Front Desk Supervisor

Tharaldson Hospitality • Kansas City, KS

5h • Onsite

About The Position

The Front Desk Supervisor coordinates the front office activities of the hotel and provides support to the General Manager. This role involves supervising front desk staff, performing Guest Service Agent functions, and assisting with various hotel operations including scheduling, record-keeping, sales, and marketing efforts. The supervisor also acts on behalf of the General Manager in their absence and assists in staff meetings.

Requirements

• Ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
• 0 – 1+ year of customer service experience.
• Passionate about hospitality and creating an exceptional guest experience.
• Ability to handle confidential information, including guest records, with a high degree of integrity.
• Ability to answer and route calls as appropriate; takes guest messages with accuracy.
• One-year certificate from college or technical school; or 6 months to 1 year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination or education and experience.
• Open Availability.

Responsibilities

• Directly supervises or assists in the supervisory function of front desk staff consisting of 1-5 employees.
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.
• Interviewing, hiring, and training employees.
• Planning, assigning and directing work.
• Appraising performance.
• Rewarding and disciplining employees.
• Addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Performs functions of Guest Service Agent as scheduled by Management.
• Provides training, including safety training, to front office staff as directed by Management.
• Assists in the selection of Guest Service Agents.
• Assists in scheduling front desk personnel within budget guidelines to assure adequate staffing.
• Maintains accurate records including cash flow sheet, direct bill accounts, credit card payments, registration cards, and reservation cards.
• Corresponds with group and travel agents to answer special requests for rooms and rates.
• Assists with sales and marketing efforts as directed.
• Assigns duties to Guest Service Agents and observes performance to ensure adherence to franchise standards, hotel policies, and established operating procedures.
• Answers inquiries pertaining to hotel policies and services.
• Performs functions of the General Manager in their absence.
• Assists General Manager in conducting staff meetings.
• All other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Career advancement opportunities
• Employee discounts
• Competitive pay
• Daily Pay
• Flexible work schedule
• Comprehensive benefits for you and your family including (medical, vision, dental, 401k, Profit Sharing)
• Paid vacation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees