Front Office Manager

Ensure guest service standards of the guest arrival, departure, and any other guest contact experience are met through optimal training, staffing, and supervision of labor, efficient management of operating supplies, and proactive monitoring of guest service scores and comments.

Responsibilities

Ensure guest service standards of the guest arrival, departure, and any other guest contact experience are met through optimal training, staffing, and supervision of labor, efficient management of operating supplies, and proactive monitoring of guest service scores and comments; Ensure efficient guest registration, checkout, guest service, and telephone service, while ensuring all brand standards are being applied; Implement company and franchise programs; Prepare forecasts and reports and assist in the development of the room's budget; Monitor and maintain the front office systems and equipment to ensure their optimum performance; Track guest satisfaction surveys and maximize usage of the guest response tracking system; Develop and implement controls for expense management and utilize labor management tools to schedule and control labor costs; Interview, hire, train, develop, resolve problems, provide open communication, and recommend discipline and/or termination when appropriate of staff members; Ensure timely completion of performance appraisals; Communicate both verbally and in writing to provide clear direction to staff; Interact positively with customers and take action to resolve problems to maintain a high level of customer satisfaction and quality; Ensure compliance of front office, guest service, and PBX standard operating procedures and policies; Coordinate activities with other hotel departments to facilitate increased communication and guest satisfaction; Assist in the daily maintenance of room inventory status to achieve optimal levels of revenues; Resolve customer complaints and anticipate potential problems by reviewing and monitoring complaints, operational issues, business flow and associate performance; Develop strong relations with the sales team to discuss and implement sales strategies to continually improve occupancy levels and revenues; Regular attendance in conformance with the standards is essential; Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis; Perform any other job-related duties as assigned

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years Front Desk experience, preferably in leadership role; Proficient with PMS system; Advanced knowledge of brand's reward program; Able to handle cash and credit transactions; Computer literacy and financial management a must; Able to effectively deal with internal and external customers, some of whom will require high level of patience, tact and diplomacy to defuse anger and collect accurate information and resolve conflicts; General knowledge of local area attractions and transportation; Able to observe and detect signs of emergency situations and remain calm and alert during emergency situations and/or heavy hotel activity, serving as a role model for clerks and other associates; Working knowledge of federal, state and local laws governing equal employment opportunity and civil rights, occupational safety and health, wage and hour issues and labor relations; Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and customers; Able to make sound business decisions and take action quickly based on previous experience and good judgment; Knowledge of hotel operations, including marketing plans, security and safety programs, personnel and labor relations, preparation of business plans, repairs, maintenance, budget forecasting, quality assurance programs, hospitality law, and long-range planning; Effective verbal and written communication skills; Ability to adapt communication style to suit different audiences

Benefits

Competitive Medical and Dental programs through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield; Vision insurance through EyeMed; Vacation, Sick and Holiday programs; Pet insurance through the ASPCA; Supplemental, Spousal and Child Life insurance; Short and Long-Term Disability plans; 401(k) Savings Plan with matching funds; 'YouDecide' discount program; Hotel Room Discount program; Free parking; Complimentary hot buffet meals during breaks