Front Desk Supervisor

About Us

Join Our Vibrant Team at The Westin Cincinnati! Dive into a workplace that cherishes your contributions and fuels your growth! At The Westin Cincinnati, we're not just a team; we're a legacy. With each of our associates boasting an impressive tenure, we stand proud as a pinnacle of hospitality in the HEI Hotels & Resorts family. Our associates rave about us, and we're eager to show you why!

Thrive in a work environment that rewards your dedication with top-tier compensation, enviable health and welfare benefits, and the work-life balance you've been searching for. Your well-being is our priority, and we make sure it's well taken care of with generous vacation and sick leave policies. Planning for the future? Our robust 401(k) plan comes with substantial company matching contributions, making your golden years shine brighter.

And that's not all — as a respected member of the world's largest hotel company, you'll unlock exclusive access to our vast array of brands with an alluring hotel discount program. At Westin, you're not just choosing a job; you're stepping into a world of opportunities. Ready to rise? We can't wait to welcome you!

Compensation Salary Range: $20.00 - $22.00 Hourly Tipped/Service Charge Eligible? No Discretionary Performance Bonus Eligible? No

Assist the Front Office Manager in managing the Front Office operations to achieve customer satisfaction, quality service and compliance with corporate/franchise policies and procedures while meeting/exceeding financial goals. Ensure that the arrival, departure, and any other guest contact experience are conducted in an efficient and friendly manner.

• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing to provide clear direction to staff.
• Assign and instruct guest service agents in details of work.
• Observes performance and encourages improvement.
• Greet guests immediately with a friendly and sincere welcome.
• Use a positive and clear speaking voice, listen to and understand requests, respond with appropriate actions and provide accurate information such as outlet hours and local attractions.
• Promptly complete the registration process by inputting and retrieving information from a computer system, confirming pertinent information including number of guests and room rate.
• Promote HEI Hotels and Resorts and brand-specific marketing programs.
• Make appropriate selection of rooms based on guest needs.
• Code electronic keys.
• Nonverbally confirm the room number and rate.
• Provide welcome folders containing room keys, certificates, coupons and refreshment center keys as appropriate.
• Close out guest accounts at time of check out.
• Verify and imprint credit cards for authorization using electronic acceptance methods.
• Handle cash, make change and balance an assigned house bank.
• Accept and record vouchers, traveler’s checks and other forms of payment.
• Perform accurate moderately complex arithmetic functions using a calculator.
• Post charges to guest rooms and house accounts using the computer.
• Promptly answer the telephone using positive and clear voice.
• Input messages into the computer.
• Retrieve messages and communicate the content to the guest.
• Retrieve mail, small packages and facsimiles for customers as requested.
• Remain calm and alert, especially during emergency situations and/or heavy hotel activity, serving as a role model for clerks and other associates.
• Resolve customer complications and complaints by conducting thorough research of the situation and determining the most effective solutions.
• Make decisions and take action based on previous experience and good judgment, sometimes revising approach to accommodate unusual situation.
• Authorize revenue allowances to remedy problems only after other alternative solutions have been offered.
• Communicate both verbally and in writing to provide clear direction to staff.
• Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis.
• Perform any other job-related duties as assigned.

• One year experience in customer service in hospitality or similar industry.
• Ability to effectively deal with internal and external customers, some of whom will…