Director Of Front Office

Arlo Hotels; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent lifestyle hotel in New York is seeking a dynamic Director of Front Office. This influential role requires a passionate leader to manage front desk operations, deliver outstanding service, and lead a team to create memorable guest experiences while achieving financial targets.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years in a Management Position.
• Fire and Life Safety Director Certification required within first six months.
• Any combination of education and experience providing required skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the Front Office Department and manages bell staff.
• Conducts pre-shift meetings and ensures service standards.
• Maximizes room sales and manages same day rooms inventory.

Skills

Hospitality

Customer Service

Effective Communication

Team Motivation

Education

Hospitality Diploma or Degree

Tools

Opera

PBX

Job description

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION:

Arlo Hotels an independent lifestyle hotel is now actively seeking a dynamic Director of Front Office. Are you someone whoispassionateaboutpeople,drivenby purpose, andcleverin your approach? If so keep on reading!! Here atArlowe strive to create a sense of awe that leaves those we touch wanting more”…..

This position is responsible for the daily operation of the front desk and liaising with any area impacting guest service. Plans, directs and coordinates activities to ensure exceptional service is achieved. Provides operational support, distributes information, trains, motivates and recognizes team members. Exercises independent judgment and initiative in the course of carrying out overall responsibilities.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND AUTHORITIES:

• Always treats guests with courtesy and respect in a variety of situations.
• Displays honesty & integrity.
• Oversees the Front Office Department - Bell Person, Lobby Hosts and Assistant Front Office Managers.
• Conducts pre-shift meetings.
• Communicates effectively to staff using tools such as development reviews, training, departmental orientation and monthly departmental meetings.
• Motivates and develops team members.
• Maximizes room sales, room revenue and profit.
• Delivers outstanding service and creates memorable experiences.
  
  
  

SPECIFIC DUTIES

• Leads and supervises the operational activities of the front office team within hotel guidelines to provide the highest standard of courteous service while permitting acceptable profit margins.
• Embraces and effectively lives Arlo Core values and culture.
• Assigns, coordinates, and supervises work activities of Lobby Hosts/Bellmen.
• Trains, mentors and develops Lobby Hosts & Bell Persons. Prepares team member schedules, completes payroll, and monitors labor costs by reviewing daily schedule vs. occupancy and daily operational demands.
• Ensures work is completed to include shift closings, room deposits, refunds and rebates. All necessary paperwork is completed.
• Conducts Annual Performance Reviews with reporting team members.
• Responds immediately to all emergency situations, completes necessary incident reports, and follows up with guests and staff.
• Communicates effectively to staff using tools such as: pre-shift briefings, orientation, activities, short take training and developmental reviews.
• Manages same day rooms inventory and rate yielding.
• Takes personal responsibility for correcting service problems and creates memorable guest experiences.
• Completes other duties as assigned by the Director of Operations.
  
  
  

REQUIREMENTS:

Education:

Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge

for successful performance would be qualifying. Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:

• Hospitality Diploma or Degree Preferred
• Minimum 2 - 3 years in a Management Position
  
  
  

Knowledge:

• Hospitality or Customer Service
• Opera & PBX experience.
  
  
  

Special Requirements:

• Fire and Life Safety Director Certification required within first six (6) months of employment.
  
  
  

Rate of Pay:

• $90,000 to $100,000 Annual Salary