Front Desk Manager

Sage Hospitality•Minneapolis, MN

8h•$60,000 - $60,000•Onsite

About The Position

Why us? The AC Minneapolis Downtown is set to hire a full time Front Desk Manager. You will contain a creative spirit that makes this AC Marriott come to life. AC Hotels encompass Spanish roots, European soul and a global mindset. A timelessly modern hotel at an unusually smart value lifestyle brand. The AC Hotel by Marriott Minneapolis is located in downtown Minneapolis at the intersection of 4th and Hennepin across 4th Street from the Minneapolis Public Library. This 9-story, 245-key hotel contains the AC lounge and bar, AC library, media salons, meeting space, boardroom and fitness center. The AC Hotel is also directly connected to the Minneapolis skyway system. Job Overview The Front Desk Manager is responsible for the daily operation of the Front Desk and acts as the main contact for guests and other hotel departments. Ensures an efficient guest registration, check out and telephone service. Ensures front desk agents are completed in accordance to established policies and procedures. Assists in the training and hiring of Front Desk Agents.

Requirements

Education/Formal Training High School diploma or equivalent
Experience Minimum two years previous experience as a front desk supervisor or minimum of four years front office experience in hotel work.
Knowledge/Skills Requires working knowledge of guest services and hotel services, policies or operations.
Must have high school graduate level mathematical aptitude; know standard cash handling procedures and knowledge of computerized cash register systems.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Ability to read written forms of communication and monochrome computer screen.
Excellent comprehension and literacy required to review correspondence, initiate reports, conduct training, etc.
90% of shift is standing, Bending/kneeling - repeated bending and kneeling required while filing, Mobility - must be able to reach all areas of hotel to assist clients.
Occasional standing.
Occasional carrying and lifting of files and office items up to 25 lbs.
Work inside 95%Material/Equipment used. Prolonged standing at indoor, thermostatically climate-controlled workstation.

Responsibilities

Ensure guest arrival and departure procedures are accurately followed in a smooth and timely manner.
Ensures the entire front desk team regularly calculates and/or posts monies, receipts, guest accounts and other forms of credit using accurate, proper cash handling methods and established procedures in order to present the customer with timely and precise hotel charges upon check-out and maintain accurate hotel records.
Control cash transactions at the front desk and maintain complete responsibility for personal bank as specified by hotel bank agreement policy.
Assist and make recommendations to the Assistant General Manager in the areas of conducting performance evaluations, discipline and terminations as appropriate.
Coordinate guest service efforts to include group arrivals and departures, and guest transportation, while maximizing the guest experience through top quality customer service.
Coordinate activities and foster good relations with our valet and taxi services.
Provides information and assists staff in recommending area restaurants, theaters, community events, activities, etc., to ensure optimum guest satisfaction.
Follow-up on any complaints or problems a guest may experience in a timely and professional fashion to ensure a quality guest experience.
Implement emergency training and procedures to ensure appropriate protection of the hotel’s guests, staff and company assets.
Ensure all Front Desk Associate duties are completed daily.

Benefits

Eligible to enroll in medical insurance with employer covering up to 70% of premiums withwellness credit
Eligible to enroll in dental insurance with employer contribution towards premiums & visioninsurance
Eligible to participate in the Company’s 401(k) program with up to 4% employer match, meetingsafe harbor requirements and no vesting period
Eligible to enroll in Health savings accounts with qualifying medical plans and receive up to $1000company contribution
Eligible to enroll in Health, Dependent and Commuter flexible spending accounts
Company paid Basic Life and AD&D insurance coverage, with option to enroll in supplementalcoverage
Eligible to enroll for short-term and long-term disability insurance coverage
Eligible to purchase Pet Insurance, Accidental Insurance, Critical Insurance and Hospital IndemnityInsurance
WINFertility guidance for those enrolled in Sage medical plan
Calm Health Application Subscription
Employee assistance program
Paid time off for vacation, sick time, and holidays
Tuition Reimbursement of up to $2,000 per calendar year
Great discounts on Hotels, Restaurants, and much more
Eligible to participate in the Employee Referral Bonus Program. Up to $1,000 per referral