Assistant General Manager - Hammond, United States - Ascent Hospitality

    Ascent Hospitality
    Ascent Hospitality Hammond, United States

    2 weeks ago

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    Description

    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

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  • Monitor and evaluate all department daily scheduling and activities to ensure the successful operation of hotel facilities, services and amenities.
  • Partner with GM to create a positive work environment
  • Serve as a support resource for front line staff in all departments.
  • Conduct daily walk-through and quality checks to drive exceptional service and guest satisfaction at all points of contact, to include pre-arrival, check-in/check-out, food & beverage, transportation, housekeeping, laundry, banquets, conference services and maintenance.
  • Plan, organize and delegate daily operational activities against forecasted business volume.
  • Recruit, Hire and Onboard new associates.
  • Administer and document disciplinary actions and forms.
  • Process Payroll
  • Assist with month-end closing and assist with invoicing when necessary.
  • Drive effective communication across all departments to ensure consistency, cohesiveness and understanding of objectives and priorities.
  • Issue supplies and equipment as needed and participate in regular inventories to ensure proper supply levels.
  • Intervene, assist and document instances of guest or employee incidents.
  • Approve and process vendor invoices, complete bank deposits, audit cash banks and perform other accounting-related functions as necessary.
  • Maintain the integrity of the hotel's compliance with the company's safety and security program and ensure adherence to all company and brand policies, practices, procedures and guidelines.
  • Fulfill shift(s) as Manager on Duty as assigned.
  • Provide management support and coverage in other areas of hotel (as needed)
  • Conduct guest services meetings and ensure employees are kept informed
  • Train front desk/guest services, night audit staff on all Company and Brand standard programs
  • Train front desk/guest services, night audit, staff on rewards programs and requirements
  • Establish consistent Standard Operating Procedures Ensure staff is in compliance with Company Appearance and Grooming standards.
  • Ensure that the staff is in proper uniform including name tags and in good condition
  • Respond to all guest inquiries, complaints and special requests.
  • Create work environment where staff are motivated, productive and positive
  • Track all of corporate accounts
  • Perform other duties that may be assigned by General Manager.
  • SPECIFIC JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
  • A minimum of 2 years' previous hotel operations and leadership experience, to include successful management of medium to large staff
  • Previous experience with a major hotel brand is a plus (i.e. Hilton, Marriott).
  • Exceptional service orientation, with keen ability to focus and deliver on guest needs
  • Reliable and responsible character, with exceptional follow up and attention to detail.
  • Proactive approach, with exceptional initiative and problem solving abilities to ensure the highest levels of productivity and guest satisfaction.
  • Ability to multi-task and effectively manage numerous priorities within a fast-paced  environment.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
  • Familiar with operation of office equipment e.g.- copier, printer, facsimile machine etc.
  • Must be able to work flexible shifts
  • Must be able to work without constant supervision.
  • Required to work desk shifts as needed.
  • PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
  • Must be able to reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping.
  • Must be able to stand or sit for an extended periods of time, use arms, hands and legs repetitively; handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
  • The employee frequently is required to walk, climb or balance, talk and hear.
  • May be required to regularly lift and/or move objects weighing less than or equal to 25 pounds and infrequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
  • Must be capable of effectively using close vision, distance vision, and color vision.
  • Able to operate in mentally and physically stressful situations
  • QUALIFICATION STANDARDS:
  • High school education required. College degree preferred to support on-the-job effectiveness.
  • Minimum one (2) years in a management role in a hotel required.
  • Must be able to effectively lead a team
  • Available to work when needed, including weekends, holidays, and nights
  • Strong managerial skills required; demonstrated initiative, leadership and team building skills are essential.