Front Desk Supervisor

Description

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Deliver on the promise of SonestaA+ Service in all interactions with guests and clients. Manage according to the Sonesta G.U.E.S.T. standards and instill a passion for customer service in all associates of the hotel : G reet or welcome everyone, warmly with a smile U se eye and ear contact and guest’s name E stablish / anticipate needs S olve and own all requests / complaints T hank everyone
• Ensure all staff is properly trained on all front desk operations, hotel facilities and services, local directions and safety and emergency procedures. Ensure all staff has the supplies needed to effectively carry out their job functions.
• Supervise the front desk and reservation functions to ensure the delivery of superior guest services, the security of monies, credit card transactions and guest information.
• Responsible for the supervision of the security of cash, credit card transactions, and guest information.
• Supervise the overall seasonal demand reservation strategy as communicated by the hotel management team with regard to room type and length of stay pricing. Work with the hotel’s property management system (Opera) and reservation system (Synxis) to maximize revenue through occupancy and rate adjustments based on market conditions.
• Establish effective Front Desk communication and information system through logs, department meetings, and one-on-one interaction with the staff.
• Ensure guest special requests are fulfilled and proper delivery of guest services is delivered.
• Supervise the daily execution of the shoppe and the pour by ensuring each is stocked and maintained in an orderly and appealing manner.
• Establish and implement appropriate service recovery guidelines in order to ensure complete guest satisfaction. Respond to guest complaints or concerns in a prompt and professional manner.
• Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other shifts and departmental management.
• Register guests, issue room keys, provide information on hotel services and room location. Answer phones in a prompt and courteous manner.
• Supervising the accurate processing all cash and credit card transactions in accordance with established procedures including but not limited to posting all charges, completing cashier and other reports, preparing deposits, and counting / securing assigned cash bank(s).
• Communicate any outstanding guest requests or issues to management that may require additional monitoring or follow-up.
• Regularly sell hotel rooms through direct client contact.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state and local laws regarding health, safety, and alcohol services.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS :

Additional Job Information / Anticipated

Pay Range

Pay Range : $50,000 - $57,000 / annual base pay offered

may vary depending on various factors including but not limited to job

related knowledge, skills and job specific experience / overall experience and are eligible for a bonus plan.

Union / Non-Union : This is a non-union role

Job vacancy : This is an active posting and is a new vacant position.

While AI may assist in some aspects of the recruitment process it does not replace human decision making. Qualified individuals review all candidate applications and make the final hiring decisions.

Go Beyond @SonestaHotels WHO WE ARE

We are an organization made up of people, thoughts, and ideas – all working towards fulfilling our simple mission :  .

We will achieve our mission by being passionate about exceeding expectations - by being persistent, resilient, and constantly seeking new and creative ways to succeed. Doing the Right Thing and Going Beyond are our principles that guide everything we do.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, colour, race, citizenship, ethnic origin, place of origin creed, disability, family status, marital status, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, or any other basis covered under applicable law

The statements in this job description are intended to represent the key duties and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be ALL responsibilities or qualifications of the job. This job description is subject to change at any time.

Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA)

The Yorkville Royal Sonesta Hotel is committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If you need accommodation, please let Human Resources know.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to the following protected grounds under The Ontario Human Rights Code or any other characteristic protected by local, Provincial , or Federal laws, rules, or regulations.

Benefits

Sonesta recognizes that benefits play a vital role in helping ensure the health and financial security of employees and their families. We offer a variety of benefits to our employees including :

Salaried FTE Benefits

Food and Beverage Discount

RRSP Match

Drycleaning

Competitive Medical and dental benefits

Competitive Extended health care coverage

Various employee perks and benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Competitive Short- and Long-term disability program

Paid vacation

Paid sick days

Employee discounted hotel rate- for all Brands within the company

Unionized FTE Benefits

Food and Beverage Discount

RRSP Match

Tool and shoe reimbursement

Competitive Medical and dental benefits

Competitive Extended health care coverage

Various employee perks and benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Competitive Short term disability

program

Paid vacation

Paid sick days

Employee discounted hotel rate- for all Brands within the company

Unionized PTE Benefits

Food and Beverage Discount

Employee discounted hotel rate

Tool and shoe reimbursement

Various employee perks and benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Upon submitting your application, please ensure you complete a full application in addition to attaching a resume. Incomplete applications received will not be considered.