Front Desk Supervisor

Hampton Inn Farmington; Farmington (MO); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel in Missouri is seeking a Front Desk Supervisor to manage front desk operations and staff. The role requires strong leadership and communication skills, overseeing guest relations, ensuring a welcoming environment, and handling administrative tasks effectively.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of hospitality experience.
• At least 1 year of supervisory experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and train front desk staff, manage shift schedules.
• Process guest check-ins and handle complaints.
• Ensure lobby cleanliness and manage cash transactions.

Skills

Leadership

Time Management

Organizational Skills

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Windows OS

Spreadsheets

Word Processing

Job description

Job Summary:
We are looking for a Front Desk Supervisor to lead and manage the front desk operations of our hotel. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing a team of front desk staff, greeting guests, addressing guest inquiries and complaints, and ensuring a professional lobby environment. Strong leadership, time management, organizational, and communication skills are essential.

Compensation: $140.00 - $15.00

Key Responsibilities:

• Led and trained front desk staff, and managed shift schedules.
• Process guest check-ins, confirm reservations, assign rooms, and issue room keys.
• Handle confidential guest information with integrity.
• Resolve guest complaints and requests in a friendly, professional manner.
• Ensure the lobby and common areas are clean and welcoming.
• Manage cash drawer contents and transactions during shifts.
• Coordinate with Housekeeping/Maintenance to ensure room readiness.
• Process payments (cash, debit, credit) and check-outs, resolving any charges.
• Generate daily reports (arrivals, departures, special requests) and ensure accuracy.
• Supervise staff performance and complete performance reviews.
• Assist guests with directions and information about the property and local areas.
• Perform administrative duties such as filing and updating records.
• Ensure all front desk activities (bookings, appointments, calls, emails) are handled efficiently.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years of hospitality experience.
• Minimum 2 years of front desk experience.
• At least 1 year of supervisory experience, preferably in hospitality.
• Proficiency in Windows OS and company-approved spreadsheets and word processing.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to handle guest complaints and resolve issues promptly.
• Ability to manage time effectively in high-pressure situations.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Physical Demands:

• Regularly required to walk, stand, and use hands to reach.
• Frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Must be able to lift and move up to 50 pounds occasionally.