Front Office Manager

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Atlanta, GA, USA
In-Office
50K-60K Annually
Mid level
Travel
The Role
Lead all front-office operations (front desk, concierge, bell/valet), manage budgets and labor, partner with Revenue Management to maximize room revenue, recruit and train staff, ensure brand standard compliance, oversee VIP service and complex guest recovery, and drive Marriott Bonvoy loyalty metrics.
Summary Generated by Built In

Additional Information: This hotel is owned and operated by an independent franchisee, Burgess Hotel Group. The franchisee is a separate company and a separate employer from Marriott International, Inc.  The franchisee solely controls all aspects of the hotel’s employment policies and practices, including hiring, firing, discipline, staffing, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment.  If you accept a position at this hotel, you will be employed by a franchisee and not by Marriott International, Inc.

The Front Office Manager directs all front-of-house operations to ensure a seamless, high-touch boutique guest journey from pre-arrival to departure. This role is responsible for department budgeting, strategic hiring, brand standard compliance across multiple guest-facing touchpoints, and driving elite Marriott Bonvoy loyalty metrics. Core
Responsibilities Strategic Front Office Leadership Oversee total operations: Direct the Front Desk, Guest Services, Concierge, Bell/Door staff, and Valet teams to ensure unified service.
Manage department financials: Own the front office budget, control labor costs, monitor expenses, and approve departmental purchasing.
Optimize inventory & yield: Partner with Revenue Management to drive dynamic upselling programs, maximize Room Revenue, and manage overbooking strategies. Champion brand integrity: Ensure the property bridges its unique indie/boutique identity with Marriott’s rigorous global quality assurances.
Talent Cultivation & Culture Recruit and onboard: Architect the hiring, training, and professional development programs for all front office supervisors and line staff.
Set performance metrics: Conduct formal performance reviews, establish clear service goals, and cultivate a culture of accountability.
Inspire authentic hospitality:
Coach staff to blend efficient operational workflows with warm, unscripted, and highly personalized guest interactions.
Guest Relations & Loyalty Exclusivity Execute elite VIP protocols: Review daily arrival reports to personally oversee VIP, celebrity, and high-tier Marriott Bonvoy guest arrangements.
Master guest data: Leverage Marriott’s guest preference platforms to anticipate needs and customize stays based on historical data. Lead advanced service recovery: Take ultimate ownership of complex guest complaints, implementing creative solutions and long-term retention strategies.
 
Education and Experience
High School Diploma (or GED) plus 4 years of solid experience in guest services, front office, or a highly related hospitality leadership area. OR
: A 4-year bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in Hospitality Management, Hotel Operations, or Business Administration plus 2 years of related experience.
Boutique leadership background: Proven track record as a Assistant Front Office Manager or Front Desk Manager within a lifestyle, luxury, or high-end boutique property.
Essential Skills Marriott systems mastery: Advanced proficiency in Marriott-approved Property Management Systems (PMS) like FOSSE, LIGHTSPEED, or OPERA, alongside guest satisfaction metrics (GSS/Guest View).
Financial acumen: Strong capability in analyzing profit and loss (P&L) statements, labor forecasting, and departmental budgeting.
High emotional intelligence: Superior communication skills required to manage diverse teams, high-profile guests, and stressful operational environments simultaneously.
 
Salary and medical dental, life insurance. $50,000 - 60,000 annually

This company is an equal opportunity employer.

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Skills Required

  • High School Diploma or GED plus 4 years of guest services/front office leadership OR Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Hotel Operations, or Business Administration plus 2 years related experience
  • Proven experience as Assistant Front Office Manager or Front Desk Manager at a lifestyle, luxury, or high-end boutique property
  • Advanced proficiency in Marriott-approved Property Management Systems (FOSSE, LIGHTSPEED, OPERA) and guest satisfaction platforms (GSS/Guest View)
  • Strong financial acumen including P&L analysis, labor forecasting, departmental budgeting, and expense control
  • Experience recruiting, onboarding, training, and conducting performance reviews for front office teams
  • Proven ability to manage VIP/elite guest protocols and advanced guest service recovery
  • High emotional intelligence and superior communication skills for managing diverse teams and high-profile guests

Marriott International  Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Marriott International  and has not been reviewed or approved by Marriott International .

  • Retirement Support Retirement programs include a 401(k) with a company match and related financial wellness resources seen as competitive. This support is complemented by savings tools that reinforce long-term financial security.
  • Healthcare Strength Health coverage offers flexible medical plans, disability and life insurance, and access to mental health and wellness resources. Short-term disability and basic life coverage are described as included for many full-time hourly roles.
  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits Travel and lifestyle perks include substantial hotel, food and beverage, spa, retail, and golf discounts for employees and families. Additional programs like tuition assistance and wellness initiatives reinforce non-cash value.

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The Company
HQ: Washington, DC
185,619 Employees

What We Do

Marriott International, Inc. is based in Bethesda, Maryland, USA, and encompasses a portfolio of more than 7,500 properties in 30 leading hotel brands spanning 132 countries and territories. Its heritage can be traced to a root beer stand opened in Washington, D.C., in 1927 by J. Willard and Alice S. Marriott. Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Marriott International does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, state or local laws. Community Guidelines: We reserve the right to remove without any notice content that we determine in our sole discretion is offensive or illegal, contains personally identifiable information, trademarks or copyrights belonging to a third party, advertises a third party’s products or services, or is otherwise inappropriate. Application Tips: We encourage job seekers to protect themselves from email and recruiting scams. Please note: 1) We do not accept applications via email or fax; 2) We never ask for money as part of the application process; 3) We only contact job applicants from approved email domains. Please find more information about Marriott International’s job application process and approved email address domains here: http://www.careers.marriott.com/tips-for-applying/

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