Supervisor Front Desk | The Maven Hotel

Sage Hospitality Group; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Sage Hospitality Group in Denver seeks a Front Desk Supervisor to lead the front office team, handle guest inquiries, and ensure smooth operation and exceptional service. You will oversee check-ins/outs, cash handling, and guest accounting while coaching staff to maintain high standards.

The role requires strong communication, customer service, and supervisory skills, with attention to detail in a fast-paced hospitality environment.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent experience.
• 1+ year of employment experience in a related position.
• Understanding of hotel front office procedures.
• Knowledge of cash handling procedures and basic math.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the front desk operations to ensure high-quality service.
• Train and coach front desk team members.
• Resolve customer issues and guest concerns promptly and professionally.
• Execute check-in/check-out procedures and manage guest accounts.
• Maintain accurate cash handling and record-keeping.
• Promote hotel services and upsell room nights where appropriate.

Skills

Front desk supervision

Customer service

Supervisory skills

Cash handling

Computer literacy

Communication skills

Education

High school education

Tools

POS system

Cash register

Job description

Why us?

The Maven is a unique 172-key hotel located in the heart of Dairy Block of LODO. Our lobby eliminates traditional boundaries, creating a connection between The Alley and hotel, becoming an inviting space to both Denver locals and hotel guests. We appreciate attention to detail, have a healthy respect for craft, and celebrate local creatives with a rotating collection of art and handmade products.

As part of Sage Hospitality Group, we passionately strive to be the best and create excellence in everything we do. We believe in enriching lives one experience at a time. More than a slogan, we empower our employees to make positive impacts on the communities in which we live and work. By providing genuine service we build relationships with our guests and value for our shareholders, and we create unforgettable experiences.

We are looking for independent thinkers. Those who harness their entrepreneurial spirit so that it breaks preconceived notions. We’re not afraid to forge our own path. After all, it’s what industry leaders do. That’s why we welcome risk takers and creative spirits alike. No matter your daily role, Sage recognizes that your success is about more than the work you do—it’s really about who you are, which is why we invest in your personal and professional growth. We hope you consider joining us!

Requisition will be open until September 30th, or until filled.

Job Overview

Supervises front office staff ensuring an efficient operation producing excellent results for our customers. Responds in a professional and courteous manner to arriving, departing and in-house guests by providing accurate and timely information and services. Responds to telephone and in‑person inquiries regarding reservations, hotel information and guest concerns.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the operations of the front desk to ensure an optimal level of service and hospitality is provided to the guests.
• Train, direct the work of, resolve issues/problems and coach and counsel the front desk team members to ensure a quality operation.
• Resolve customer issues, complaints, problems in a quick, efficient manner to maintain a high level of customer satisfaction and quality service.
• Completes established check‑in procedures for arriving guests and facilitates guest departure in order to close the guest account and make the room available for the next guest.
• Regularly calculates and/or posts monies, receipts, guest accounts and other forms of credit using accurate, proper cash handling methods and established procedures in order to present the customer with timely and precise hotel charges upon check‑out and maintain accurate hotel records.
• Courteously and accurately answers inquiries from potential guests and accepts hotel reservations. Uses suggestive selling techniques to sell room nights, increase occupancy and revenue.
• Maintains good customer relations by keeping abreast of all in‑house and area functions in order to answer questions and concerns with timely and knowledgeable responses in person and on telephone.
• Operates the PBX equipment, including, assisting outgoing calls, scheduling and setting wake‑up calls and paging guests.
• Controls cash transactions at the front desk and maintains complete responsibility for personal bank as specified by hotel bank agreement policy.
• Maintains a friendly, cheerful and courteous demeanor at all times.
• Performs other duties as assigned, requested or deemed necessary by management.

Qualifications

Education/Formal Training

High school education or equivalent experience.

Experience

1 or more full years employment experience in a related position with this company or other organization(s).

Knowledge/Skills

• Requires understanding of all hotel front office procedures.
• Requires high school graduate level mathematical aptitude and knowledge of standard cash handling procedures and computerized cash register systems.
• Must have past experience in dealing directly with the public and acquired general knowledge of basic customer service skills.
• Requires knowledge of company/hotel policies and procedures and the ability to determine course of action based on these guidelines.
• Requires supervision/management skills.
• Ability to communicate information and hotel services to management and guests. Second language may be required.
• Must be able to operate computer, calculator and telephone keyboards, for cash handling and paperwork processing.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to communicate in person and on telephone frequently.
• Ability to read written communiqués, analyzing reports and seeing monochrome computer screen.
• Excellent speech communication skills required for continual interaction with guests. Frequent use of phone.
• Excellent literacy necessary to analyze report data, prepare reports and initiate correspondence.
• Continuous standing 90% of time -communicating with guests.
• No climbing required. No driving required.
• Lifting up to 50 lbs. guest luggage; limited. Pushing up to 50 lbs. bell cart; limited. Pulling up to 50 lbs. bell cart; limited. Carrying up to 25 lbs. guest luggage; limited.
• Continuous standing -80% of shift.

Environment

Prolonged standing at indoor, thermostatically climate‑controlled work station under florescent lighting. Work inside 95%

Benefits

Check out our amazing benefits!

• Eligible to enroll in medical insurance with employer covering up to 70% of premiums with wellness credit
• Eligible to enroll in dental insurance with employer contribution towards premiums & vision insurance
• Eligible to participate in the Company’s 401(k) program with up to 4% employer match, meeting safe harbor requirements and no vesting period
• Eligible to enroll in Health savings accounts with qualifying medical plans and receive up to $1000 company contribution
• Eligible to enroll in Health, Dependent and Commuter flexible spending accounts
• Company paid Basic Life and AD&D insurance coverage, with option to enroll in supplemental coverage
• Eligible to enroll for short‑term and long‑term disability insurance coverage
• Eligible to purchase Pet Insurance, Accidental Insurance, Critical Insurance and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• WINFertility guidance for those enrolled in Sage medical plan
• Calm Health Application Subscription
• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off for vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement of up to $2,000 per calendar year
• Great discounts on Hotels, Restaurants, and much more
• Eligible to participate in the Employee Referral Bonus Program. Up to $1,000 per referral

Salary

USD $22.50 - USD $22.50 /Hr.