Rooms Operation Manager

Sonesta International Hotels; Hilton Head Island (SC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

HSA with Company Match

401k with Company Match

Paid Vacation

Sick Days

Sonesta Discounts

Educational Assistance

Parental Leave

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Perks and Discounts

Hospital Indemnity

Critical Illness Insurance

Accident Insurance

Job summary

Sonesta International Hotels is seeking a Rooms Operation Manager to oversee Front Desk and Housekeeping, ensuring seamless coordination, exceptional guest service, and compliance with brand standards.

This role emphasizes high-quality guest experiences, operational efficiency, and collaboration across departments to drive hotel performance. 2–4+ years in relevant hotel leadership required, with flexibility for weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• 2–4+ years of hotel front desk or housekeeping leadership.
• Strong guest service and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lead teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with PMS systems (Opera) and hotel operations.
• Flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily Front Desk and Housekeeping operations.
• Ensure rooms are cleaned and ready in a timely manner.
• Coordinate cross-department communication to drive room readiness.
• Lead guest service and handle service recovery.
• Supervise and train staff; manage scheduling.
• Audit readiness and enforce brand standards.
• Monitor labor costs and productivity; support upselling at the Front Desk.

Skills

Hotel operations leadership

PMS systems (Opera)

Guest service excellence

Tools

Opera PMS

Job description

We're Sonesta International Hotels.

The 8th largest hotel company in the U.S.-and growing fast.

We're Sonesta International Hotels.

The 8th largest hotel company in the U.S.-and growing fast.

An epic blend of full-service and focused hotels in major cities, Sonesta's uniquely diverse portfolio of owned, managed, and franchised properties makes us everywhere you want to be. Driven by the human side of hospitality, we deliver service with passion, loyalty with purpose, and experiences that truly connect.

Together We Thrive

- bringing quality, value, and amazing hospitality to every guest, every stay, across 1000+ properties in eight countries and counting.

Job Description Summary

The Rooms Operation Manager is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Front Desk and Housekeeping departments, ensuring seamless coordination, exceptional guest service, and adherence to brand standards. This role focuses on delivering a high-quality guest experience while maintaining operational efficiency and supporting overall hotel performance.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

Operations Oversight

• Manage daily operations of Front Desk and Housekeeping
• Ensure rooms are cleaned, inspected, and available in a timely manner
• Coordinate closely between departments to drive room readiness and minimize delays
• Monitor occupancy, arrivals/departures, and special requests

Guest Experience

• Lead the team in delivering exceptional, personalized guest service
• Handle guest concerns and service recovery professionally and promptly
• Ensure strong arrival and departure experiences for all guests
• Monitor guest feedback and implement improvements

Team Leadership

• Supervise, coach, and support Front Desk and Housekeeping team members
• Assist with scheduling to align with occupancy and business levels
• Train staff on service standards, procedures, and systems
• Promote a positive, team-oriented work environment

Quality Assurance

• Conduct regular room and public space inspections
• Ensure cleanliness, presentation, and maintenance standards are met
• Enforce brand standards and operational procedures
• Support audit readiness (brand, QA, AAA inspections)

Financial & Productivity Focus

• Assist in managing labor costs and departmental expenses
• Monitor productivity levels and staffing efficiency
• Support upselling initiatives and revenue opportunities at the Front Desk

Communication

• Lead or participate in daily stand-up meetings
• Communicate effectively with Engineering, F&B, and other departments
• Ensure clear shift-to-shift communication and follow-through

Qualifications:

• 2-4+ years of hotel experience, preferably in Front Desk or Housekeeping leadership
• Strong guest service and problem-solving skills
• Ability to lead teams in a fast-paced environment
• Familiarity with PMS systems (e.g., Opera) and hotel operations
• Flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

• Guest Satisfaction Scores (GSS / Reviews)
• Room Readiness / On-Time Check-In Performance
• Cleanliness & Inspection Scores
• Labor Productivity
• Service Recovery Effectiveness
• Act as "Manager on duty" as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Additional Job Information/Anticipated

Pay Range

Salary Range: $50K - $60K

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account with Company Match
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Paid Vacation and Sick Days
• Sonesta Hotel Discounts
• Educational Assistance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Company Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Various Employee Perks and Discounts
• Hospital Indemnity
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance

Sonesta is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.