Front Desk Supervisor

Tharaldson Hospitality

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Erie, Pennsylvania

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Coordinates front office activities and supervises front desk staff, including hiring, training, and performance management. Supports the General Manager by handling administrative duties, guest inquiries, and operational oversight.

Qualifications

You have 0-1+ years of customer service experience and are passionate about hospitality. You can handle confidential information with integrity and effectively manage guest inquiries and calls. A combination of a one-year certificate from a technical school and related experience is also acceptable.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Guest Service Agent functions

safety training

scheduling

cash flow sheet

direct bill accounts

credit card payments

registration cards

reservation cards

sales and marketing efforts

hotel policies

hotel services

Job Description

SUMMARY

Coordinates the front office activities of the hotel and provides support to the General Manager by performing the following duties

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What We Offer: 

  • Career advancement opportunities
  • Employee discounts
  • Competitive pay
  • Daily Pay
  • Flexible work schedule
  • Comprehensive benefits for you and your family including (medical, vision, dental, 401k, Profit Sharing)
  • Paid vacation

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Directly supervises or assists in the supervisory function of front desk staff consisting of 1-5 employees. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

  • Performs functions of Guest Service Agent as scheduled by Management
  • Provides training, including safety training, to front office staff as directed by Management
  • Assists in the selection of Guest Service Agents
  • Assists in scheduling front desk personnel within budget guidelines to assure adequate staffing
  • Maintains accurate records including cash flow sheet, direct bill accounts, credit card payments, registration cards, and reservation cards
  • Corresponds with group and travel agents to answer special requests for rooms and rates
  • Assists with sales and marketing efforts as directed
  • Assigns duties to Guest Service Agents and observes performance to ensure adherence to franchise standards, hotel policies, and established operating procedures
  • Answers inquiries pertaining to hotel policies and services
  • Performs functions of the General Manager in their absence
  • Assists General Manager in conducting staff meetings
  • All other duties as assigned

What we are looking for: 

  • 0 – 1+ year of customer service experience 
  • Passionate about hospitality and creating an exceptional guest experience.  
  • Ability to handle confidential information, including guest records, with a high degree of integrity.
  • Ability to answer and route calls as appropriate; takes guest messages with accuracy.
  • One-year certificate from college or technical school; or 6 months to 1 year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination or education and experience
  • Open Availability

Tharaldson Hospitality

Since his first hotel acquisition in 1982, Gary Tharaldson has owned over 350 hotel properties throughout the United States. He has been instrumental in developing prototype properties for the likes of Marriott and Hilton, and has received numerous Developer of the Year awards from the same highly respected franchise companies. Tharaldson Hospitality Management LLC, operates a portfolio of business class hotels under franchise license agreements with Intercontinental Hotels Group, Marriott International and Hilton. Our goal is to maximize the operational quality and financial performance of our hotels, grow market share and enhance the performance of our hotels through the constant pursuit of superior levels of quality, efficiency and service. Our people are our strength and we believe in allowing individuals at all levels the freedom to be creative, solve problems and implement their decisions. THM, formed in January 2011, manages 39 hotels in 14 states with additional hotels opening in 2018.
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