Front Office Supervisor ($21/hr) - The Watermark Hotel

B. F. Saul Company Hospitality Group; Tysons (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Program

Paid Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Discounted Room Rates for Team Members

Job summary

B. F. Saul Company Hospitality Group in Tysons, VA is seeking a Front Office Supervisor to anticipate guest needs and lead the shifts with exceptional service.

You will handle check-ins/outs, reservations, and guest requests, while ensuring high standards, safety, and cost controls. This role involves maximizing room revenue through upselling and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Guest service experience is required with strong communication and guest-relations skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly with guests and colleagues and to respond promptly to inquiries.
• Experience contributing as a team player and supporting other departments as needed.

Responsibilities

• Process check-ins and check-outs, verify billing, and assist guests with reservations and requests.
• Provide knowledge of hotel services, local attractions, and hours of operation to guests.
• Help maximize room revenue through upselling and adherence to revenue strategies.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area and follow hotel procedures and safety requirements.

Skills

Guest service

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

B. F. Saul Company Hospitality Group is a subsidiary of the largest private real estate company in the Washington, D.C. area, and has been in operation for over 130 years. The Hospitality Group operates a portfolio of more than 20 business class hotels with top brands from Intercontinental Hotel Groups, Marriott International, Hilton, and Best Western Hotels: along with The Watermark Hotel, The Hay-Adams Hotel, and Perch Putt. These properties are operated by a team of more than 1,000 enthusiastic hospitality professionals!

The Watermark Hotel is a new all-suite hotel located in Capital One Center, featuring 300 luxury residential suites with lavish, upscale furnishings, abundant space to unwind, and a hospitality team dedicated to setting a new definition of luxury. The Watermark indulges guests with a thoughtfully curated stay that delights and surprises even the most discerning traveler. Thoughtfully designed to enhance your visit to Tysons, Virginia, the hotel offers convenient access to the Capital One offices, Capital One Hall, the McLean station along the metro’s Silver Line, and more. Culinary experiences include locally-sourced breakfast at The Aviary, or craft cocktails paired with chef-driven dishes at one of the area’s hottest new restaurants, Wren. The hotel is connected directly to The Perch, an urban rooftop green space perfect for enjoying art, relaxation, or time with friends or colleagues.

The Front Office Supervisor is responsible for anticipating guest needs, exceeding expectations, implementing creative solutions to provide exceptional service and successfully leading the team throughout the shift. This position is responsible for processing check-ins/outs, and assisting guests with reservations and requests in a friendly, professional and timely manner, while following B. F. Saul Company Hospitality Group high standards of quality to ensure guest satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Guest Service: Anticipates and responds to guests in a friendly and positive manner. Responsible for providing the highest level of service. Process check-ins and check-outs, verify billing, create reservations, and process special requests. Assists guests by having knowledge of hotel property, local attractions, and hours of operation of hotel outlets and services. Works as a team player in meeting guests needs, and actively contributes to the efforts of other departments when necessary. Understands and follows B. F. Saul Company Hospitality Group guest service recovery program.
• Financial Results and Cost Control: Follows proper selling techniques and ensures strategies are utilized to maximize room revenues. Monitors room availability, follows restrictions, and all booking policies and procedures. Drives sales and maximizes revenue by up-selling rooms and amenities. B. F. Saul Company Hospitality Group procedures when handling cash and processing financial transactions. Responsible for proper use of all equipment and adheres to cost controls to reduce expenses and waste.
• Self/Workload Management: Produces required volume of work by planning, organizing and prioritizing work duties. Adheres to B. F. Saul Company Hospitality Group general work rules and department procedures. Attends all required department and hotel meetings.
• Safety/Risk Management: Maintains a clean and safe work area in compliance with B. F. Saul Company Hospitality Group, brand, local, state and federal regulations. Follows all B. F. Saul Company Hospitality Group procedures for guest/team member incidents. Knowledgeable of hotel emergency procedures.

Required Skills And Experience

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1+ years prior guest service experience required preferably in a hospitality setting. Excellent verbal communication skills needed. Attention to detail, customer focused and the ability to perform job duties in a fast paced environment.
• Ability to lift, push and pull up to 75 pounds on an occasional basis.

EEO AA M/F/Vet/Disabled

Benefits

• Well-Being Benefits
• Health Insurance
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Long Term Planning:
• 401(k) Retirement Program
• Paid Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Team Member Programs:
• Our Big 3 Mission Statement Leaders of the Month/Year
• Annual Performance Appraisals and Wage Increase Opportunities
• Annual Team Member Banquets
• Annual Team Member Engagement Survey
• Discounted Room Rates for Team Members, Family and Friends
• Weekly Payroll

The actual base pay offered is determined by several variables, including, as appropriate, the applicant's qualifications for the position, years of relevant experience, distinctive skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held. Base pay is one component of B. F. Saul Company & Affiliates total compensation package, which also includes access to or eligibility for healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, bonus plans and more.

B. F. Saul Company Hospitality Group is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to pursuing and hiring diverse professionals.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled