Front Office Manager

Grand Adirondack Hotel

Posted 4 months ago

Full Time

Village of Lake Placid, New York

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Front Office Manager supervises all front office personnel and oversees daily operations including reservations, guest services, and the night audit process. They are responsible for staff recruitment and training, managing property management systems, and ensuring high standards of guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

You have a high school diploma, 1-2 years of hotel guest service experience, and proficiency in computer operations, including Word Processing and Spreadsheet programs. You also possess strong organizational and math skills, with knowledge of accounting procedures and NYS employment laws.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Property Management System

Word Processing

Spreadsheet programs

Accounting procedures

NYS Department of Labor employment laws

Job Description

Position Summary

Directly supervises all front office personnel and ensures proper completion of all front office duties. Oversees front desk, reservations, guest services,  and serves as Manager on Duty as assigned.

Key Responsibilities

• Recruit, select, train, and schedule Front Office personnel.

• Oversight of the Property Management System including postings, adjustments, billing, and group blocks.

• Manage online booking engines and coordinate with Sales and General Manager on rate management.

• Ensure guest satisfaction across all front office touch points.

• Direct concierge functions and guest service support.

• Manage Night Audit process, reporting, training, and scheduling.

• Process and code all invoices with required documentation.

• Prepare daily/weekly reports as instructed by management.

• Maintain proper storage and timely disposal of records.

• Cover Manager on Duty and front desk shifts as needed.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of computers and training techniques.

• Ability to effectively communicate in English.

• Strong organizational and math skills.

• Knowledge of NYS Department of Labor employment laws.

• Proficiency in Word Processing and Spreadsheet programs.

• Extensive knowledge of accounting procedures.

• Ability to exercise judgment and make sound decisions.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma required; Associate or Bachelor degree preferred.

• 1–2 years hotel guest service experience required.

• Supervisory experience a plus.

Job Environment

• Primarily indoors with frequent walking and standing.

• May require varied schedules based on business needs.

• Must comply with hotel grooming and appearance standards.

Other Requirements

• Versatility to cover MOD and front desk shifts as needed.

• Ability to maintain regular attendance per hotel standards.

• Compliance with all hotel rules and safety procedures.

Benefits

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Company Paid Life & Disability
  • Voluntary Life Products
  • PTO/Sick/Floating Holiday

Grand Adirondack Hotel

Grand Adirondack Hotel looks to its storied past through a modern lens to reinvigorate an iconic building and again become a vibrant hub in the heart of Lake Placid for travelers and locals alike.
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