A hotel management company in Greenbelt, MD, seeks a Front Office Manager to oversee staffing and operations at the front desk. The successful candidate will manage front office associates, ensure efficient guest check-in and check-out, and coordinate with housekeeping and engineering. Strong experience in hotel operations and familiarity with the MICROS system is essential for this role, which is pivotal in providing top-notch guest services.
Qualifications
Experience in staff management and training in a hotel or hospitality setting.
Proficiency with MICROS system for managing front office operations.
Excellent communication skills for guest interaction and coordination with departments.
Responsibilities
Ensure proper staffing levels of front office associates.
Manage and operate the MICROS system at the front office.
Communicate with Housekeeping and Engineering Departments regarding guest needs.
Job description
Ensure proper staffing levels of front office associates, including interviewing, hiring, supervising, training and scheduling front desk agents, front office supervisors, guest service aides/bell staff, concierge staff and PBX operators.
Have complete understanding of Front Office staff's roles and duties and be able to perform duties at any given time.
Accurately manage and operate the MICROS system at the front office, including all daily transactions and those which are not performed often.
Accurately check AM and PM discrepancy reports.
Communicate with Housekeeping and Engineering Departments regarding guest rooms, requests and maintenance requests/needs. Efficiently process guest requests to the appropriate departments
Greet and communicate cordially with guests, promptly and professionally checking them in and out of the hotel, answering questions, and assisting guests with needs.