What are the responsibilities and job description for the Front Office Manager position at Fairfield Inn Atlanta?
Fairfield Inn Atlanta Airport is seeking a dynamic Front Office Manager. Compensation is based on experience. Company benefits include health, vision, dental, PTO, 401k, employee discounts, and much more. The purpose of a Front Office Manager is to assure the overall success of the hotel by meeting or exceeding the guest expectation for service. The Front Office Manager position is a PM position, 3pm to 11pm on the front desk to ensure delivery of exceptional guest service.
- Responsible for the overall guest service of the hotel by maintaining an organized and efficient Front Desk operation
- Prepares work schedules in accordance with forecasted occupancy
- Supervises day to day activities of front desk, bell, and van drivers’ staff
- Utilizes leadership skills and motivation techniques in order to maximize employee productivity and satisfaction of direct reports
- Meets and exceeds customer expectations by ensuring department provides outstanding customer service and teamwork
- Coordinates staffing and payroll to conform with productivity and budgetary standards
- Prepares payroll and schedules are required; monitors actual vs. budget payroll activities
- Works side by side with front desk associates when necessary to provide outstanding guest service; works scheduled Manager on Duty shifts on a weekly basis
- Coordinates Front Desk work with other departments: Housekeeping, Engineering, Banquets, etc
- Participates in daily Yield Management Meetings
- Insures that all employees follow safety rules and procedures and takes corrective action where required to improve safety of work area
- Coordinates the collection and submission of hotel news to the quarterly AURO Hotels Associate newsletter
- Maintains proper front desk supplies inventory, conducts inventories as assigned and recommends purchase of products (remaining within budget)
- Confers closely with GM/AGM at all times and takes every opportunity to become familiar with all aspects of the hotel in order to assist wherever required
- Complies with Company Standards of Service as outlined for AURO Hotels.
- Projects a favorable image of AURO Hotels to the public at all times.
- Performs all duties and responsibilities in a timely and efficient manner in accordance with
- Treats guests, vendors, customers and co-workers with professionalism and respect at all times.
- Completes Departmental, AURO Hotels and Brand standards training as assigned.
- Maintains a clean and neat appearance at all times.
- Must be able to work flexible work hours/schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties, work hours and/or responsibilities for this job at any time.
Experience/Education
College degree in Hotel Administration; 2-3 years hotel management/supervisory experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Auro Hotels is an Equal Employment Opportunity and E-Verify Employer. All applicants are subject to background and substance abuse screening prior to any offer of employment.
Education
Required- Bachelors or better in Hospitality and Resort Management or related field
Behaviors
Preferred- Innovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking
- Thought Provoking: Capable of making others think deeply on a subject
- Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them
- Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
Motivations
Preferred- Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
- Entrepreneurial Spirit: Inspired to perform well by an ability to drive new ventures within the business
- Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
- Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
Equal Opportunity Employer
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