Director of Front Office - New York, United States - Arlo NoMad
Description
Arlo Hotels an independent lifestyle hotel is now actively seeking a dynamic Director of Front Office.Are you someone who is passionate about people, driven by purpose, and clever in your approach? If so, keep on reading Here at Arlo, we strive to create a sense of awe that leaves those we touch wanting more"..
This position is responsible for the daily operation of the front desk and liaising with any area impacting guest service.
RESONSIBILITIES AND AUTHORITIES:
- Always treats guests with courtesy and respect in a variety of situations.
- Displays honesty & integrity.
- Oversees the Front Office Department
- Bell Person, Lobby Hosts and Assistant Front Office Managers.
- Conducts preshift meetings.
- Communicates effectively to staff using tools such as development reviews, training, departmental orientation and monthly departmental meetings.
- Motivates and develops team members.
- Maximizes room sales, room revenue and profit.
- Delivers outstanding service and creates memorable experiences.
SPECIFIC DUTIES
- Leads and supervises the operational activities of the front office team within hotel guidelines to provide the highest standard of courteous service while permitting acceptable profit margins.
- Embraces and effectively lives Arlo Core values and culture.
- Assigns, coordinates, and supervises work activities of Lobby Hosts/Bellmen.
- Trains, mentors and develops Lobby Hosts & Bell Persons.
- Prepares team member weekly schedules via our Time and Attendance Program
- Oversees the completion of biweekly payroll, and monitors labor costs by reviewing daily schedule vs. occupancy and daily operational demands.
- Responsible to ensure payroll is within line of forecast and budget; ensuring that Overtime is monitored and managed daily.
- Ensures work is completed to include shift closings, room deposits, refunds and rebates. All necessary paperwork is completed.
- Conducts Annual Performance Reviews with reporting team members; Assistant Front Office Managers and Lobby Hosts.
- Responsible for coach and counselling of direct reports are done in a timely and effective manner.
- Responds immediately to all emergency situations, completes necessary incident reports, and follows up with guests and staff.
- Communicates effectively to staff using tools such as: preshift briefings, orientation, activities, short take training and developmental reviews.
- Manages same day rooms inventory and rate yielding.
- Takes personal responsibility for correcting service problems and creates memorable guest experiences.
- Completes other duties as assigned by the Director of Operations.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Education:_
- Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge
Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:
- Hospitality Diploma or Degree Preferred
- Minimum 3+ years in a Management Position
- Knowledge:_
- Hospitality or Customer Service
- Opera & PBX experience.
- Fire and Life Safety Director Certification required within first six (6) months of employment.
BENEFITS:
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- 401K after one year
- Tuition Reimbursement
- We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws._
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