Front Desk Assistant Manager OEM

Kissel Uptown Oakland; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kissel Uptown Oakland in Oakland, CA, managed under Evolution Hospitality within Aimbridge Hospitality, seeks a Front Desk Assistant Manager OEM to join the team. You will work with the Front Desk Manager to ensure warm welcomes, efficient service, and smooth front office operations.

The role focuses on driving occupancy and revenue, leading a front desk crew, and resolving guest concerns with calm, quick thinking. A 2-year degree with 3+ years, or 4-year degree with 1+ year is required.

Qualifications

• 2-year college degree with 3+ years of related experience, or a 4-year college degree with at least 1 year of related experience.
• 3-5 years of progressive experience in a hotel or related field, preferably with supervisory experience.
• Effective in handling stressful, high-pressure situations while maintaining composure and objectivity.
• Compliance with certification requirements may include Food Handlers, Alcohol Awareness, CPR, and First Aid.

Responsibilities

• Service with a Smile: you deliver top-notch service that makes guests and team members feel at home.
• Lead the Way: you motivate, coach, and guide the front desk crew to high standards and smooth operations.
• Problem-Solving Powerhouse: you spot issues and handle guest concerns calmly and quickly.
• Master of the Details: you manage room revenue, stay organized, and keep systems running efficiently.

Skills

Service with a Smile

Lead the Way

Problem-Solving Powerhouse

Master of the Details

Education

2-year college degree with 3+ years experience; or 4-year degree with 1+ year experience

3-5 years hotel experience with supervisory exposure

Certifications: Food Handlers, Alcohol Awareness, CPR, First Aid

Job description

Join Our Team as a Front Desk Assistant Manager!

At Aimbridge Hospitality, we’re all about creating unforgettable guest experiences—and as our Front Desk Assistant Manager OEM, you’ll be right at the heart of it. Working side-by-side with the Front Desk Manager, you’ll help keep the front office running smoothly, making sure every guest is greeted with warmth, efficiency, and a touch of hospitality magic. You’ll help drive room revenue, boost occupancy, and lead the team in delivering service that guests rave about. If you’re a customer service rockstar with a knack for solving problems and keeping things organized, we’d love to have you on our team!

This position is an overtime eligible manager (OEM), overtime does apply and is calculated accordingly.

KEY SKILLS/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Service with a Smile: You’re the friendly face guests and team members count on. Whether it’s a warm welcome or a helpful hand, you deliver top-notch service that makes people feel right at home.
• Lead the Way: You motivate, coach, and guide the front desk crew like a pro—keeping standards high, operations smooth, and the vibe positive.
• Problem-Solving Powerhouse: You spot issues before they become problems and handle guest concerns with calm, quick thinking. Smooth operations? That’s your specialty.
• Master of the Details: From managing room revenue to keeping your look sharp and systems running, you’ve got the financial smarts, organizational skills, and tech know-how to keep everything on point.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• 2-year college degree with 3 or more years of related experience, or a 4-year college degree with at least 1 year of related experience.
• 3- 5 years of progressive experience in a hotel or related field, preferably with supervisory experience.
• Effective in handling stressful, high-pressure situations while maintaining composure and objectivity.
• Compliance with certification requirements may include Food Handlers, Alcohol Awareness, CPR, and First Aid.

After an initial waiting period, those hired into full time positions are eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes the following:

• Now offering Daily Pay!
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Income
• Term Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k Retirement Plan

Property Information UNCOVER TIMELESS LUXURY IN UPTOWN OAKLAND To us, Oakland means innovation, adventure, and restless creativity. At Kissel Uptown Oakland, stay in the core of the city’s most vibrant district, Uptown, the center of an eclectic arts and entertainment scene. Our story and this hotel honor the city’s past by celebrating a thriving Oakland of the present. This restored and reimagined building embraces the neighborhood’s history and spirit with grand Beaux-Arts architecture—towering columns, locally-commissioned artworks, bold décor, and plentiful natural light. Here, guests are steps away from entertainment, shopping, dining and gathering spaces for the city’s ardent innovators, artists, and mavericks. We’re adjacent to the diverse restaurants and venues at The Hive, and a short walk from Art Deco landmarks like the Fox Theater. About Evolution Hospitality As the dedicated lifestyle vertical at Aimbridge, Evolution Hospitality creates distinct lifestyle experiences and drives performance throughout our curated collection of independent, luxury, boutique, lifestyle, and soft brand hotels, as well as restaurants, bars, and lounges throughout North America. At Evolution Hospitality, our focus on equal parts culture and results is what determines who makes the cut to be a part of this talented group, both at the corporate office and in the field. Honesty and humility are just as important as intellect and ability, and each member of the team embraces the challenge of becoming a better human being, both personally and professionally, as part of the package. And it’s this magical combination of brilliant, caring individuals that makes Evolution Hospitality the world‑class operation it is today.

Application deadline for Colorado positions:

Source: Hospitality Online