Front Desk Manager
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Why us?

Sage Hospitality Group is set to hire a Front Office Manager to join us! The Ann Savannah, Apartments by Marriott Bonvoy will be joining Sage's growing portfolio of lifestyle properties as it completes its conversion to an Apartments by Marriott Bonvoy concept by early 2025. This is a unique opportunity to shape the creation of one of the first Apartments by Marriott Bonvoy properties in North America! An opportunity to leave a lasting impression and to be a part of the footprint of such an dynamic concept.

Apartments by Marriott Bonvoy offers the luxury of space of a hotel combined with the warmth of home - where a guest can feel like a local in well-appointed upscale lifestyle boutique spaces complete with full kitchens, space for dining, and living rooms for, well, living.

The Ann Savannah, Apartments by Marriott Bonvoy marks an exciting new chapter for both Savannah's hospitality scene and Sage Hospitality. We're thrilled to bring our 40+ years of expertise to Marriott's new Apartments by Bonvoy concept, which we believe has tremendous growth potential across many of our target markets nationwide. We are grateful to partner with Tidal on this exciting conversion project and look forward to partnering with Marriott on growing the Apartments by Marriott brand as we continue our journey to become America's favorite lifestyle hospitality company, said Daniel del Olmo, president of Sage Hospitality Group.

As part of Sage Hospitality Group, we passionately strive to be the best and create excellence in everything we do. We believe in enriching lives one experience at a time. More than a slogan, we empower our employees to make positive impacts on the communities in which we live and work. By providing genuine service we build relationships with our guests and value for our shareholders, and we create unforgettable experiences.

We are looking for independent thinkers. Those who harness their entrepreneurial spirit so that it breaks preconceived notions. We're not afraid to forge our own path. After all, it's what industry leaders do. That's why we welcome risk takers and creative spirits alike. No matter your daily role, Sage recognizes that your success is about more than the work you do-it's really about who you are, which is why we invest in your personal and professional growth. We hope you consider joining us!

Job Overview

The Front Desk Manager is responsible for the daily operation of the Front Desk and acts as the main contact for guests and other hotel departments. Ensures an efficient guest registration, check out and telephone service. Ensures front desk agents are completed in accordance to established policies and procedures. Assists in the training and hiring of Front Desk Agents.

Responsibilities

* Ensure guest arrival and departure procedures are accurately followed in a smooth and timely manner.

* Ensures the entire front desk team regularly calculates and/or posts monies, receipts, guest accounts and other forms of credit using accurate, proper cash handling methods and established procedures in order to present the customer with timely and precise hotel charges upon check-out and maintain accurate hotel records.

* Control cash transactions at the front desk and maintain complete responsibility for personal bank as specified by hotel bank agreement policy.

* Assist and make recommendations to the Assistant General Manager in the areas of conducting performance evaluations, discipline and terminations as appropriate.

* Coordinate guest service efforts to include group arrivals and departures, and guest transportation, while maximizing the guest experience through top quality customer service.

* Coordinate activities and foster good relations with our valet and taxi services.

* Provides information and assists staff in recommending area restaurants, theaters, community events, activities, etc., to ensure optimum guest satisfaction.

* Follow-up on any complaints or problems a guest may experience in a timely and professional fashion to ensure a quality guest experience.

* Implement emergency training and procedures to ensure appropriate protection of the hotel's guests, staff and company assets.

* Ensure all Front Desk Associate duties are completed daily.

Qualifications

Education/Formal Training

High School diploma or equivalent

Experience

Minimum two years previous experience as a front desk supervisor or minimum of four years front office experience in hotel work.

Knowledge/Skills

* Requires working knowledge of guest services and hotel services, policies or operations.

* Must have high school graduate level mathematical aptitude; know standard cash handling procedures and knowledge of computerized cash register systems.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

* Ability to read written forms of communication and monochrome computer screen.

* Excellent comprehension and literacy required to review correspondence, initiate reports, conduct training, etc.

* 90% of shift is standing, Bending/kneeling - repeated bending and kneeling required while filing,

* Mobility - must be able to reach all areas of hotel to assist clients.

* Occasional standing.

* Occasional carrying and lifting of files and office items up to 25 lbs.

Environment

Work inside 95%Material/Equipment used. Prolonged standing at indoor, thermostatically climate-controlled workstation.

ID: 2024-25230

Position Type: Regular Full-Time

Property : The Ann Savannah

Outlet: Hotel

Category: Front Desk & Guest Services

Address : 110 Ann St

City : Savannah

State : Georgia

EOE Protected Veterans/Disability