FRONT OFFICE MANAGER at Grand Beach Suites Hotel – Surfside, Florida

JOB OVERVIEW:

Responsible for the management of all aspects of the Front Desk functions, in accordance with resort standards. Directs, implements and maintains a service and management philosophy which serves as a guide to respective team members. The Front Office Manager is also responsible for controlling access to, conducting physical inspections of and monitoring surveillance cameras located at the facilities, which constitute the Grand Beach Hotel. Investigation of breeches in security and/or violations of safety protocols to determine most probable cause and possible solution(s). To ensure the safety and security of guests and employees and the protection of Grand Beach Hotel property and assets.

REPORTS TO: Director of Operations

SUPERVISES: Assistant Guest Services Manager, Guest Service Agents

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Front Desk and Back Office Areas, Guest Rooms and Public Areas.

KEY RELATIONSHIPS:

Internal: Staff in Front Desk, Front Desk Management, Resort Managers, Food and Beverage, Accounting, Housekeeping, Executive Offices and Engineering.

External: Resort guests/visitors, other vendors/suppliers.

Essential:.

1. Previous experience in cashiering.
2. Minimum two years experience as a Front Office Manager, preferably a 3-4 star style resort.
3. Minimum two years previous Security supervisory experience in a 3-4 star style resort.
4. Fluency in English both verbal and non-verbal.
5. Compute basic arithmetic.
6. Familiarity with yield management and cost controls.
7. Ability to:

• perform job functions with attention to detail, speed and accuracy.
• prioritize and organize.
• be a clear thinker, remaining calm and resolving problems using good judgement.
• follow directions thoroughly.
• understand guest’s service needs.
• work cohesively with co-workers as part of a team.
• work with minimal supervision.
• maintain confidentiality of guest information and pertinent resort data.
• ascertain departmental training needs and provide such training.
• direct performance of staff and follow up with corrections when needed.

1. Input and access information in property management system/computers/ system.

Desirable:

1. Fluency in a second language, preferably Spanish.
2. Certification in CPR.
3. Previous Supervisory experience.
4. Ability to suggestively sell.
5. Previous guest relations training.

Essential:

1. Exert physical effort in transporting 40 pounds.
2. Endure various physical movements throughout the work areas.
3. Reach 6 feet.
4. Remain in stationary position for 8 hours throughout work shift.
5. Satisfactorily communicate with guests, management and co-workers to their understanding.

