Hersha Hospitality Management, LP Seattle , WA 98113
Posted 2 weeks ago
Overview
Opportunity: Front Desk Supervisor
Supervise front desk operations in accordance with established guest service, quality and sustainability standards.
Potential Career Path
Assistant Front Office Manager
Front Office Manager
Assistant General Manager
Essential Job Functions
Interview, select, train, schedule, coach, and support associates, ensuring they perform in accordance with established brand or hotel standards and consistent with HHM core values.
Resolve guest complaints and concerns by conducting thorough research of the situation and determining the most effective solutions.
Be aware of guest satisfaction scores and work toward increasing departmental and overall guest satisfaction.
Participate in lobby ambassador and other activities related to interacting with guests on an individual level, thus creating a relationship and culture that will result in repeat stays.
Oversee front office operations in the absence of the Front Office Manager or Assistant General Manager.
Perform bookkeeping activities such as balancing accounts and conducting audits.
Make and confirm reservations.
Promote Hersha Hospitality and brand-specific marketing programs.
Greet guests immediately upon arrival; register and assign guests to hotel rooms.
Provide welcome folders containing room keys, certificates, coupons and refreshment center keys as appropriate.
Compute bills, collect payments, handle cash, and make change for guests.
Close out guest accounts at time of check out. In the event of dissatisfaction, negotiate compromise, which may include authorizing revenue allowances.
Create specific, measurable, achievable, realistic, and timely action plans to remedy guest service deficiencies.
Ensure hotel entrance, reception and other public areas are properly maintained in regards to cleanliness and appearance.
Follow sustainability guidelines and practices related to HHM's EarthView program.
Practice safe work habits, wear protective safety equipment and follow MSDS and OSHA standards.
Perform other duties as requested by management.
Position Requirements
Work Environment and Context
Work schedule varies and may include working on all shifts, holidays and weekends.
Requires standing for extended periods, walking, pushing, lifting up to 25 pounds, bending and reaching, stooping, kneeling, or crouching.
What We Believe
People Are Our Capability
Hearts That Serve
Only Excellence
Stay Nimble
Own It
About Us
A remarkable Seattle boutique hotel with the polish of a world-class resort, Pan Pacific Seattle is located on the border of Downtown and the booming South Lake Union neighborhood. Here, travelers are perfectly positioned in the heart of the Emerald City. Guests can easily reach Seattle's most sought after restaurants, upscale shopping, art galleries and museums. Within striking distance of the city's biggest attractions - both Seattle Center and Pike Place Market are just a short walk away
This property is a part of the Echelon Luxury & Lifestyle division of HHM Hotels.
HHM Hotels is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, disability, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other group protected by law.
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Hersha Hospitality Management, LP