Job Details
Job Location
Grand Pacific Hotel Services LP - Carlsbad, CA
Position Type
Full Time
Salary Range
$20.50 - $20.50 Hourly
Job Shift
Varied
Description
POSITION PURPOSE
Oversee the daily operations of the Front Desk Department and Guest Service areas. Ensure that front desk and communications meet hotel standards for maximum guest satisfaction. Act as the main contact for guests and other hotel departments in the absence of the Front Office Manager.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Ensure WELCOME process is followed by all associates, proper recognition of BONVOY members, 15/10 rule is being followed by all associates, check out is efficient, and telephone service. Observe front desk agents and ensure that established procedures are completed in accordance with policy and procedure, i.e., proper public relations techniques are utilized, guests are handled both courteously and professionally, proper identification, input of personal information, and credit are established and all posting, rate schedules, packages, cash transactions, account settlements and deposits are handled correctly.
• Observe front desk and telephone attendants and ensure that their duties are completed in accordance with established policy and procedure, i.e., proper public relations techniques are utilized, calls are handled both courteously and professionally stating first name, calls are answered on a timely basis and the proper greetings are used, messages and faxes are handled correctly and efficiently, guest complaints and problems are handled in a courteous and professional manner, and ensure follow through, Guest and Associate requests are input into GXP, follow up calls are made to guest and time of tasks completed are ensured.
• Direct and train front desk staff and operators. Assist in new-hire and on-going training. Direct and assist front desk staff and telecommunications in organizing breaks, ensuring that all work is completed efficiently and according to schedule. Train all associates in Marketplace and SOPs.
• Arrive at workplace on time in full uniform prepared with tools and all equipment needed for service. Review current days expected arrivals and check all VIP and special request reservations to ensure that they are pre-registered, blocked properly and other departments are notified of room assignment. Review the daily room availability and inform staff in Buzz sessions. Check status of departures on a daily basis. Corporate Connect Lounge and ensure open and closed on time as well as operated efficiently. Make sure all stock for necessary printing is ordered. Relay all pertinent information to front desk agents, telecommunications, the following shift supervisor, Night Audit, and the Front Office Manager. Ensure Night Audit is processing all tasks correctly and completely. In absence of Bell Captain oversee the Valet and Bell Departments.
• Ensure all necessary reports, time edit are completed on a daily basis, Daily Department Associate Audits, and forms are completed daily. Track and log all upgrades, call offs, and guest complaints. Complete and present performance reviews as well as proposals for increases. Prescreening front office applicants, reference checks, new hire paperwork, and all associate paperwork for payroll processing.

SUPPORTIVE FUNCTIONS
In addition to performance of the essential functions, this position may be required to perform a combination of the following supportive functions, with the percentage of time performing each function to be solely determined by the manager based upon the particular requirements of the hotel:

• This position will require associate to train during the overnight hours in order to have a clear understanding and successfully complete a Night Audit shift when the need should arise.
• Assist Guest Relations/Receivables as necessary.
• Any other duties as assigned by the Front Office Manager.
• Perform other duties and handle projects as assigned by Manager.
• Administer, Monitor and Follow all of the Safety and Sanitation Guidelines set forth by the CDC and GPR including but not limited to all of the COVID-19 State and County ordinances
• Must be able to work flexible schedules including weekends and holidays

SPECIFIC JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that he or she can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Must be able to speak, read, write and understand the primary language(s) used in the workplace.
• Must be able to read and write to facilitate the communication process.
• Requires good communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Extensive knowledge of the hotel, its services and facilities.
• Must have excellent customer relations skills and leadership capability.
• Must be detail oriented with outstanding organizational and communication skills
• Must possess basic computational ability.
• Must possess basic computer skills.
• Must have excellent leadership capability and customer relations skills.
• Working knowledge of federal, state and local laws governing equal employment opportunity and civil rights, occupational safety and health, wage and hour issues, and labor relations, including, but not limited to the following statutes and their comparable state and local laws (where applicable): Title VII, ADEA, Equal Pay Act, Pregnancy Discrimination Act, FLSA, ADA, OSHA, FMLA, and NLRA.

Education & Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Front desk experience required.
• 1-2 years supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience at a property of similar size and quality preferred.

Licenses or Certificates
Not applicable
Attendance:

• Regular attendance in conformance with the standards, which may be established by Westin/Sheraton Carlsbad Resort & Spa from time to time, is essential to the successful performance of this position. Employees with irregular attendance / tardies will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment. Upon employment, all employees are required to fully comply with Westin/Sheraton Carlsbad Resort & Spa rules and regulations, non-compliance will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.
• This job description is not an exclusive or exhaustive list of all job functions that an employee in this position may be asked to perform from time to time.

This job opportunity for employment is being made available by Grand Pacific Hotel Services, L.P. , the owner and the employer of all associates working at Westin/Sheraton Carlsbad Resort & Spa. Marriott International is not the owner or operator of Westin/Sheraton Carlsbad Resort & Spa. Marriott International is not the direct or indirect employer or joint employer of any associates working at Westin/Sheraton Carlsbad Resort & Spa. Marriott International does not control, govern or regulate any aspect of recruitment or employment at Westin/Sheraton Carlsbad Resort & Spa. Marriott International is not responsible for any aspect of your application, candidacy, or employment at the resort, nor shall Marriott International be liable for the data collection, use and privacy practices of the Westin/Sheraton Carlsbad Resort & Spas owner or operator.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
I have carefully read and understand the contents of this job description. I understand the responsibilities, requirements and duties expected of me. I understand that this is not necessarily an exhaustive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. While this list is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, Grand Pacific Hotel Services, L.P. reserves the right to revise the functions and duties of the job or to require that additional or different tasks be performed as directed by the Westin/Sheraton Carlsbad Resort & Spa. I understand that I may be required to work overtime, different shifts or hours outside the normally defined workday or workweek.
I also understand that this job description does not constitute a contract of employment nor alter my status as an at-will associate. I have the right to terminate my employment at any time, with or without cause and with or without advance notice, and Westin/Sheraton Carlsbad Resort & Spa has a similar right. Nothing in this Handbook will limit the right to terminate at-will employment. No manager, supervisor or other associate of the Company has any authority to enter into an agreement for employment for any specified period of time or to make an agreement for employment other than at-will terms. Only the Co-Presidents of the Company have the authority to make any such agreement which must be in writing.