Assistant Front Office Manager

Job Description

Reporting to the Front Office Manager, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:

• Assist the Front Office Manager in all aspects of the department and ensure service standards are followed
• Provides managerial support for Reception, Royal Service, Fairmont Gold and Guest Services in the daily operational duties for these areas
• Consistently offer professional, friendly and engaging service
• Ensure proper staffing and scheduling of all Front Office colleagues in accordance to productivity guidelines
• Communicate through pre-shift logs, emails and departmental meetings all pertinent information for the respective shift and areas of operation
• Train supervisors and fulfill training role in the absence of the trainer
• Assist guests regarding hotel facilities in an informative and helpful way
• Follow department policies, procedures and service standards
• Follow all safety policies
• Other duties as assigned

• Paid time off
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, 401K
• Complimentary shift meal
• Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide
• Learning programs through our Academies and Educational Assistance for further development
• Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world!
• Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities, like Sustainability Committee

• Passion for guest service
• Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal and leadership skills
• Highly organized, results-oriented with the ability to be flexible and work well under pressure
• Degree or Diploma in Hospitality Management is an asset
• Fluency in English
• Minimum of 1 year previous proven supervisory experience
• Must have the ability to handle a multitude of tasks and Guest requests
• Knowledge of Micros-Fidelio Property Management System an asset
• Should possess or seek certification in basic first aid
• Strong guest service orientation and training skills background required
• Ability to work independently and prioritize responsibilities
• Experience with a Hotel loyalty program an asset
• Computer proficiency in a Windows environment (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Fairmont Austin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. EOE/M/F/D/V