Front Desk Supervisor - Courtyard Bethlehem

Meyer Jabara Hotels•Bethlehem, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Meyer Jabara Hotels has distinguished itself as an employer of choice, attracting innovative and talented industry professionals who deliver exceptional results. Our Associates are encouraged to reach their fullest potential by delivering a differentiated experience to our guests and an exceptional bottom-line. Do you have the J Quality? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qAGd0FhBqJs&feature=youtu.be What's Your JQ? MJ Hotels Want to Know. - YouTube www.youtube.com At Meyer Jabara Hotels, our mission is to honor, host and create memorable moments that celebrate life. We do this by creating an environment whereby all ass... The Courtyard by Marriott Bethlehem is seeking to hire a fun energetic associates to fill the position of Full Time Front Desk Supervisor. With our smooth check-ins, we build an experience that is memorable and unique. With our check-outs, we make transactions feel like part of that same seamless experience. Our arrival and departure associates take the initiative to deliver a wide range of services that guide guests through their entire stay. They are empowered to move about their space and do what needs to be done. Whether processing operational needs, addressing guest requests, completing reports, or sharing the highlights of the local area, the Front Desk Agents know how to create and maintain the framework for the most memorable and unique guest experiences. No matter what position you are in, there are a few things that are critical to success – creating a safe work place, following company policies and procedures, maintaining confidentiality, protecting company assets, upholding quality standards, and ensuring your uniform, personal appearance, and communications are professional. The Front Office Supervisor will be on their feet and moving around (stand, sit, or walk for an extended time) and taking a hands-on approach to work (move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 10 pounds without assistance). Doing all these things well (and other reasonable job duties as requested) is critical for front-of-the-house associates – to get it right for our guests and our business each and every time. The successful Courtyard by Marriott Bethlehem Front Office Supervisor is an innovator, always challenging the status quo; they are relentless explorers, constantly seeking out the latest and greatest in innovations to improve the guest experience; and they are relationship builders, continually nurturing and expanding their partnerships with fellow associates and local networks. This position is responsible for assisting in the overall management and operation of the front-of-house departments of the hotel. This scope includes arrival, departure, night audit, Navigators, bell staff, shuttle operations and valet parking. Uses leadership skills to drive Guest Service Scores, revenue, maximize profit and ensure quality. Applicant must effectively manage assigned associates to ensure achievement of overall financial results, guest satisfaction scores, morale and positive associate relations.

Requirements

Customer service and cash handling experience is required
Must have schedule flexibility for both AM/PM, weekends and holidays
Requires proficiency in English speaking, reading and writing.
Must be able to multi-task
Ability to learn quickly and work in a fast-paced position with guest interaction
A true desire to lead, satisfy and support the needs of others in a fast-paced environment
High school diploma or equivalent required
Ability to lift, pull, and push moderate weight (minimum of 50 lbs.)
Must possess basic computer skills, i.e., Microsoft Word and Excel, Internet Explorer, etc.
Must have a sense of humor
Must be self-confident

Nice To Haves

Mandarin/Spanish skills a plus

Responsibilities

Act with integrity, honesty and knowledge that promote the culture, values and philosophy of Meyer Jabara Hotels and the Renaissance brand.
Display dignity and respect of others at all times.
Assist associates & guests with check-in and check-out processes (verifying registration, address and credit information, balancing your bank, posting charges).
Go above and beyond to provide assistance: i.e., assist with luggage, coffee, directions, wake-up calls, future reservations, etc.
Courteously and efficiently provide information for associates, guest and visitor inquiries; coordinate all guest requests for special arrangement of services; inform guests of hotel services, features and room amenities.
When necessary, answer hotel telephones courteously and efficiently following Renaissance brand standards.
Follow Marriott operational policies and procedures, including those for cash and credit card handling, safety and security and all other policies, procedures and standards to ensure we can consistently exceed the guests’ expectations.
Assists and responds to associates & guests in a friendly and positive fashion, while providing the highest level of service to the guest.
Addresses associates & guest needs and concerns in a proactive and effective manner.
Sets a strong example for other associates through exemplary guest service.
Works with sales team to ensure needs of negotiated accounts and groups are met in an organized and effective fashion.
Communicates the needs of clients to appropriate hotel staff.
Comfortable in taking sales calls or performing walking tours when necessary.
The Front Office Supervisor encourages Front Desk Agents to pass on leads and referrals to the Sales Team.
Works with the Front Desk Manager to identify potential obstacles that would prevent exemplary service.
Uses available tools and knowledge to suggest ideas to maximize guest satisfaction scores.
Communicates results from guest satisfaction surveys with hotel team and addresses needs and trends that have been identified from the survey results.
Works with hotel team to maintain guest satisfaction scores that are within the range determined by the annual Performance Agreement.
Manages loyalty program benefits and redemptions, loyalty point awards, service recovery expenses, etc.
Responsible for effective labor management of assigned departments through appropriate scheduling and monitoring of payroll.
Adjusts expenditures according to fluctuating business needs in a timely manner.
Responsible for assisting with the ongoing training and development of all front and back-of-the-house hotel associates and maintaining all necessary training records.
Ensures that the new-hire-training process effectively prepares our new team members for their positions.
Analyzes current training programs and adjusts as needed.
Implements brand training initiatives in a timely manner.
Utilizes training resources effectively and ensures all training requirements are met.
Responsible for effectively coaching and developing front-of-the-house hotel associates.
Participates in preparation and implementation of 90-day and annual employee reviews in a timely manner.
Addresses performance issues accordingly and takes appropriate corrective action to hold employees accountable.
Motivates hotel staff by setting goals, providing ongoing feedback and rewarding/recognizing employees.
Effectively addresses areas for improvement determined by annual Associate Opinion Survey and communicates results from the survey to the hotel staff in a timely manner.
Prepares annual Performance Agreement & Learning Plan, Monthly Action Plans and consistently executes plans to achieve department/hotel goals.
Provides measurable results with success and learning documentation.
Participates in monthly Safety Committee Meetings.
Assists in conducting routine inspections of the hotel operation/building to maintain standards of the Marriott Brand, local, state and federal regulations.
Ensures a clean and safe work environment.
Understands the importance of handling all guest and employee accidents/incidents in a timely and effective manner while following MJ Hotels policy.
Completes MJ Hotels incident reports and follows up within appropriate time frame.
Assists in promoting corporate safety programs and initiatives.
Monitors Room inventory, accuracy of rate quotes, market segment PMS coding and room upgrades to maximize revenues/profitability.
Applies strategic planning sellout “Best Practices” consistently to grow REVPAR.
Monitors and contributes to Front Desk usage of Guest Planning Screen, ensuring all arrivals are Marked Reviewed.
Ensure all deposits are taken prior to arrival, and routing is set up correctly.
Keep Front Desk up-to-date with in-house groups.
Brand Standard Audit participation and compliance.