Assistant Front Office Manager Job at Accor Hotels in San Francisco

Since 1907, Fairmont has served as the San Francisco residence for U.S. presidents, world leaders and entertainment stars. The landmark hotel offers 606 well-appointed guest rooms and suites, three distinctive restaurants, a health club and easy access to the city’s most popular attractions. Fairmont San Francisco is located atop Nob Hill at 950 Mason Street.

Fairmont is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Feel free to visit our website at http://www.fairmont.com/ to find out more about our company.
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Providing engaging, sincere, personalized service is one of the ways our Front Office Colleagues are turning moments into special memories for our guests at Fairmont Hotels & Resorts. Showcase your interpersonal strengths as Assistant Front Office Manager, where you will lead, train and recognize your team in support of exceptional guest service!

What will you be doing:
Reporting to the Director of Front Office, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:

• Oversee and support the daily operations of the Front Office
• Consistently offer professional, friendly and engaging service
• Assist guests regarding hotel facilities in an informative and helpful way
• Supervise and motivate Front Office staff, ensuring they are well-trained, efficient, and provide exceptional guest experiences
• Pro-actively supports achievement of hotel metrics, including the Front Desk upsell program and enrolling members in the hotel loyalty program
• Assist in resolving guest complaints, issues, or requests in a timely and effective manner
• Maintain Fairmont service standards through audits and daily coaching
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide coaching to team members
• Assist in scheduling and managing staff shifts, ensuring adequate coverage during peak times.
• Communicate through pre-shift logs, emails and departmental meetings all pertinent information for the respective shift and areas of operation
• Provide training to new front desk staff members and ensure ongoing development of team members
• Keep up-to-date on industry trends, hotel systems, and service standards and make recommendations for improvements
• Ensure the public areas are presentable at all times
• Ensure compliance with hotel policies and procedures, including safety and security regulations.
• Other duties as assigned
• Salary Range: $74,000 to $99,000 USD Gross annually

Your skills and experience include:

• Passion for guest service
• Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal and leadership skills
• Highly organized, results-oriented with the ability to be flexible and work well under pressure
• Exceptional problem-solving abilities
• Degree or Diploma in Hospitality Management is an asset
• Fluency in English
• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in a front desk or guest services role in a hotel, with at least 1 year in a supervisory capacity
• Must have the ability to handle a multitude of tasks and Guest requests
• Knowledge of Opera Cloud Property Management System an asset
• Should possess or seek certification in basic first aid
• Strong guest service orientation and training skills background required
• Ability to work independently and prioritize responsibilities
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Experience with a Hotel loyalty program an asset
• Computer proficiency in a Windows environment (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Visa Requirements:
Must have proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

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All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.