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Responsible for the management and coordination of all Rooms area departments (including Front Office, Engineering/Maintenance and Housekeeping) and managing staff. Plans, develops, implements and evaluates the quality of property’s guest rooms. Strives to continually improve guest and employee satisfaction and maximize the financial performance of the department. Ensures that standards and procedures are being followed. Leads specific team while assisting with meeting or exceeding property goals. The position ensures that the Rooms division meet the brand’s standards, targets customer needs, ensures employee satisfaction, focuses on growing revenues and maximizes the financial performance of the department.
Job Responsibility:
Champions the brand’s service vision for product and service delivery
Communicates a clear and consistent message regarding departmental goals to produce desired results
Makes and executes the necessary decisions to keep property moving forward toward achievement of goals
Monitors and promotes room rates, specials, and promotions at the residence
Monitors expected arrivals and departures
Coordinates and makes preparations for group activities
Runs and reviews critical information contained in Rooms division reports
Operates all department equipment as necessary and reporting malfunctions
Ensures employees have the proper supplies and uniforms
Understands night audit procedures and being able to comprehend and utilize reports as necessary
Understands and complies with loss prevention policies and procedures
Assists in ensuring the property’s crisis management plan is followed as applicable
Analyzes service issues and identifies trends
Works with Rooms division teams to develop an operational strategy that is aligned with the brand’s business strategy and leads its execution
Reviews and audits expenses
Monitors Rooms division sales performance against budget
Reviews reports and financial statements to determine Rooms division performance against budget
Reviews Rooms division occupancy & rate, wages and controllable expenses
Reviews the Wage Progress Report and compares budgeted wages to actual wages, coaching direct reports to address problem areas and holding team accountable for results
Demonstrates and communicates key drivers of guest satisfaction for the brand’s target customer
Delivers excellent customer service throughout the customer experience and encourages the same from other employees
Reviews guest feedback with leadership team and ensures appropriate corrective action is taken
Coordinates and communicates event details both verbally and in writing to the customer and property operations
Creates an atmosphere in the Rooms division that meets or exceeds guest expectations
Responds to and handles guest problems and complaints
Uses personal judgment and expertise to enhance the customer experience
Stays available to solve problems and/or suggest alternatives to previous arrangements
Interacts with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels
Stays visible and interfaces with customers on a regular basis to obtain feedback on quality of product, service levels and overall satisfaction
Works to continually improve customer service by integrating obtained feedback and personal judgment into action plans
Emphasizes guest satisfaction during all departmental meetings and focuses on continuous improvement
Ensures that employees understand expectations and parameters for Room division duties
Facilitates the development of creative solutions to overcome obstacles and ensures implementation to continually improve guest satisfaction results
Interviews applicants as needed
Ensures employees are treated fairly and equitably
Ensures that regular, ongoing communication is happening in the Rooms division (e.g., pre-shift briefings, staff meetings)
Fosters employee commitment to providing excellent service, participates in daily stand-up meetings and models desired service behaviors in all interactions with guests and employees
Incorporates guest satisfaction as a component of staff/operations meetings with an emphasis on generating innovative ways to continually improve results
Sets goals and expectations for direct reports using the performance review process and holds staff accountable for successful performance
Solicits employee feedback, utilizes an “open door policy” and reviews employee engagement results to identify and address employee problems or concerns
Ensures property policies are administered fairly and consistently, disciplinary procedures and documentation are completed according to Standard and Local Operating Procedures (SOPs and LSOPs) and supports the Peer Review Process
Conducts annual performance appraisal with direct reports according to Standard Operating Procedures
Champions change, ensures brand and regional business initiatives are implemented and communicates follow-up actions to team as necessary
Requirements:
2-year degree from an accredited university in Business Administration, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related major
4 years experience in the guest services, front desk, housekeeping, sales and marketing, management operations, or related professional area
OR 4-year bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related major
2 years experience in the guest services, front desk, housekeeping, sales and marketing, management operations, or related professional area
What we offer:
Opportunities for training, development, recognition
A place where you can pursue your passions in a luxury environment with a focus on holistic well-being