Front Desk Supervisor

Hotel; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral Bonus Program

Life Insurance

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Hotel is seeking a Front Desk Supervisor to lead daily front desk operations and ensure a seamless, welcoming guest experience. You will oversee check-in/check-out, billing, and coordinating with housekeeping while upholding brand standards.

The role requires 2–3 years of front desk leadership, strong guest service and teamwork, and proficiency with hotel systems and Microsoft Office. Flexibility for nights, weekends, and holidays is expected.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of front desk supervisory or hotel leadership experience preferred.
• Strong guest service and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead front desk operations to deliver a seamless, welcoming guest experience.
• Oversee daily front office activities and coordinate with housekeeping and other departments.
• Manage check-in/check-out, billing, and cash handling with accuracy.
• Ensure guest folios and system data are accurate; monitor guest feedback for improvement.
• Train, schedule, and coach front desk staff; support performance reviews.

Skills

Guest service

Leadership

Hotel systems

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Benefits

• Referral Bonus Program
• Life Insurance
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Overview

The Front Desk Supervisor is responsible for leading front desk operations to deliver a seamless, welcoming, and efficient guest experience.

This role oversees daily front office activities, team development, guest satisfaction, and coordination with housekeeping and other departments, while upholding brand standards and hotel operational goals.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Create a warm, personalized, and consistent guest experience aligned with brand standards.
• Resolve guest concerns and oversee service recovery efforts.
• Ensure recognition of VIPs, long-stay guests, and rewards members.
• Monitor guest feedback and implement action plans for improvement.
• Manage daily front office operations including check-in, check-out, billing, and cash handling.
• Ensure accuracy of guest folios, reports, and system data.
• Coordinate room assignments and communicate effectively with housekeeping.
• Maintain compliance with safety, security, and operating procedures.
• Train, schedule, and coach front desk team members.
• Lead by example and foster a positive team environment.
• Assist with performance evaluations and corrective actions as needed.
• Support upselling initiatives and revenue management strategies.
• Manage labor scheduling to align with forecasted occupancy.
• Assist with budgeting and cost control initiatives.
• Ensure correct use of hotel systems including PMS, Merlin, and Concerto.
• Support brand audits, quality reviews, and compliance inspections.

Other Duties and Expectations

• Work closely with all departments using crystal clear communication.
• Lead by example; encourage co-workers to always perform at the highest levels.
• Ask for feedback from supervisors and provide feedback as needed; be open and willing to take directions and/or make changes to job performance as needed.
• Engage guests at all opportunities to build a level of comfort between the guest and our property, instilling a “Home Away From Home” comfort during their stay.
• Understand and respond to customer’s needs and ensure a high level of guest satisfaction.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements

• 2–3 years of front desk supervisory or hotel leadership experience preferred.
• Strong guest service and leadership skills.
• Proficiency with hotel systems and Microsoft Office.
• Flexible availability including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to stand and move throughout the shift.
• Lift up to 25 lbs occasionally.
• Handle a fast-paced, guest-focused environment.

Schedule (may vary)

• 8-hour shift
• Afternoon Shift, 3pm-11pm
• Holidays as needed
• Overtime as needed
• Weekend availability
• Overnight availability as needed is a plus