Front Office Manager

Posted 2 Days Ago
Be an Early Applicant
New York, NY, USA
In-Office
70K-70K Annually
Mid level
Agency • Professional Services • Consulting • Hospitality
The Role
Leads daily operations across Front Office, Telecommunications, Bell/Door, and Concierge departments in a luxury hotel. Manages staffing, scheduling, payroll, labor costs, guest service recovery, cash and credit procedures, performance reviews, employee development, safety, service standards, occupancy forecasting, and departmental profitability.
Summary Generated by Built In
The Front Office Manager will lead the daily operation of the Front Office, Telecommunications, Bell/Door, and Concierge departments, ensuring extraordinary guest service and department profitability. This person will direct, coach, and develop the team while implementing standards, driving performance, and ensuring that every guest interaction reflects the property's commitment to complete guest satisfaction. The ideal candidate is a strong operational leader with excellent communication skills, business acumen, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced luxury hospitality environment.

Responsibilities
  • Manage the daily activities of the Front Office, Telecommunications, Bell/Door, and Concierge departments, ensuring alignment with hotel service standards and financial goals.
  • Participate in and lead departmental meetings to gather and share relevant operational information.
  • Oversee scheduling of all Front Office personnel, ensuring optimal coverage and service consistency.
  • Manage payroll and control labor costs in alignment with established Labor Standards.
  • Administer the corporate airline mileage program and marketing promotions involving the Front Office.
  • Ensure staff adherence to all credit and cash handling policies and procedures to reduce bad debts and rebates; perform quality audits and implement corrective action when needed.
  • Support team members in handling guest issues, escalations, and service recovery in a professional and timely manner.
  • Foster positive employee relations and promote strong inter- and intra-departmental collaboration; model this behavior for other managers and line staff within the Front Office.
  • Proactively address operational issues, seek employee input, develop resolution plans, and follow up with feedback and encouragement.
  • Ensure Front Office personnel actively participate in all property safety awareness programs.
  • Ensure department supervisors are dependable, accessible, and project a positive, professional, and polite attitude at all times.
  • Conduct and deliver timely performance reviews for the Front Office team.
  • Ensure all staff adhere to the Hotel's established standard operating procedures.
  • Administer discipline within the Front Office in a fair, firm, and consistent manner.
  • Develop and manage recognition programs within the Front Office, ensuring prompt and consistent administration.
  • Maintain impeccable grooming standards for all Front Office employees, including proper uniform and nametag compliance.
  • Monitor occupancy and pace forecasts, planning staffing and operations accordingly to maximize service and revenue.


Requirements
    Required qualifications:
    • Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management or related degree.

    • Minimum of two to five years of experience in the Department.

    • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and manage a large, diverse workforce.

    • Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate staff and foster professional development.

    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

    • Strong analytical skills, with the ability to monitor occupancy trends and pace forecasts.

    • Solid understanding of Front Office systems (PMS), credit/cash procedures, and hotel operations.

    • Ability to promote a positive, service-oriented culture aligned with luxury hospitality standards.


  • Physical Requirements:

    • Constant standing and walking throughout the shift. 

  • Due to visa restrictions, at the moment we are only accepting candidates from Mexico and Canada. The limitation on Mexican and Canadian nationals is a legal requirement tied to the specifics of the TN visa, not a preference of the employer.


Benefits

  • TN Visa provided

  • 70,000 USD Annual Gross Income 

  • Accommodation provided during 1st month at the hotel

  • 2 Weeks of Vacation after 1 year

  • 7 sick days per year

  • 401(K) Company Match after 6 months

  • Medical insurance (after 60 days)

  • Flight from home city to USA



Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management or a related field
  • Two to five years of experience in the department
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
  • Experience managing a large, diverse workforce
  • Strong leadership skills and ability to motivate staff and foster professional development
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong analytical skills, including monitoring occupancy trends and pace forecasts
  • Understanding of Front Office systems, credit and cash procedures, and hotel operations
  • Ability to promote a positive, service-oriented culture aligned with luxury hospitality standards
  • Ability to stand and walk constantly throughout the shift
  • Nationality from Mexico or Canada due to TN visa restrictions
Am I A Good Fit?
beta
Get Personalized Job Insights.
Our AI-powered fit analysis compares your resume with a job listing so you know if your skills & experience align.

The Company
4 Employees
Year Founded: 2020

What We Do

Homma Talent is an international hospitality recruitment firm dedicated to bridging the labor shortage in the United States by connecting exceptional companies with outstanding Mexican and Canadian talent. They provide tailored hospitality solutions and specialized consultancy to hotels, utilizing TN visas to facilitate smooth international career transitions and foster excellence and growth within the North American hospitality market.

Similar Jobs

PwC Logo PwC

Front Office Strategy Consulting - Pharma Life Sciences Customer Analytics - Manager

Artificial Intelligence • Professional Services • Business Intelligence • Consulting • Cybersecurity • Generative AI
Hybrid
9 Locations
370000 Employees
99K-232K Annually

PwC Logo PwC

Front Office Strategy Consulting - Sales Strategy Manager

Artificial Intelligence • Professional Services • Business Intelligence • Consulting • Cybersecurity • Generative AI
Hybrid
9 Locations
370000 Employees
99K-232K Annually
In-Office
New York, NY, USA
687 Employees
65K-75K Annually

Seminole Hard Rock Entertainment, Inc. Logo Seminole Hard Rock Entertainment, Inc.

Manager, Front Office

Food • Gaming • Travel • Hospitality
In-Office
New York, NY, USA
20000 Employees
80K-146K Annually

Similar Companies Hiring

Northslope Thumbnail
Artificial Intelligence • Information Technology • Software • Analytics • Consulting • Generative AI
London, GB
100 Employees
PRIMA Thumbnail
Travel • Software • Marketing Tech • Hospitality • eCommerce
US
15 Employees
Fairly Even Thumbnail
Hardware • Robotics • Sales • Software • Hospitality
New York, NY
30 Employees

Sign up now Access later

Create Free Account

Please log in or sign up to report this job.

Create Free Account