Assistant Front Office Manager

Do you enjoy meeting people from all over the world Are youpassionate about making a differencein other peoples lives and do you want to be a part of a team that shares your passion

The independently owned elegant Colonnade Hotel is nearby toBostons finest cultural venues and most exciting shops in the heart of Bostons historic Back Bay

If you are interested in joining a fun and dedicated team of hospitality professionals in ahotel that focuses on further developing your skills this could be the right role for you. This position will be responsible for supervising/managing/overseeing the Front Office.

Job Description:

As the Assistant Front Office Manager you will be responsible for assisting in the direction and administration of Front Office operations in the hotels continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service. Together with the Front Office Manager and Director of Front Office you will help coach and support the entire front office. Your meaningful contribution will helpto ensure profitability exceptional service quality and value to each guest throughout their stay. The AFOM also helps to oversee and nurture door and bell staff including selecting training and developing the team.

Additional responsibilities include but arenot limited to guest service and registration (checkin/checkout) room inventory and availability guest service standards and initiatives systems use and management policy andprocedure implementation and enforcement.

To become an integral part of the Front Office Management team you will need:

• Minimum of two years supervisory experience of Front Office or Guest Services management experience at a luxury hotel.
• Ability to motivate Front Office to perform their best work.
• Proficiency in the operation system Opera will be helpful!
• Familiar with Front Office training techniques.
• Understand scheduling to optimize financial performance while meeting guest needs.
• Ensure guest expectations are exceeded through proper employee training.
• Communicate effectively and graciously with Housekeeping Engineering Catering and Sales to ensure groups and special functions are handled smoothly.
• Stay poised and calm under pressure.
• Position will be required to work a varied schedule that includes evenings nights and weekends.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Good knowledge of computers including hospitality software.
• Exceptional detail in followup.
• Create and foster a courteous friendly professional work environment.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to stand for long periods of time and move frequently from area to area. Ability to bend stoop crouch reach with hands and arms. Regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Must be able to stand or walk for an extended period or for an entire work shift in indoor environments.

Must be a selfstarter with a great personality and strong skills.

Think you might be the right fit Wed love to hear from you!

We offer competitive wages comprehensive benefits for fulltime employees and an independently run family owned iconic hotel. Must get along well with others and know that true happiness comes from making others happy! Elevate your career with a role at Back Bays neighborhood gemColonnade Hotel.

The Colonnade values diversity prohibits discrimination and is an equal opportunity employer.