Front Desk Supervisor

The Westin Sarasota; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Westin Sarasota is seeking a Front Desk Supervisor to lead the front desk operations and deliver exceptional guest service at our Sarasota, FL hotel. You will supervise staff, ensure seamless check-in/check-out, and coordinate with departments to satisfy guest needs.

Kolter Hospitality emphasizes service excellence and a welcoming environment, with a focus on timely, accurate reporting and safety compliance. This role is full-time and on-site.

Qualifications

• Previous hotel Front Desk experience.
• Experience overseeing/directing a team is a plus.
• Able to work most weekends and holidays.
• Report to work on time and in proper uniform.
• Knowledge and/or ability to operate a computer.

Responsibilities

• Supervise front desk operations during assigned shift.
• Ensure front desk staff is familiar with hotel products and services.
• Handle all guest issues in a courteous and efficient manner ensuring problem resolution is satisfactory.
• Assist guests with check in and check out processes.
• Ensure company policies are adhered to, relating to financial record keeping, money handling and licensing including timely and accurate reporting of financial information.
• Ensure daily arrival of VIP’s, special request rooms, long stay guest rooms are pre-blocked in advance.
• Communicate with other departments to coordinate and follow up on all guest and room information.
• Report any items in need of repair.
• Follow all safety procedures while working.

Skills

Front desk operations

Team leadership

Guest service

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: The Westin Sarasota - Sarasota, FL 34236, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $18.00 - $18.00 Hourly, Travel Percentage: None, Job Shift: Any, Job Category: Hospitality - Hotel, Overview: A Kolter Hospitality Front Desk Supervisor delivers service excellence to our guest by encouraging a comfortable and welcoming environment that promotes quality service and guest satisfaction. This position is responsible for managing the front desk operations for the hotel.

Performance Expectations

• Supervise front desk operations during assigned shift.
• Ensure front desk staff is familiar with hotel products and services.
• Handle all guest issues in a courteous and efficient manner ensuring problem resolution is satisfactory.
• Assist guests with check in and check out processes.
• Ensure company policies are adhered to, relating to financial record keeping, money handling and licensing including timely and accurate reporting of financial information.
• Ensure daily arrival of VIP’s, special request rooms, long stay guest rooms are pre-blocked in advance.
• Communicate with other departments to coordinate and follow up on all guest and room information.
• Report any items in need of repair.
• Follow all safety procedures while working.

Behavioral Expectations

• Be effective and innovative in handling and solving problems in the workplace.
• Remain positive and helpful while working in a fast-paced environment.
• Committed to the success and growth of the company.
• Act honorably, even when no one is watching.
• Eagerness to grow and/or develop within the company
• Passionately provide personalized guest service

Equal Opportunity Employer

M/F/Veteran/Disability

Drug Free Workplace

Kolter Hospitality Participates in E-Verify

Qualifications: General Requirements

• Able to work most weekends and holidays.
• Report to work on time and in proper uniform.
• Knowledge and/or ability to operate a computer.
• Experience: Previous hotel Front Desk experience. Experience overseeing/directing a team a plus.
• Education: None

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand/walk for up to 8 hours.
• Occasional lifting, pushing and pulling.

Kolter Hospitality is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This description is a summary of primary responsibilities and qualifications. The job description is not intended to include all duties or qualifications that may be required now or in the future. Kolter Hospitality is a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment drug test and background check required.