1. Maintain complete knowledge of and comply with all departmental policies/service procedures/standards.
2. Maintain complete knowledge of correct maintenance and use of equipment. Use equipment only as intended.
3. Anticipate guests’ needs, respond promptly and acknowledge all guests, however busy and whatever time of day.
4. Maintain positive guest relations at all times.
5. Resolve guest complaints, ensuring guest satisfaction.
6. Monitor and maintain cleanliness, sanitation and organization of assigned work areas.
7. Maintain complete knowledge at all times of:
8. all resort features/services, hours of operation.
9. all room types, numbers, layout, decor, appointments and location.
10. all room rates, special packages and promotions.
11. daily house count and expected arrivals/departures.
12. room availability status for any given day.
13. scheduled in-house group activities, locations and times.
14. all resort and departmental policies and procedures.
15. Access all functions of the computer system.
16. Supervises activities of all Security Office, Employee Entrance and Patrol Officer operations as outlined in the Standards of Performance Manual for Security Officers
17. Performs Department training related activities
18. Thoroughly understands all Hotel Emergency Response Procedures and assists in the coordination of all emergency response activities
19. Oversees access control activities at all facility employee entrances, ensures that only authorized individuals enter
20. Ensures maintenance of visitor sign-in/out logs and issuance of temporary passes to visitors/vendors
21. Oversees inspection of all packages entering and exiting through facility employee entrances, denies access to or removal of unauthorized materials
22. Oversees verification that all materials leaving facilities are accompanies by a completed, signed package removal pass, confiscates and turns over to management, all materials not properly authorized
23. Maintains signature lists of Management personnel authorized to sign package removal passes
24. Supervises/Patrols front of house, back of house and exterior hotel areas, reporting any safety or security hazards, unacceptable behavior, or suspicious persons to General Manager or Owner for direction and resolution
25. Supervises/Monitors CCTV cameras, radio communications, and Fire Control Computers
26. Documents all security related issues and assistance provided in appropriate Security reports
27. Oversees lost and found activities in accordance with hotel policies
28. Enforces hotel rules/regulations in accordance with Employee Manual and hotel policy
29. Monitors and ensures compliance to hotel key control policies by all employees
30. Investigates breeches in security and guest and employee accidents
31. Questions witness' to incidents, examines incident scenes, gathers evidence/ data to assist in determination of cause and identification of areas where corrective actions are indicated
32. Performs lock interrogation operations whenever necessary as part of departmental incident investigation
33. Assists in periodic locker/wardrobe bag inspections
34. Assists GM/ Owner in performance of periodic safety and security inspections
35. Works closely with GM/ Owner to identify areas of potential loss/liability
36. Assists GM/ Owner in development of loss prevention procedures/policies
37. May assist in obtaining materials from Storeroom areas during non-operating hours.
38. Ensures that all after hour storeroom entries are documented, and that the reason for entry is indicated and that proper requisitions are obtained for all items removed
39. Assists other hotel employees in applying Blood borne Pathogen Exposure Control policies
40. Answer department telephone within 3 rings, using correct greeting and telephone etiquette.
41. Establish par levels for supplies and equipment. Complete requisitions to replenish shortages or additional items needed for the anticipated business.
42. Ensure that current information on rates, packages and promotions is available at the Front Desk and that all staff are knowledgeable on such.
43. Review the daily business levels, anticipate critical situations and plan effective solutions to best expedite these situations.
44. Prepare and adjust weekly work schedules in accordance with staffing guidelines and labor forecasts.
45. Ensure that staff report to work as scheduled. Document any late or absent employees.
46. Coordinate breaks for staff.
47. Assign work duties to staff.
48. Conduct pre-shift meeting with staff and review all information pertinent to the day's business.
49. Inspect grooming and attire of staff; rectify any deficiencies.
50. Inspect, plan and ensure that all materials and equipment are in complete readiness for service; rectify deficiencies with respective personnel.
51. Constantly monitor staff performance in all phases of service and job functions; rectify any deficiencies with respective personnel.
52. Monitor the resort front entrance and resolve any congested situations.
53. Monitor the check-in/check-out process; anticipate critical situations and assist wherever necessary to help alleviate the pressure and to process the guest expediently.
54. Monitor communication logs and ensure that guest requests are followed up within 15 minutes.
55. Monitor safe deposit box procedures; audit accuracy of cards with proper signatures and ensure availability of keys.
56. Monitor guest mail and ensure that it is processed according to procedures.
57. Monitor and ensure that express check-outs are processed through the system.
58. Monitor the staffs' interaction with guests, ensuring prompt and courteous service; resolve discrepancies with respective personnel.
59. Assist staff with their job functions to ensure optimum service to guests.
60. Observe guest reactions and confer frequently with staff to ensure guest satisfaction.
61. Assist guests with reports of lost/stolen articles, following resort policy.
62. Adhere to resort requirements for guest/employee accidents or injuries and in emergency situations.
63. Contact newly registered guests 15 minutes after check-in to establish guest satisfaction; resolve any dissatisfaction immediately. Document each call according to procedures.
64. Ensure security of guest room access.
65. Monitor and ensure that all cashiering procedures comply with Accounting policies and standards:
66. Contracted banks
67. Shortages/overages
68. Late charges
69. Petty cash/paid outs
70. Adjustments
71. Posting charges
72. Making change for guests
73. Cashing personal/travelers checks
74. Payment methods/processing
75. Settling accounts
76. Closing reports
77. Cashier reports
78. Balancing receipts
79. Dropping receipts
80. Securing banks
81. Review previous night's no-shows, verify and ensure billing of such.
82. Assist Accounting in researching all disputed charges and contact guests where required to explain disputes regarding Front Desk procedures.
83. Assist staff with expediting problem payments.
84. Anticipate sold-out situations and know how many rooms are overbooked. Handle overbooked or “walked” guests.
85. Audit surrounding area resorts daily for status of rooms, rates, discount rates and packages. Maintain current list of available locations for walk situations.
86. Anticipate low occupancy periods and coordinate blocking of rooms with Director of Housekeeping to maximize labor costs, deep cleaning and maintenance of rooms.
87. Review the arrival report for accuracy and completeness. Check printed registration cards against information on arrival report; rectify any deficiencies with respective personnel.
88. Ensure that all VIPs are pre-registered according to standards. Monitor VIP arrivals; greet and escort them to their room.
89. Work closely with Housekeeping management to ensure accurate status of each room, readiness of rooms for check-in and to report guest concerns.
90. Print special requests report and block according to specifications.
91. Balance room types daily.
92. Print credit check report and review status of each account. Follow up on accounts beyond approved credit limits.
93. Review resumes for arriving groups; organize and coordinate master accounts and check-in/ pre-registration procedures.
94. Print and review masters for departed groups; check accuracy and distribute to Accounting.
95. Review flag reports and follow up accordingly.
96. Review requests for late check-outs and approve according to occupancy. Communicate this information to Housekeeping.
97. Review limousine request forms and chart information on booking calendar. Ensure that all pick-ups have room reservations and that all departures are still in-house; reconfirm departure times with in-house guests.
98. Review all out-of-order rooms daily with respective departments to determine most current status and estimated date for return to room inventory.
99. Print report on discrepant rooms, research discrepancies and enter current status accordingly.
100. Complete bucket check nightly.
101. Ensure that designated resort entrances are locked at specified times.
102. Maintain awareness of undesirable persons on resort premises and escort off property. Contact management where necessary.
103. Ensure all closing duties for staff are completed before staff sign out.
104. Conduct a once a week formal training program on the required job functions with criterion expected and department orientation with new hires. Conduct ongoing training with existing staff.
105. Provide feedback to staff on their performance. Handle disciplinary problems and counsel employees.
106. Foster and promote a cooperative working climate, maximizing productivity and employee morale.
107. Prepare and submit daily/weekly payroll records.
108. Complete work orders for maintenance repairs and submit to Engineering. Contact Engineering directly for urgent repairs.
109. Document pertinent information in department logs.
110. Complete all paperwork and closing duties.
111. Review status of assignments and any follow-up action with on-coming Supervisor.

SECONDARY JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Complete and direct scheduled inventories.
2. Conduct monthly departmental meetings.
3. Attend designated meetings.
4. Interview Front Desk applicants.
5. Complete departmental filing.
6. Provide guest room tours.
7. Follow up on assignments given by Hotel Manager.

STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves, other employees or guests.