Assistant Front Office Manager

Delta Hotels and Resorts®; Quebec; On-site; CAD 63,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus program

Retirement plan

Exclusive Marriott travel benefits

Job summary

Delta Hotels Quebec is seeking a Front Office Manager to assist in administering front office operations and to supervise staff on a daily basis. The role focuses on efficient check-in/check-out processes, guest satisfaction, and departmental financial performance.

The candidate will work with Bell/Door Staff, Switchboard and Guest Services teams to maintain high service standards and lead by example in delivering exceptional hospitality.

Qualifications

• 2 years experience in guest services, front desk, or related professional area.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities.
• Bilingual French/English is a plus for guest interactions.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Front Office Manager in administering front office functions and supervising staff daily.
• Oversees Bell/Door Staff, Switchboard and Guest Services/Front Desk operations.
• Ensures efficient check-in/check-out processes and guest satisfaction.
• Collaborates with managers to improve departmental performance.
• Leads by example and maintains open relationships with team members.

Skills

Front desk management

Customer service

Staff supervision

Bilingual English/French

Operational leadership

Education

High school diploma or GED

2-year degree in Hospitality/Business

Job description

Additional Information

2 ans d'expérience en réception;Bilinguisme (français et anglais): un atoutProgramme de bonification annuelleRégime de retraite et avantages sociaux compétitifsAvantages voyages exclusifs Marriott

Job Number26143537

Job CategoryRooms & Guest Services Operations

Location690 Boul Rene Levesque Est, Quebec City QC G1R 5A8, Canada

ScheduleFull Time

Located Remotely?N

Position Type Management

Pay Range: $63,000-$76,000 Annuellement

Bonus Eligible: Y

Job Summary

Assists the Front Office Manager in administering front office functions and supervising staff on a daily basis. Front office areas include Bell/Door Staff, Switchboard and Guest Services/Front Desk. Position directs and works with managers and employees to carry out procedures ensuring an efficient check in and check out process. Ensures guest and employee satisfaction and maximizes the financial performance of the department.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

Education And Experience

• High school diploma or GED; 2 years experience in the guest services, front desk, or related professional area.

OR

• 2-year degree from an accredited university in Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or related major; no work experience required.

CORE WORK ACTIVITIES

Supporting Management of Front Desk Team

• Utilizes interpersonal and communication skills to lead, influence, and encourage others; advocates sound financial/business decision making; demonstrates honesty/integrity; leads by example.
• Encourages and builds mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
• Supervises and manages employees. Managing all day-to-day operations. Understanding employee positions well enough to perform duties in employees' absence.
• Ensures employee recognition is taking place on all shifts.
• Establishes and maintains open, collaborative relationships with employees.

Monitoring and Supporting Progress Toward Guest Services and Front Desk Goals

• Manages day-to-day operations, ensuring the quality, standards and meeting the expectations of the customers on a daily basis.
• Develops specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
• Handles complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.
• Strives to improve service performance.
• Collaborates with the Front Office Manager on ways to continually improve departmental service.
• Communicates a clear and consistent message regarding the Front Office goals to produce desired results.
• Participates in the development and implementation of corrective action plans based on review of comment cards and guest satisfaction results.
• Emphasizes guest satisfaction during all departmental meetings and focuses on continuous improvement.

Ensuring Exceptional Customer Service

• Provides services that are above and beyond for customer satisfaction and retention.
• Improves service by communicating and assisting individuals to understand guest needs, providing guidance, feedback, and individual coaching when needed.
• Serves as a role model to demonstrate appropriate behaviors.
• Sets a positive example for guest relations.
• Displays outstanding hospitality skills.
• Empowers employees to provide excellent customer service.
• Interacts with customers on a regular basis to obtain feedback on quality of product, service levels and overall satisfaction.
• Provides feedback to employees based on observation of service behaviors.
• Handles guest problems and complaints effectively.
• Interacts with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.

Managing Projects and Policies

• Implements the customer recognition/service program, communicating and ensuring the process.
• Ensures compliance with all Front Office policies, standards and procedures.
• Monitors adherence to all credit policies and procedures to reduce bad debts and rebates.

Additional Responsibilities

• Provides information to supervisors and co-workers by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
• Analyzes information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
• Informs and/or updates the executives, the peers and the subordinates on relevant information in a timely manner.
• Functions in place of the Front Office Manager in his/her absence.
• Communicates critical information from pre- and post-convention meetings to the Front Office staff.
• Participates in department meetings.

At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated.

Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.

Notification to Applicants: Delta Hotels Quebec takes seriously its obligations under the applicable provincial legislation and will provide accommodations to job applicants needing assistance. If you require an accommodation in relation to this job posting, our online application or an interview, please call 905-366-5227 or email [e-mail] and a member of our Human Resources team will respond to your request. Please note that this phone number and email are only for those individuals who would like to request an accessibility accommodation as part of the recruiting process.

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