Front Desk Manager

Position Description

Opportunity:
Front Desk Manager

Manage front desk operations to ensure staff meets company operational standards while providing the highest level of guest service.

• Oversee all front office operations in the absence of the Assistant General Manager.
• Remain an active participant at the front desk, including checking in/out guests, preparing bills and handling guest requests.
• Resolve guest complaints and concerns by conducting thorough research of the situation and determining the most effective solutions.
• Respond to brand Guest Alerts for resolution as needed.
• Be aware of guest satisfaction scores and work toward increasing departmental and overall guest satisfaction.
• Participate in lobby ambassador and other activities related to interacting with guests on an individual level. Thus creating a relationship and culture that will result in repeat stays.
• Assist in hotel food and beverage when needed, where applicable.
• Assist in monitoring of front office financial operations and ensure front office compliance with accounting controls and procedures.
• Assist in development, implementation and monitoring of daily, weekly, monthly, and annual department-wide budgets and forecasts.
• Review correspondence from guests and incident logs; direct staff according to information obtained.
• Review all brand correspondence for updates to procedures and standards and ensure all is communicated to the staff.
• Ensure front office supplies and merchandise for the gift shop and or market are fully stocked, and inventory is maintained.
• Work with the Sales office to ensure group resumes and group rooming lists are inputted and maintained.
• Monitor occupancy of guest room space to ensure most efficient use and minimize overbooking.
• Practice safe work habits, wear protective safety equipment and followMSDS and OSHA standards.
• Perform other duties as requested by management.

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 1 to 3 years hospitality related experience, including front desk operations experience.

• Work schedule varies and may include working on holidays and weekends and alternate shifts.
• Requires standing for extended periods, walking, pushing, lifting up to 25 pounds, bending and reaching, stooping, kneeling, or crouching.

USD $75,000.00/Yr.

USD $85,000.00/Yr.