Job Description
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
The key responsibilities of the Front Office Manager include, but are not limited to:
Lead and direct the Front Office team to ensure the smooth operation of the Front Office functions while ensuring the highest level of guest satisfaction
Assists with check-ins / check-outs and other front desk duties when necessary; ensures that the front office team provides quality service to all hotel guests while following both the hotel’s policies and Wyndham brand standards
Ensure proper staff levels of the front desk including scheduling, vacation planning, recruitment and training of new staff
Ongoing training, coaching, mentorship, and acknowledgement of front office staff as well as discipline if needed.
Respond to any guests’ concerns, both written and orally in a professional manner. Assist the GM with online review responses
Works with online resellers and travel agents to ensure pre arrival requests are addressed, reconciliations, chargebacks, and billing disputes
Assist GM with corporate sales by sourcing and cultivating new clients, as well as maintaining existing corporate client base
Assist the GM with group bookings from initial quote/information call, to booking, contracting, billing and arrival/departure processes.
Ensure the front desk is stocked with all needed supplies and order as necessary
Assist GM with inventory control and recording
Holds regular quarterly department meetings to ensure proper communication with all shifts
Maintains strong communications with both housekeeping and maintenance department heads to ensure proper overall hotel operations as well as attending to guests special needs and requests
Works with all departments to ensure the safety and security of both staff and guests in both emergency situations and day-to-day operations.
Performs other related duties and special projects as assigned.
Ideal Candidate:
Candidate must have a minimum of 3 – 5 years of front office experience and hotel sales experience. Preference will be given to those with hotel management / hotel sales experience
Must have strong communication skills, both verbal and written
Must be able to work in fast fast-paced environment and be able to multitask
Must have strong computer skills and be confident in Microsoft office. Knowledge of Opera Cloud and reseller extranets is a definite asset.
Must be punctual and reliable, able to work weekends and holidays as needed, able to work flexible hours
Strong decision-making skills and ability to ensure guest privacy and safety.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40,000.00-$45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Extended health care
On-site gym
On-site parking
Store discount
Vision care
Application question(s):
Do you have previous Hotel Management Experience?
Work Location: In person
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Hotel Front Office and Sales Manager position is now open for candidates interested in the Hotel Jobs sector. This role in New York City offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Hotel Jobs is a plus.
