Operations Manager - Front Desk & Bistro (PM)

Courtyard by Marriott; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 59,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Courtyard by Marriott Newark is seeking a Management-level leader to oversee hotel operations across multiple departments, with a focus on guest satisfaction and financial performance. The role involves guiding staff, ensuring standards, and meeting property goals through proactive leadership.

The candidate should bring experience in guest services, front desk, housekeeping, or related areas, along with a relevant degree and strong team leadership.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 4 years in guest services, front desk, housekeeping, or related area.
• 2-year degree in Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or related major with 2 years in guest services, front desk, housekeeping, or related area.

Responsibilities

• Assist in executing hotel operations across departments (Front Office, Business Center, Recreation/Health Club, Housekeeping, F&B/Culinary, Engineering).
• Lead a team to meet property goals and improve guest and employee satisfaction.
• Ensure standards and procedures are followed and communicate goals to staff.
• Manage scheduling and assist with hour/occupied room targets.
• Perform hourly functions as needed to support operations.
• Provide proactive guest service and timely response to guest needs.

Education

High school diploma or GED; 4 years experience in the guest services, front desk, housekeeping, or related professional area

2-year degree from an accredited university in Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or related major; 2 years experience in the guest services, front desk, housekeeping, or related professional area

Job description

Additional Information

Job Number 26095181

Job Category Rooms & Guest Services Operations

Location 600 Routes 1 & 9 S, Newark, New Jersey, United States, 07114 VIEW ON MAP

Schedule Full Time

Located Remotely? N

Position Type Management

Pay Range: $59,000-$76,000 annually

Bonus Eligible: Y

Job Summary

Responsible for assisting in successfully executing all operations in the hotel Operations departments (may include Front Office, Business Center, Recreation/Health Club, Housekeeping, Food and Beverage/Culinary and Engineering/Maintenance) and managing staff. Strives to continually improve guest and employee satisfaction and maximize the financial performance of the department. Ensures that standards and procedures are being followed. Leads specific team while assisting with meeting or exceeding property goals.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

Education And Experience

• High school diploma or GED; 4 years experience in the guest services, front desk, housekeeping, or related professional area.
• 2-year degree from an accredited university in Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or related major; 2 years experience in the guest services, front desk, housekeeping, or related professional area.

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CORE WORK ACTIVITIES

Leading Operations Team

• Ensures that goals are being translated to the team as they relate to guest tracking and productivity.
• Creates and nurtures a property environment that emphasizes motivation, empowerment, teamwork, continuous improvement and a passion for providing service.
• Understands employee and guest satisfaction results and developing game plans to attack need areas and expand on the strengths.
• Ensures that the team has the capabilities to meet expectations.
• Leads by example demonstrating self-confidence, energy and enthusiasm.
• Assists employees in understanding guests’ ever-changing needs and expectations, and exceeding them.

Managing Property Operations Function(s)

• Follows property specific second effort and recovery plan.
• Publishes all guest satisfaction results in a timely fashion including all guest satisfaction forms, comment cards and guest letters.
• Takes proactive approaches when dealing with employee concerns.
• Extends professionalism and courtesy to employees at all times.
• Communicates/updates all goals and results with employees.
• Meets semiannually with staff on a one-to-one basis.
• Assists/teaches the team scheduling against guest and hours/occupied room goals.
• Performs hourly job functions as needed.

Managing And Monitoring Activities That Affect The Guest Experience

• Provides excellent customer service by being readily available/approachable for all guests.
• Takes proactive approaches when dealing with guest concerns.
• Extends professionalism and courtesy to guests at all times.
• Responds timely to customer service department request.
• Ensures all team members meet or exceed all hospitality requirements.

Managing Profitability

• Assists in performing required annual Quality audit with GM & RD.
• Ensures a viable key control program is in place.
• Reviews financial statements, sales and activity reports, and other performance data to measure productivity and goal achievement and to determine areas needing cost reduction and program improvement.

Conducting Human Resources Activities

• Interviews and assists in making hiring decisions.
• Receives hiring recommendations from team supervisors.
• Ensures orientations for new team members are thorough and completed in a timely fashion.

At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.

We’re proud to offer a wide range of benefits designed to support you and your family, enrich your wellbeing, empower your career, and spark new adventures. Benefits eligibility and options may vary depending on employment status, position and location.

At Courtyard, we’re passionate about better serving the needs of travelers everywhere. It’s what inspired us to create the first hotel designed specifically for business travelers, and it’s why the Courtyard experience today empowers our guests, no matter the purpose of their trip. We’re looking for achievers who are passionate about providing a guest experience that goes above and beyond, enjoy being part of a small yet ambitious team, and love learning how to always improve – all while having fun.

In joining Courtyard, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.