Assistant Front Office Manager- OEM

About Us An iconic hotel in Greenwich, the Hyatt Regency Greenwich has been fully re-imagined, creating a new and unique experience in Fairfield County. With a strong emphasis on art, design, storytelling, and innovation, our hotel embodies the rich cultural and natural tapestries of Greenwich, expressing the comforts of home with the history of Greenwich as its creative lens. At the Hyatt Regency Greenwich, we believe that the charm and history of Connecticut is a source of inspiration to all. That's why we've created a hotel experience that puts collaboration at the heart of everything we do. Join our team and be inspired when you enjoy all the benefits of a home away from home. Our local associates benefits including a hot meal in our associate cafeteria, free parking, access to our fitness center and pool, as well as discounts at Hop Scotch Salon. Don't meet every single requirement of this job? At HEI we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to still send in your information. You may be the perfect candidate for this or for other roles within our organization! We value U.S. military experience and invite all qualified military candidates to apply. Overview Essential Duties and Responsibilities Ensure efficient guest registration, checkout, guest service, and telephone service, while ensuring all brand standards are being applied. Implement company and franchise programs. Prepare forecasts and reports and assist in the development of the Rooms Division budget. Monitor and maintain the front office systems and equipment to ensure their optimum performance. Track guest satisfaction surveys and maximize usage of the guest response tracking system. Provide training for entry level associates and supervisors. Develop and implement controls for expense management. Utilize labor management tools to schedule and control labor costs. Interview, hire, train, develop, resolve problems, provide open communication, and recommend discipline and/or termination when appropriate of staff members. Ensure timely completion of performance appraisals. Communicate both verbally and in writing to provide clear direction to staff. Interact positively with customers and take action to resolve problems to maintain a high level of customer satisfaction and quality. Ensure compliance of front office, guest service, and PBX standard operating procedures and policies. Ensure all Front Office Quality Standards are complied with and are consistently applied. Coordinate activities with other hotel departments in order to facilitate increased levels of communication and guest satisfaction. Assist in the daily maintenance of room inventory status to achieve optimal levels of revenues while maintaining high levels of guest expectations. Maintain all front desk related equipment and a par stock of supplies. Resolve customer complaints; anticipate potential problems by reviewing and monitoring complaints, operational issues, business flow and associate performance to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction and quality. Develop strong relations with the sales team to discuss and implement sales strategies to continually improve occupancy levels and revenues. Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis. Perform any other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills Education and Experience:

Minimum 1 year of front desk experience. High School diploma or equivalent required. Hotel experience preferred. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Proficient with PMS system and computer literacy a must. Advanced knowledge of brand's reward program. Able to handle cash and credit transactions. Maintain a professional appearance and manner at all times. Must possess thorough knowledge of all front office operations and individual job requirements. Able to effectively deal with internal and external customers, some of whom will require high level of patience, tact, and diplomacy to defuse anger and collect accurate information and resolve conflicts. Able to manage multiple tasks at all times and have excellent organizational skills. General knowledge of local area attractions and transportation. Must be able to stand up for 4 or more hours at a time with or without reasonable accommodation. Able to observe and detect signs of emergency situations. Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and customers. Able to remain calm and alert during emergency situations and/or heavy hotel activity, serving as a role model for clerks and other associates. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Ability to adapt communication style to suit different audiences, such as effectively communicating with supervisors, coworkers, public etc.

Compensation Salary Range:

$65,000.00 - $75,000.00 Annually Tipped/Service Charge Eligible? No Discretionary Performance Bonus Eligible? No Benefits HEI Hotels and Resorts is committed to providing a comprehensive benefit program that offers you choices for your physical, mental and financial wellness, creating value in your most important investment - you! For your physical and mental wellness we offer competitive Medical and Dental programs through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as Vision insurance programs through EyeMed. Our Vacation, Sick and Holiday programs are available for you to rejuvenate with time off. HEI also provides pet insurance through the ASPCA. For your financial wellness, HEI provides a wide array of coverage, including Supplemental, Spousal and Child Life insurance as well as Short and Long-Term Disability plans. Our 401(k) Savings Plan with matching funds, and discounts through our 'YouDecide' and Hotel Room Discount programs provide additional incentives for choosing HEI as the employer of your future. Specific details and eligibility of these programs vary by location and employment status. HEI Hotels and Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. Welcome to HEI Hotels and Resorts' Career Page. We invite you to explore the current job openings that our company has to offer and to apply for any positions that are of interest to you. Don't see any current openings that align with your interests? Join our talent community to stay in touch with HEI and receive job alerts for opportunities that may be a match for you. Recognizing that our success starts and ends with our associates under our pioneering culture of HEI Loves, we invest in and develop the most passionate and talented people in our industry. We show our "love" to our associates by providing market-leading compensation packages, generous PTO and flex-time initiatives, outstanding career development and advancement opportunities, and job-appropriate assets and resources. We're always looking for associates who share our passion for hospitality. With a variety of world-class brands in our portfolio, hotel locations throughout the United States, and an unparalleled suite of tools, technology, and training, we're able to provide our associates with a truly unique opportunity to grow and build their future. Find the career that aligns with your goals by beginning your online search today. Work today, get paid today! We proudly partner with DailyPay, a voluntary benefit that allows our associates access to their earnings when they want them.