Front Desk Supervisor - Embassy Suites by Hilton Dulles Airport

Responsibilities:

Guest Service:  Accountable for guest satisfaction by ensuring service standards are met and guests’ needs and concerns are responded to in a timely manner with a focus on service recovery when applicable. Works side by side with staff to train and model appropriate guest service standards. Responsible for holding staff members accountable for anticipating needs and exceeding guest expectations. Achieves business revenue goals by developing and implementing creative service programs designed to increase guest satisfaction.
Financial Results and Cost Control:  Responsible for management of expenses to maximize hotel profitability. Responsible for effective labor management through proper scheduling, monitoring, and adjusting based on business needs. Seeks and implements cost saving measures and efficient purchasing strategies in order to meet/exceed budget for expenses. Follows B. F. Saul Company Hospitality Group procurement guidelines and applies good business judgment. Assists with the preparation and management of the department budget.  Manages and maintains company assets to stay within budget guidelines and prolong the life of company resources. Uses expertise to advise and implement changes to front desk operations as needed, while maximizing revenue and occupancy.
People Management and Training:  Responsible for evaluating staff performance and takes appropriate corrective action as needed to hold team members accountable.  Motivates staff by setting goals, providing ongoing feedback, and rewarding/recognizing team members.  Responsible for interviewing, hiring, coaching, and development of all team members. Responsible for all required training for department team members and ensuring training records are maintained.  Analyzes quality issues, identifies training needs and ensures implementation to improve results.  Utilizes available resources and adheres to Hampton Inn training policies.  Promotes collaboration and positive, professional work environment. 
Self/Workload Management:  Attends all daily, weekly and/or monthly department/hotel meetings to ensure proper communication/planning occurs. Responsible for all front desk initatives. Must have high attention to detail, good communication skills and leadership ability. Must have excellent organization skills, a high degree of creativity to facilitate efficient problem solving. Must be able to manage multiple priorities and work in an environment with frequent interruptions and tight deadlines Adheres to all B. F. Saul Company Hospitality Group Standard Operating Procedures.
Safety/Risk Management:  Conduct routine inspections of front desk operations to maintain standards per B. F. Saul Company Hospitality Group, local, state and federal regulations. Ensures a clean and safe work environment, and follows all B. F. Saul Company Hospitality Group procedures for guest/team member incidents. 

Required Skills and Experience:

High school diploma or GED required.
1+ years prior guest service experience required preferably in a hospitality setting.
Excellent verbal communication skills needed.
Attention to detail, customer focused and the ability to perform job duties in a fast paced environment.
Ability to lift, push and pull up to 75 pounds on an occasional basis.
EEO AA M/F/Vet/Disabled

Benefits:

Well-Being Benefits:
Health Insurance
Dental & Vision Insurance
Short & Long Term Disability
 
Long Term Planning:
401(k) Retirement Program
Paid Life Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
 
Team Member Programs:
Our Big 3 Mission Statement Leaders of the Month/Year
Annual Performance Appraisals and Wage Increase Opportunities
Annual Team Member Banquets
Annual Team Member Engagement Survey
Discounted Room Rates for Team Members, Family and Friends
Complimentary Room Stays
Weekly Payroll