Front Office Manager, SLS South Beach

From our dazzling location in the heart of Miami, Ennismore offers both our staff and our guests a hip, cutting-edge experience in the world of hotels as theater. We have an exciting job opportunity to join our team as a Front Office Manager, located at SLS South Beach, Miami. JOIN THE TEAM TODAY!

Job Purpose:

The Front Office Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the Front Office Department, Guest Services and VIP Departments ensuring that guest and employee satisfaction exceeds expectations while delivering profitable results to owners and investors. Ensure that front desk and communications meet hotel standards for maximum guest satisfaction.  Act as the main contact for guests and other hotel departments

Duties & Functions:

• Plan, organize, facilitate, attend and/or participate in various hotel and departmental meetings.
• Ensure compliance of brand standards, operating procedures and policies
• Determines the direction, support, training and tools by being a consistent relationship builder to ensure the sense of empowerment necessary to provide win/win decisions for any internal/external customer challenges that may arise
• Directs all activities of the front office and communicates with other departments to ensure complete guest and associate satisfaction
• Participates in Fire Safety and Loss Prevention programs
• Continuously evaluates the performance of Front Office Management and staff taking corrective actions when necessary
• Conducts interviews for all front office positions
• Conducts all necessary coaching and counseling
• Conducts all onboarding and training
• Facilitates the training and development of all employees to SLS standards
• Monitors and reviews guest comments via the Pulse Report to identify areas for improvement and shares with staff to assist in improving guest satisfaction, guest relations and guest loyalty scores and responds directly to guest as necessary
• Monitors availability and occupancy on a daily basis and constantly communicates with revenue manager to resolve any challenging issues
• Track and maintain records of all guest issues and recovery from Tripadvisor/Yelp/ Google/Guest Alerts/Glitch Log/Revinate/ ReviewPro in Nuvola.
• Any other reasonable duties as assigned by the supervisor or manager
• We recognize we are in the hospitality industry and that may require us to provide lateral service.  We will on occasion call for each individual in the team to on a routine basis perform various related tasks as needed in the spirit of providing exceptional service

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, to provide clear direction to the venue teams.
• Communicate with employees using a positive and clear speaking voice, listen to and understand requests, respond with appropriate actions and provide accurate information.
• Remain calm and alert, especially during emergency situations and/or heavy restaurant activity, serving as a role model for team and other employees. Interact with other department personnel and venue staff as needed.
• Make decisions and take actions based on previous experience and good judgment, sometimes revising procedures to accommodate unusual situations.

To be aware of and ensure constant compliance with all necessary operational policies including:

• Health and Safety
• Food Hygiene
• Maintenance
• Emergency Procedures
• Liquor Licensing

SUPPORTIVE FUNCTIONS

In addition to performance of the essential functions, this position may be required to perform a combination of the following supportive functions, with the percentage of time performing each function to be solely determined by the supervisor based upon the particular requirements of the company.

• Attend mandatory meetings including divisional meetings, staff meetings, etc.
• Participate in community events and ensure corporate social responsibility goals of the company are met.
• Utilize traditional software programs such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint), Silverware, UltiPro, Open Table and any departmental specific systems used.
• Keep work area clean and organized.
• Ensure confidential documents are kept in a secured area.
• When disposing confidential documents that contain any personally identifiable information, they must be shredded or pulverized.
• Complete other duties as assigned by the Director of Front Office.
• Demonstrate positive leadership characteristics, which inspire Team Members to meet and exceed standards.
• Ensure compliance with SLS’s policies and procedures.

OTHER DUTIES

• Assimilate into SLS’s culture through understanding, supporting and participating in all SLS elements. Demonstrate working knowledge of the service standards.
• Regular attendance in conformance with the standards, which may be established by SLS from time to time, is essential to the successful performance of this position.
• Due to the cyclical nature of the hospitality industry, employees may be required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the property.

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) may be required when performing work duties that may have the potential of risk to your health or safety. The restaurant will provide the required PPE. Team members will be trained in the proper use and care of any assigned PPE. It is your responsibility to report defective, damaged or lost PPE, or equipment that does not fit properly, to your Manager.

Requires ability to lift large and heavy packages and boxes and to the ability to load and unload small and large boxes as needed. Must have ability to safely lift minimum of 50 lbs. without assistance and to push and pull up to 150 lbs. with appropriate equipment.

GROOMING/UNIFORMS

All employees must maintain a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance. Specific uniform guidelines and/or required articles of clothing will be explained to you as a part of the orientation process.

OTHER

Additional language ability preferred.

SPECIFIC JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that he or she can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

• High School Diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Minimum four (4) years of management experience in a Front Office Leadership role, preferably in an upscale or lifestyle brand hotel
• Proven team leader with a high level of energy and motivation with a proven track record of living the company's values
• An intermediate to proficient understanding of Computer systems such as: Opera, Alice, Nuvola, Microsoft Word, Excel & Outlook is preferred
• Enter and locate work related information using computers and/or point of sale systems
• Ability to spend extended lengths of time viewing a computer screen
• Possess a gracious, friendly, and fun demeanor
• Ability to multitask, work in a fast-paced environment and have a high level attention to detail
• Maintain positive and productive working relationships with other employees and departments
• Ability to work independently and to partner with others to promote an environment of teamwork
• Must be able to stand or walk a minimum eight-hour shift.
• Must be able observant and quick to respond to various situations while also multitasking and handling stressful situations.
• Must be able to twist, tow (push or pull), reach, bend climb and carry objects as necessary.
• Must have excellent communication skills and be able to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Must be able to work inside and outside at all times of the year as needed, based upon business volumes.
• Knowledge of federal, state and local laws governing equal employment opportunity and civil rights, occupational safety and health, wage and hour issues, and labor relations

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