, collaborative relationships with employees
Handles complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts
Strives to improve service performance
Collaborates with the Front Office Manager on ways to continually improve departmental service
Communicates a clear and consistent message regarding the Front Office goals
Participates in the development and implementation of corrective action plans
Emphasizes guest satisfaction
Provides services that are above and beyond for customer satisfaction
Improves service by communicating and assisting individuals to understand guest needs
Serves as a role model
Sets a positive example for guest relations
Displays outstanding hospitality skills
Empowers employees to provide excellent customer service
Interacts with customers on a regular basis
Provides feedback to employees
Handles guest problems and complaints
Interacts with guests
Implements the customer recognition/service program
Ensures compliance with all Front Office policies, standards and procedures
Monitors adherence to all credit policies and procedures
Provides information to supervisors and co-workers
Analyzes information and evaluating results
Informs and/or updates executives, peers and subordinates
Functions in place of the Front Office Manager
Communicates critical information from pre- and post-convention meetings
Participates in department meetings
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