Guest Services Manager

1 Hotels; Hanalei (HI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

1 Hotels in Hanalei, Hawaii, seeks a Front Services Manager to lead their Valet and Front Office team, ensuring a premium guest experience. The ideal candidate will have a background in hotel operations, demonstrating both leadership and guest service skills.

This role involves managing daily operations, supervising the front services team, and maintaining high standards of service. A Bachelor’s degree and relevant supervisory experience in a luxury hotel environment are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in a Front Office/ Valet supervisory role.
• Ability to read and understand technical procedures and general business periodicals.
• Ability to effectively communicate and present information.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Valet and Front Office team and enhance guest experience.
• Manage daily operations and ensure smooth functioning of front services.
• Handle guest inquiries and provide solutions to their requests.

Skills

Hotel operations expertise

Guest service orientation

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree (B.A.)

Job description

## Front Services ManagerApplylocations: 1 Hotel Hanalei Baytime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 2 Days Agojob requisition id: JR104852Grow with us...Life at Starwood Hotels is based on a simple idea: the world is beautiful and we want to keep it that way. But we can’t do it alone. That’s why hiring thoughtful and inspiring Team Members and Leaders who understand that our people, collaboration, stellar service, and respect for nature are so important to us.As a luxury lifestyle hotel brand inspired by nature, we cultivate the best of eco-conscious design and sustainable architecture, together with extraordinary comfort and an unrivaled level of service. We are inspired by a simple idea: those that travel the world also care about it.The Valet and Front Office team are the heart of every single one of our hotels. It’s the team who first greets guests when they step onto property at 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay, attends to their every request, and introduces them to the brand. Supervising that team is a big job, because it requires a diverse range of skills, from analytical thinking and problem solving to self-assuredness and an ability to get along with everyone. Not to mention an almost instinctive desire to enhance the stay of every single guest. About you...* Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university; or one to two years related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.* Passionate about hotel operations and guest service with a minimum of 2 years' experience working in a Front Office/ Valet supervisory role, preferably within an upper upscale or luxury hotel environment.* Ability to read and interpret general business periodicals, technical procedures, or government regulations.* Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.* Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.* Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.* Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.* While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and talk or hear.* The employee is frequently required to walk; sit; and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls.* The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.* Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and color vision.* While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in outside weather conditions.* The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.PREFERRED:* Prior experience in a quality luxury hotel or similar industry.* Knowledge of hotel structure and interaction between departments.* Prior experience with HMS**About us...**As a mission-driven company, our purpose is our true north, and our compass guides the way. The purpose we live by impacts the lives of our team members, drives the experiences for our guests, builds community with like-minded travelers and takes care of the planet we live in. Founded in 2006 by Barry Sternlicht, Starwood Hotels is a luxury hotel brand management company and affiliate of global private investment firm Starwood Capital Group.$85,000-100,000 annually + incentive bonusStarwood Hotels is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe in a diverse, sustainable workforce with an empowered, inclusive culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis covered under applicable law. If you require any special accommodations, please visit People Operations.Life at Starwood Hotels is based on a simple idea: the world is brimming with natural beauty, vivid splendor, and heartwarming whimsy—and we want to keep it that way. Our mission is to inspire others to do the same while crafting unique and evolved luxury experiences.We seek next-level talent with lots of heart and plenty of hustle, individuals who love to be of service, obsess over details, honor nature, aren’t afraid to ask questions, have the confidence to share new ideas and the respect to listen to diverse worldviews. We care about who you are, how you treat others and what fires you up. Read on to learn more about our new opportunities, open now