Winter Seasonal Front Desk Manager

Highgate Hotels L.P.; Mount Crested Butte (CO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

EDUCATION/Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Highgate Hotels seeks a Front Office Manager for a seasonal assignment in Colorado. You will oversee front desk operations, ensure top-tier guest service, manage reservations, and coordinate with Housekeeping to support smooth hotel performance.

The role requires strong communication, multitasking, and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on accuracy, courtesy, and professional presentation during all guest interactions.

Qualifications

• College course work in related field helpful.
• Experience in a hotel or a related field preferred.
• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Computer experience required.
• Customer Services experience preferred.
• Must be able to communicate both verbally and in writing with all levels of staff and guests.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily Front Desk operations and ensure consistent guest service standards.
• Resolve guest concerns and service recovery situations professionally and promptly.
• Maintain knowledge of hotel rates, promotions, groups, VIPs, and restricted dates.
• Train, coach, and support Front Desk associates on systems and procedures.
• Coordinate with Housekeeping and other departments to support hotel operations.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Multitasking

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

College coursework in related field helpful

Tools

Computer experience

Job description

Compensation Type

Yearly

Highgate Hotels

Highgate is a leading real estate investment and hospitality management company widely recognized as an innovator in the industry. Highgate is the dominant player in major U.S. gateway cities including New York, Boston, Miami, San Francisco and Honolulu, with a growing Caribbean and Latin America footprint. The hospitality forward company provides expert guidance through all stages of the property cycle, from planning and development through recapitalization or disposition. Highgate has a proven record of developing its diverse portfolio of bespoke lifestyle hotel brands, legacy brands, and independent hotels and resorts with contemporary programming and digital acumen. The company utilizes industry-leading revenue management tools that efficiently identify and predict evolving market dynamics to drive outperformance and maximize asset value. With an executive team consisting of some of the most experienced hotel management leaders, the company is a trusted partner for top ownership groups and major hotel brands. Highgate maintains corporate offices in New York, Chicago, Dallas, London, Miami, and Seattle. www.highgate.com.

Location

Overview

The Front Office Manager is responsible for providing attentive, courteous and efficient service to all guests during check-in, throughout their stay, and at checkout, while maximizing room revenue and occupancy.

This is a seasonal role - November 2026 through April 2027

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily Front Desk operations and ensure consistent guest service standards.

• Resolve guest concerns and service recovery situations in a timely, professional manner.

• Ensure compliance with cash handling, credit, reservation, and Front Office procedures.

• Maintain knowledge of hotel rates, promotions, groups, VIPs, and restricted dates.

• Train, coach, and support Front Desk associates on systems, procedures, and service expectations.

• Oversee check-in/check-out processes and ensure accurate completion of shift reports and documentation.

• Coordinate with Housekeeping and other departments to support efficient hotel operations.

• Monitor Front Desk systems, promotions, loyalty programs, and departmental performance goals.

• Assist with scheduling, staffing coverage, and labor management based on business needs.

• Ensure associates follow emergency, safety, security, and communication procedures.

• Maintain Front Desk organization and professional presentation standards.

• Provide ongoing performance feedback and address associate concerns as needed.

Qualifications

• College course work in related field helpful.
• Experience in a hotel or a related field preferred.
• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Computer experience required.
• Customer Services experience preferred.
• Maintain a warm and friendly demeanor at all times.
• Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and written, with all level of employees and guests in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service oriented manner.
• Must be effective at listening to, understanding, and clarifying concerns raised by employees and guests.
• Must be able to multitask and prioritize departmental functions to meet deadlines.
• Approach all encounters with guests and employees in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service-oriented manner.
• Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Highgate Hotel Standards, as required by scheduling, which will vary according to the needs of the hotel.
• Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which includes wearing the proper uniform and nametag.
• Comply with Highgate Hotel Standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations.
• Maximize efforts towards productivity, identify problem areas and assist in implementing solutions.
• Must be effective in handling problems, including anticipating, preventing, identifying and solving problems as necessary.
• Must be able to understand and apply complex information, data, etc. from various sources to meet appropriate objectives.
• Must be able to cross-train in other hotel related areas.
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality of information.
• Must be able to show initiative, including anticipating guest or operational needs.
• Perform other duties as requested by management.

Benefits

We are pleased to offer to our full-time associates a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and financial future.

• Medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching contributions
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick leave (provided in accordance with applicable law)
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Educational opportunities / Tuition reimbursement
• Paid jury duty leave, personal leave, medical leave, and military leave in accordance with applicable law

For Employees Based in Washington:

• 8 paid holidays per year
• Up to 20 days of paid vacation per year, based on classification and length of service
• Paid Sick & Safe Time accrues at 1 hour for every 30 hours worked, with up to 72 hours of unused time carried over from one anniversary year to the next.

For Employees Based in Colorado:

• 8 paid holidays per year; employees working in the City of Denver receive 64 hours of designated holiday time per calendar year
• Up to 20 days of paid vacation per year, based on classification and length of service
• 6 days or 48 hours of Paid Sick Leave per year, accrued at 1 hour for every 30 hours worked.

For Employees Based in California:

• 8 paid holidays per year
• Up to 20 days of paid vacation per year, based on classification and length of service, capped at 1.5x annual accrual rate; non-supervisory employees working in the City of Los Angeles accrue up to 22 days of Compensated Time Off, based on length of service capped at 192 hours of combined PST and CTO.
• Paid Sick Time accrues at 1 hour for every 30 hours worked, unused time is carried over from one anniversary year to the next up to a maximum of 80 hours; employees working in the City of Los Angeles are provided 40 hours of Paid Sick Time annually on their anniversary, unused time is not carried over from one anniversary year to the next.

Please note that certain benefits described above for associates in Washington, Colorado, and California may vary for associates covered by a Collective Bargaining Agreement ("CBA"). For such associates, eligibility for and the terms and conditions of benefits are governed by the applicable CBA and any applicable plan documents, and may differ from the benefits described above. In the event of any conflict or inconsistency, the terms of the applicable CBA and governing plan documents will control, as applicable.

**The above-referenced benefits do not apply to part-time positions

Posting Date

This job opening was posted on 10/2/2026 and will remain open for at least 75 days.