Regent Experience Manager - Regent Santa Monica Beach

IHG Hotels & Resorts; Santa Monica (CA); In loco; USD 54.000 - 58.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Regent Santa Monica Beach, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts, is seeking a Regent Experience Manager to elevate guest relations along the Pacific coastline. You will oversee front desk operations, Concierge teams, and VIP services, ensuring anticipatory service and personalized experiences from pre-arrival to post-departure.

The role requires at least 2 years in guest services leadership, a hospitality degree preferred, and strong communication.

Competenze

• Minimum 2 years in a guest services leadership role in luxury hotels.
• Bachelor's degree in hospitality management preferred.
• Proven track record of delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Able to work irregular hours, weekends and holidays.

Mansioni

• Oversee front desk, Concierge, and VIP services to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Lead and manage Concierge team; liaison with all departments to ensure seamless VIP services.
• Welcome guests on arrival with room introductions and a warm overview of services.
• Act as personal concierge for reservations, activities, transportation, and local recommendations.
• Maintain guest profiles and preferences in Opera/KYC systems for accurate service delivery.
• Monitor guest feedback and KPIs; implement improvements for satisfaction scores.
• Develop training programs to elevate service standards and Regent guest experiences.
• Collaborate with management to ensure Forbes Five-Star standards are met.

Conoscenze

Guest services leadership

Team leadership

Communication

Hospitality software

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in hospitality management

Strumenti

Opera

Descrizione del lavoro

Regent Santa Monica Beach, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ luxury and lifestyle portfolio, presents a new era of indulgence offering 167 opulent guest rooms and suites. Introduced at a generous 720 square feet, rooms feature spa-like and luxurious bathrooms complete with a soaking tub, walk-in rain shower, double vanity and Perricone MD products, alongside thoughtful mementos through distinct Regent hallmarks.

Poised along a coveted coastline overlooking the Pacific Ocean, the resort celebrates the allure of unexpected harmony through contrasts, delivering inspired stays with a seamless blend of timeless elegance and modern luxury. Regent Santa Monica Beach is home to four dining destinations, each offering unique epicurean discoveries. Orla and Orla Bar by James Beard Award-winning chef Michael Mina brings the peerless charm and boundless flavor of the Mediterranean to Southern California, while the poolside Azure Bar presents elevated poolside dining and creative cocktails. Sweet July Café debuts in collaboration with Ayesha Curry with exclusive menu items and a curated selection of beloved coffee and tea beverages. The beachfront oasis also boasts a 10,000 square feet Guerlain Wellness spa, outdoor pool (Azure Pool), The Regent Boutique, and state-of-the-art Fitness Center. The opening of Regent Santa Monica Beach marks a historic return of the brand to Los Angeles and represents the Americas flagship. For more information visit RegentSantaMonicaBeach.com.

Job Summary

As a Regent Experience Manager, you will elevate guest relations. Deliver impeccable, anticipatory service while acting as our established guests’ central property point of contact. This leader shall be accountable for overseeing the front desk, emerald connect and enhancing the overall guest journey from pre-arrival to making a lasting impression post-departure by offering exceptional personalized service and “Enabling Uplifting Experiences.” This will ensure seamless coordination of guest preferences by maximizing satisfaction and acting with thoughtful kindness.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Director of Guest Experience, every day is different, but you will mostly:

• Promote Regent’s service philosophy and style through our people attributes.
• Conduct daily shift briefings.
• Lead and manage a team of Concierge colleagues and serve as liaison for the guest to all departments, and all VIP Services, fostering a culture of excellence and ensuring consistent delivery of exceptional guest experiences.
• Welcome guests upon arrival, providing room escorts, and a warm and friendly introduction to the hotel's services and facilities.
• Act as a personal concierge, assisting guests with reservations, booking activities, arranging transportation, and providing recommendations for local attractions, dining, and entertainment options.
• Serve as a butler for designated guests and VIPs, attending to their every need, including packing and unpacking, garment pressing, shoe shining, and ensuring their accommodation is beautifully presented and well-maintained.
• Implement processes for pre-arrival and post-stay communication with all guests.
• Accurately update the Opera and KYC system for arrivals, departures, preferences, profile notes, traces, and alerts to ensure up-to-date guest information.
• Enter all guest requests and complaints in the KYC system and follow up accordingly.
• Develop and maintain relationships with VIP guests, understanding their preferences and expectations to provide personalized and tailored services.
• Collaborate with various departments to ensure seamless coordination of guest preferences and services, including front desk operations, housekeeping, food and beverage, spa, and transportation.
• Inspect guest rooms to ensure cleanliness and preferences have been elegantly and thoughtfully arranged.
• Oversee the implementation and execution of the hotel's guest recognition program (One Rewards), ensuring it meets the highest standards and provides a unique, memorable experience for our VIP guests.
• Continuously analyze guest feedback and reviews, identifying areas of improvement and implementing strategies to enhance the overall guest experience and satisfaction scores.
• Create and maintain a comprehensive database of guests and VIPs, preferences, and historical information to facilitate proactive guest engagement and personalized offerings.
• Ensure a high level of accuracy and attention to detail when managing guest preferences and maintaining guest history records.
• Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices related to guest experience and VIP services, adapting strategies and practices accordingly.
• Develop and implement training programs according to Regent Santa Monica Beach standards for all colleagues to elevate service standards and foster a culture of exceeding guest expectations.
• Monitor key performance indicators and track progress towards meeting guest satisfaction goals, providing regular reports and analyses to senior management.
• Manage guest complaints and resolution processes, taking ownership of guest concerns and ensuring prompt and satisfactory resolution.
• Collaborate with management to maintain service standards aligned with Forbes Five-Star Standards.
• Other tasks/projects as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a guest services leadership role, preferably in a luxury hotel environment.
• Bachelor's degree in hospitality management or a related field is preferred.
• Proven track record of delivering exceptional guest experiences and achieving high guest satisfaction scores.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a diverse team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with guests, staff, and senior management.
• Detail-oriented with exceptional problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Proficient in guest service software and familiarity with guest satisfaction measurement systems.
• Flexibility to work irregular hours, weekends, and holidays as required.

What you can expect from us

The hourlypay for this role is $39.62. This range is only applicable for jobs to be performed at Regent Santa Monica Beach.

Guests have made grand entrances through the doors of Regent® Hotels & Resorts for nearly half a century. Born in 1970, our collection of modern hotels and resorts are home to stays both serene and sensational. The type of experiences that elevate above the noise and charm for even the most seasoned of travellers. An invitation to life’s most scenic moments. We are the legendary innovative luxury brand, reimagining modern hospitality by sparking fresh perspectives across hand selected hotels and resorts. Regent colleagues are gracious hosts, with emboldened spirit and dynamic as they provide meaningful moments to deliver the greatest of the guest experiences.

Important information

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