Front Office Manager

VH Lisle • Chicago, IL

58d • Onsite

About The Position

Oversee the daily operations of the Front Desk Department. Ensure that front desk and communications meet hotel standards for maximum guest satisfaction. Act as the main contact for guests.

Requirements

• Must be able to read and write to facilitate the communication process.
• Requires good communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Extensive knowledge of the hotel, its services and facilities.
• Must have excellent customer relations skills and leadership capability.
• Must be detail oriented with outstanding organizational and communication skills.
• Must have excellent leadership capability and customer relations skills.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to spend extended lengths of time viewing a computer screen.

Responsibilities

• Ensure efficient guest registration, check out and telephone service.
• Observe front desk agents and ensure that established procedures are completed in accordance with policy and procedure, i.e., proper public relations techniques are utilized, guests are handled both courteously and professionally, proper identification and credit are established and all posting, cash transactions, account settlements and deposits are handled correctly.
• Observe front desk and telephone attendants and ensure that their duties are completed in accordance with established policy and procedure, i.e., proper public relations techniques are utilized, calls are handled both courteously and professionally, calls are answered on a timely basis and the proper greetings are used, messages and faxes are handled correctly and efficiently, guest complaints and problems are handled in a courteous and professional manner, and ensure follow through.
• Direct and train front desk staff and operators.
• Assist in new-hire and on-going training.
• Direct and assist front desk staff and telecommunications in organizing breaks, ensuring that all work is completed efficiently and according to schedule.
• Arrive at workplace on time in full uniform prepared with tools and all equipment needed for service.
• Review current day’s expected arrivals and check all VIP and special request reservations to ensure that they are pre-registered, blocked properly and other departments are notified of room assignment.
• Review the daily room availability and inform staff.
• Check status of departures on a daily basis.
• Relay all pertinent information to front desk agents, telecommunications, the following shift supervisor, and the Front Office Manager.
• Ensure all necessary reports and form are completed daily.
• Assist Guest Relations
• Any other duties as assigned by the Director of Front Office.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off (vacation, sick time, holidays)
• Six paid company holidays and one floating holiday
• 401(k) with company match (up to 4%)
• Life and disability insurance
• Employee assistance programs
• Employee discounts (hotel and travel discounts)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed