Front Office Director - Sheraton Detroit Metro Airport

Front Office Director

The Front Office Director directs and controls operation of the front office and coordinates activities to obtain optimal room occupancy, revenue and guest satisfaction. The Front Office Manager oversees all activities in the front office to ensure high guest service standards are met, as well as accuracy in all phases of the operation.

What you will be doing:

• Ensure proper staffing levels of front office associates, including interviewing, hiring, supervising, training and scheduling front desk agents, front office supervisors, guest service aides/bell staff, concierge staff and PBX operators.
• Have complete understanding of Front Office staff's job descriptions and duties and be able to perform duties at any given time.
• Manage guest resolution process to include investigation of situation and creative problem solving to ensure guest is satisfied with outcome.
• Accurately manage and operate the MICROS system at the front office, including all daily transactions and those which are not performed often.
• Communicate with Housekeeping and Engineering Departments regarding guest rooms, requests and maintenance requests/needs.
• Assist the General Manager by handling special requests, group blocking and unusual circumstances.
• Guide occupancy for maximum yield management of the hotel.
• Greet and communicate cordially with guests, promptly and professionally checking them in and out of the hotel.
• Accurately manage cash handling, including receiving cash, checks and credit card information from guests for payment of hotel charges and making change correctly.
• Perform other duties as assigned

What we are looking for:

• High work ethic, self-initiative, independent judgment
• Proven customer service and problem solving experience
• Regular attendance according to established guidelines
• May be required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the property
• Focus and maintain attention to tasks, and complete work assignments on time despite frequent interruptions
• Ability to maintain excellent relationships with staff and maintain staff and guest confidentiality at all times

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work in a standard office environment.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. (6-8 hours a day)
• Occasional standing and walking throughout the workday.
• Frequent fine motor skills, use of hands and fingers for keyboarding/typing, utilizing a mouse or trackpad, writing, and operating office equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Occasionally required to stand, walk, bend, reach, or carry items.
• Ability to lift and/or move 10–25 pounds as needed (e.g., files, office supplies).
• Visual ability to read from a computer screen and printed materials including close visual focus for extended periods and color differentiation (for certain roles).
• Ability to hear and participate in conversations and meetings, use phone and/or headset
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.