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Front Office Supervisor

Saguaro Palm Springs

Front Office Supervisor

Palm Springs, CA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    About our Brand

    That colorful hotel in the desert, The Saguaro is a good time. It’s not that complicated. There’s plenty of sunshine, a buzzing pool scene and lots of local flavor.

    We are seeking a dynamic Front Office Supervisor to join our team. A successful candidate will have a genuine passion for the hospitality industry and an entrepreneurial spirit.

    Responsibilities

    Must be courteous and gracious, maintaining a professional demeanor at all times

    Establish and maintain good communications and teamwork with fellow colleagues and other departments within the hotel

    Adhere to all standards of operations, policies and procedures, manuals, memos and verbal instructions

    Inspects all areas of responsibility in the Rooms Division

    Ensure all staff is properly trained on systems, security and cash handling procedures and service standards (check-in/ check-out standards) and have the tools and equipment needed to effectively carry out their job functions

    Ensure staff understands their job expectations before holding them accountable

    Resolve customer complaints (in person, by phone or through written message) from all areas of the hotel, handling all guest interactions with the highest level of hospitality and professionalism, accommodating special requests whenever possible

    Assist customers in all inquiries in connection with hotel services, hours of operations, key hotel personnel, in-house events, directions, etc.

    Respond to all guest requests, in person and by phone, in an accurate and timely manner

    Work closely with Reservations, Sales and the Front Office to maximize rate, occupancy and total revenue

    Manage day-to-day operations and assignments of the front office staff; schedule, plan, and assign work.

    Assist in the development and communication of departmental strategies, goals, policies and procedures

    Monitor front office staff to ensure guests receive prompt, professional attention and personal recognition and ensure guests are greeted upon arrival

    Implement and enforce appropriate service recovery guidelines in order to ensure total guest satisfaction

    Schedule and regularly conduct routine inspections of the front office and public areas to ensure the appearance of such areas reflects highly on the hotel, brand, and Company and develop action plans to correct any deficiencies

    Analyze guest satisfaction data and develop and assist in plans to achieve established goals related to guest satisfaction scores, front desk activities, guest loyalty

    Maintain procedures for security of monies, credit and financial transactions, and guest security and check billing instructions and guest credit for compliance with hotel credit policies

    Assist in managing hotel revenue generation and maximization through full utilization of company systems, business processes and specifications

    Core Competencies

    High School diploma or general education degree (GED)

    Two (2) years related experience in the hospitality industry preferred

    Strong communication skills

    Collaborative spirit

    Ethical Conduct

    Computer Proficiency: Microsoft Office, Opera PMS

    Positive Attitude

    Eye for Detail

    Problem solving abilities

    Compensation & Benefits

    We offer competitive wages and benefits while fostering a diverse and inclusive work experience.

    We thrive in being a diverse work environment. Consideration for employment will be based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.