Front Office Manager-Rooms-Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel

The Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage (Multiple Tiers)

Dental & Vision Coverage

Teledoc Service

Pet Insurance

Hotel Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

401K Match

Job summary

Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel in Philadelphia, PA, seeks a Front Office Manager to ensure exceptional guest service, lead front office staff, and manage budgeting and HR for the department.

The role requires leadership, cash handling, English fluency, and strong communication skills; you will train staff, drive service standards, and ensure compliance with employment laws while delivering a guest-centric experience.

Qualifications

• Two years prior departmental management experience in front office or related disciplines.
• College level reasoning, math, and language skills.
• Time management and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage and lead each discipline of the department independently.
• Ability to manage according to employment and Innkeeper laws of the jurisdiction.
• Prior cash handling experience necessary.
• Ability to communicate effectively with the public and other employees.
• Read, write and speak English fluently.
• Computer experience required.

Responsibilities

• Show commitment to customer service by soliciting and responding promptly to guest needs.
• Train all Front Office staff, including new hires, to meet standards.
• Empower staff to deliver exceptional customer service and meet budgeted profit.
• Prepare annual departmental budget reflecting hotel operations plan.
• Manage HR functions including recruiting, orientation, training, coaching, performance reviews, and recognition.
• Maintain a skilled and motivated Front Office workforce.

Skills

Leadership

Time management

Negotiation

Public communication

Cash handling

English fluency

Reading/writing

Computer literacy

Tools

Computer systems

Hotel PMS familiarity

Job description

Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel is a premier hotel located in the vibrant University City neighborhood of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, offering an exciting and dynamic work environment. As a job applicant, joining the team at Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel means being part of a renowned Marriott brand known for its contemporary style, exceptional service, and prime location near prestigious universities and cultural attractions. The hotel offers a range of employment opportunities, from guest services to food and beverage, providing a diverse and enriching career path. Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel is committed to creating a guest-centric work culture that values teamwork, innovation, and outstanding guest experiences. Employees can expect to work in a bustling and diverse environment, where they can showcase their skills, grow their career, and be part of a team that delivers exceptional service to guests from all over the world. Joining the team at Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel presents a unique opportunity to be part of a dynamic hotel that is at the heart of Philadelphia's vibrant hospitality scene.

Overview

The Front Office Manager must demonstrate a commitment to customer service by soliciting and responding promptly to guest needs. Ensure all members of the Front Office staff, including new hires, are trained to meet standards of each component. Empower staff to deliver exceptional customer service, meeting or exceeding budgeted profit and margin of the department. Prepare annual departmental budget that accurately reflects the hotel's operations plan. Manage human resources functions including recruiting, selection, orientation, training, coaching, performance reviews, recognition programs, maintain a skilled and motivated workforce.

Qualifications

• College level reasoning, math, and language skills.
• Two years prior departmental management experience in front office or related disciplines.
• Time management and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage and lead each discipline of the department independently.
• Ability to manage according to employment and Innkeeper laws of the jurisdiction.
• Prior cash handling experience necessary.
• Ability to communicate effectively with the public and other employees.
• Read, write and speak English fluently.
• Computer experience required.
• No employee will pose a direct threat to the health/safety of self or others.

Benefits

Davidson Hospitality Group is an award-winning, full-service hospitality management company overseeing hotels, restaurants, dining and entertainment venues across the US. A trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners' mentality that provides the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company. In keeping with the company's heritage of delivering value, Davidson is comprised of four highly specialized operating verticals: Davidson Hotels, Pivot, Davidson Resorts and Davidson Restaurant Group.

In keeping with the company's heritage of delivering value to its owners and team members, Davidson offers a rich benefit program with a variety of benefits designed to enrich the lives and well-being of our team members and their families.

• Multiple Tiers of Medical Coverage
• Dental & Vision Coverage
• 24/7 Teledoc service
• Free Maintenance Medications
• Pet Insurance
• Hotel Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement, and Holidays).
• 401K Match

Working at Davidson is like nowhere else. It's less of a job, more of a calling. It's part career, part revolution. Because whatever you do here, you play a part in helping redefine the way quality hospitality is delivered to our guests, our clients, our partners, and each other.

EOE AA- Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation

Davidson Hospitality is a drug free workplace. Pre-employment drug test and background check required. We participate in E-Verify.