Overnight Front Desk Manager

Overnight Front Desk Manager

Division: JW Marriott Houston

Description:

The Overnight Front Desk Manager plays a key role in creating an exceptional first and lasting impression for every guest. This role impacts guest satisfaction, operational efficiency, team engagement, and overall brand reputation.

How You'll Shape the Experience & Future:

• Lead and mentor the front desk team to deliver exceptional guest service at all times
• Oversee daily front desk operations, ensuring smooth check-in/check-out processes
• Handle escalated guest concerns with professionalism and a solutions-first approach
• Implement and maintain efficient procedures to improve guest flow and accuracy in transactions
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure seamless communication and service delivery
• Monitor front desk performance metrics and identify opportunities for improvement
• Manage scheduling, training, and performance evaluations for front desk staff
• Ensure compliance with company policies, service standards, and safety regulations
• Other duties as assigned

Key Strengths for Success:

• Strong leadership with the ability to motivate and coach a service-driven team
• Excellent communication skills to interact effectively with guests, team members, and management
• Calm and solution-oriented approach to resolving guest concerns and operational challenges
• Detail-oriented mindset to ensure accuracy in reservations, billing, and reporting
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment while maintaining professionalism
• Proficiency in front desk systems and technology (PMS knowledge preferred)

Professional

Experience:

• 2+ years in a front desk supervisory role within hospitality or a similar guest service environment
• Proven track record of managing a team, scheduling shifts, and conducting training
• Experience handling escalated guest concerns and ensuring service recovery
• Knowledge of front desk systems, reservation processes, and payment handling procedures
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to oversee daily operations and meet performance goals

Academic Background:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Bachelor's degree in hospitality management, business administration, or a related field preferred
• Additional certifications in customer service, hospitality operations, or leadership are a plus

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision (HSA available)
• Company-paid disability & life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Supplemental benefits
• 401(k) with match
• Employee discounts
• Paid vacation & sick time

Position Requirements:
Successful completion of a background check is required prior to employment.

Category:
Front Office / Front Desk

Location:

JW Marriott Houston 261

Full-Time/Part-Time:
Full-Time

EOE Statement: HM Alpha Hotels & Resorts is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect, the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older) disability, genetic information, family or parental status, military service, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.

HM Alpha Hotels & Resorts will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.