Guest Services Manager

RiseMe; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Uniforms provided with dry cleaning

On-site parking

Complimentary meals for team

Volunteer opportunities

Job summary

Loews Kansas City Hotel is seeking an experienced Assistant Front Office Manager to lead the guest services team with confidence and care, ensuring every interaction reflects Loews’ commitment to excellence.

You will balance operational precision with a warm, welcoming approach, supervising front desk operations and guiding staff to deliver seamless experiences while maintaining service standards and financial controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or relevant work experience required.
• Minimum of two years guest service experience in hotel hospitality preferred.
• Minimum one-year guest service leadership role preferred.
• Experience with Opera Property Management System preferred.
• Knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis in a hotel setting preferred.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the Front Office team, ensuring smooth and efficient service delivery.
• Lead and mentor team members to maintain high performance, morale, and adherence to Loews service standards.
• Manage payroll processes, including scheduling, timecard edits, and approval of time-off requests.
• Monitor guest feedback and implement strategies to enhance satisfaction and loyalty.
• Coordinate room allocations and collaborate with housekeeping to meet guest preferences.
• Develop and deliver training programs to support team growth and operational excellence.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external inquiries.
• Conduct audits and maintain accurate financial records, including payment processing and performance reporting.
• Partner with leadership on initiatives to promote hotel services and improve operational efficiency.
• Respond to emergencies with professionalism, ensuring guest and team safety.
• Regular attendance in conformance with standards.
• May be required to work varying schedules to reflect business needs.
• Required to attend all mandatory training sessions and meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Empathetic leader

Guest-centric

Clear communication

Organized multitasker

Solutions-oriented

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or relevant work experience

Tools

Opera PMS

Job description

Loews Kansas City Hotel offers opportunities at an 800-room hotel connected to the Kansas City Convention Center. Team members support 60,000 square feet of event space, dining outlets, an indoor lap pool and a prime downtown location near Power & Light, T-Mobile Center and the Streetcar.

Who We Are

Founded in 1960, Loews Hotels & Co operates iconic hotels and resorts across the U.S. Together, our diverse and welcoming teams craft exceptional experiences in iconic destinations.

Growth and belonging start here

you’ll be valued for who you are and the goals you have. Whether your next career chapter involves making memories for guests or supporting our properties in our Corporate Office, every role—from Guest Services to Finance, Culinary to IT—offers opportunities to grow and make a meaningful impact.

Creating a Team Member experience where you belong no matter what age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status that makes you, you is a daily focus for us.

What We Offer

• Competitive health & wellness benefits, 401(k) & company match
• Paid Sick Days, Vacation, and Holidays, Paid Bereavement, Paid Pet Bereavement
• Training & Development opportunities, career growth
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Pet Insurance
• Team Member Hotel Rates, other discounts, perks and more
• Uniforms provided with dry cleaning at no cost
• On-site parking
• Complimentary meals in Team Member Café while working
• Community volunteer opportunities
• Benefits are subject to eligibility and may vary by position

What We’re Looking For

An experienced and dynamic Assistant Front Office Manager who will lead the guest services team with confidence and care, ensuring every interaction reflects Loews Hotels’ commitment to excellence. As the face of our front desk operations, you’ll champion service standards, inspire your team, and create seamless experiences that leave lasting impressions. In this role, you’ll balance operational precision with a warm, welcoming approach that makes every guest feel valued.

Who You Are

• Empathetic Leader: You inspire and motivate your team, fostering a culture of collaboration and positivity
• Guest-Centric Professional: You anticipate needs and deliver personalized experiences that exceed expectations
• Clear Communicator: You engage with guests and colleagues with confidence, clarity, and professionalism
• Solutions-Oriented Thinker: You thrive under pressure, resolving challenges with creativity and sound judgment
• Organized Multitasker: You manage priorities effectively in a fast-paced environment without compromising quality
• Veterans and military spouses are encouraged to apply

What You’ll Do

• Oversee daily operations of the Front Office team, ensuring smooth and efficient service delivery
• Lead and mentor team members to maintain high performance, morale, and adherence to Loews service standards
• Manage payroll processes, including scheduling, timecard edits, and approval of time-off requests
• Monitor guest feedback and implement strategies to enhance satisfaction and loyalty
• Coordinate room allocations and collaborate with housekeeping to meet guest preferences
• Develop and deliver training programs to support team growth and operational excellence
• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external inquiries.
• Conduct audits and maintain accurate financial records, including payment processing and performance reporting
• Partner with leadership on initiatives to promote hotel services and improve operational efficiency
• Respond to emergencies with professionalism, ensuring guest and team safety
• Regular attendance in conformance with standards
• May be required to work varying schedules to reflect business needs
• Required to attend all mandatory training sessions and meetings
• Perform other duties as assigne

Your Qualifications Include

• Bachelor’s Degree or relevant work experience required
• Minimum of two years guest service experience in hotel hospitality preferred
• Minimum one-year guest service leadership role preferred
• Experience with previous Property Management System, preferred Opera System
• Knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis in a hotel setting preferred
• Ability to stand for long periods of time required

Who You’ll Supervise

• Front Desk Team
• Guest Services Team