Front Desk Supervisor - HIEX
Job in
Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa, 50319, USA
Listed on 2026-08-01
Listing for:
Sherman Associates
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-08-01
Job specializations:
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Hospitality / Hotel / Catering
Hotel Management, Guest Services, Event Management & Planning, Hospitality & Tourism
Job Description & How to Apply Below
- Job Level : Entry Level (less than 2 years)
- Level of Education :
- Job Type : Full-Time/Regular
- Date Updated : 07/29/2026
- Years of Experience : Any
- Starting Date : Invalid Date
- Reports To : General Manager
- FLSA Status : Non-Exempt
The Front Desk Supervisor is responsible for the overall operation of the Front Desk and the seemingly effortless movement of guests through the hotel. This includes the role of resident expert on all required brand standards related to check-in and checkout procedures and the general operations of hotel facilities. Acting as an agent themselves they lead by example and provide support and coaching to the Talent.
Schedule :
We are currently seeking full-time availability to include both weekdays and weekends.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Ensures all guests are welcomed and served in an efficient and courteous manner executing all brand standards during the process
- Assures required Front Desk supplies are readily available to best serve the guest
- Acts as the first management line of contact for all guest complaints or issues
- Ensures all Front Office quality standards are complied with and that policies and procedures are consistently applied
- Assures all financial transactions are completed properly and within the established guidelines of the property
- Responsible for the preparation, upkeep and management of sales throughout the day and at night
- Coordinates hotel operations with other departments in order to facilitate increased levels of communication and guest satisfaction
- "Owning" the desk and desk operations they strive to exceed guest expectations at every opportunity
- Acts as Manager on Duty and supervises operations
- Completes other duties as assigned
Works as a team player and interacts with all internal and external customers in a friendly/efficient manner - All guests must be treated in a manner to ensure their complete satisfaction
- Always strive to exceed guest expectations and meet brand standards
- Communicates effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Practices active listening and responds in a professional and timely manner.
- Team player and interacts with others in a positive, collaborative, and productive manner.
- Asks for, accepts, and acts on feedback.
- Produces required volume of work by planning, organizing, and prioritizing work duties
- Adheres to Sherman Associates attendance policy, grooming and appearance standards, general work rules, and department procedures
- Maintains a clean and safe work environment, follows all procedures for guests and employee incidents and is knowledgeable for hotel emergency procedures
- Attends all required department and hotel meetings
Supervisory Responsibility
- While this position has no direct reports, it is expected to exhibit strong leadership qualities; including, but not limited to mentoring/training of other staff, assisting management in prioritizing and coordination of work duties.
- Supports management in training, coaching, directing staff, and preparing employee reviews.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education & Experience
- 1-2 years of experience in hospitality related environment, with at least 1 years of supervisory experience
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- High School or equivalent education required
Required Skills & Abilities
- Ability to communicate effectively and follow directions in a multi-lingual environment
- Knowledge of computer accounting programs, math skills as well as budgetary analysis capabilities required
- Extensive knowledge of the hotel, services, and facilities
- A passion for the mission, vision, and values of Sherman Associates
- Schedule may vary due to the specific needs of the hotel
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Must be able to stand at a desk for up to 8-hours per day. Walking and standing are required the rest of the working day. Length of time of these tasks may vary from day to day and task to task.
- Must have the ability to move around freely throughout the property and office, and necessity varies from day to day.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- Must be able to lift over 50 lbs, occasionally.
- Requires grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, bending, climbing, listening, and hearing ability and visual acuity.
ADDITIONAL SCREENING REQUIREMENTS
- Must successfully meet criminal background screening requirements for position.
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