Director of Guest Services - Ka Haku, a Hilton Club

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Salary
Range $83,000.00 - $108,000.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
Flexible
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Benefits

Dental Insurance
employee discount
Health Insurance
401(k) matching
Paid Time Off
Opportunities for advancement
Vision Insurance
Life insurance

Job Description

Hilton Grand Vacations (HGV) is a prominent leader in the vacation ownership industry, known for its dedication to innovation, exceptional quality, and sustained growth. Operating premier resort environments across various attractive destinations, HGV provides an enriching experience for its Owners, Members, and Guests through thoughtfully designed vacation properties and outstanding customer service. As part of the Hilton family, the company emphasizes building a strong, diverse workforce that fosters a culture of excellence and work-life balance. HGV has been recognized with four out of five stars for its family-friendly workplace benefits and has been named one of Newsweek's "America's Greatest Workplaces for Parents & Families." The company values loyalty and exceptional service, which is reflected in the accolades earned over the past three decades by its dedicated Team Members across resorts, call centers, and corporate offices.

The Director of Guest Services at Hilton Grand Vacations plays a pivotal role in overseeing all Front Office operations to guarantee efficient, consistent, and highly responsive service delivery in a luxury resort setting. This leadership role is essential for maintaining the highest standards of guest interaction, team performance, and coordination among all guest-facing departments. The Director is responsible for ensuring that guests experience seamless and memorable stays by managing organized processes, effective communication, and reliable service across the Front Office. This position commands a salary range of $83,000 to $108,000 annually and is eligible for a corporate bonus, highlighting its significance within the organizational structure.

This role involves a broad scope of responsibilities including monitoring guest feedback, resolving service issues promptly, managing room inventory in partnership with Housekeeping and other departments, and leading team development efforts such as staffing, scheduling, performance management, and policy adherence. The Director also manages departmental budgets and operational resources to sustain efficient, predictable business performance while maintaining strong vendor relations to support operational needs.

The role demands strong leadership skills, organizational abilities, and a proactive problem-solving mindset to handle multiple priorities effectively in a structured, policy-driven hospitality environment. Clear and professional communication, collaboration with various departments, and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications are essential to succeed. The company values ongoing professional growth, offering numerous learning and advancement opportunities, as well as an excellent benefits package from day one. The Director of Guest Services benefits from access to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401k plan with company match, life insurance, company stock purchase programs, and a generous Team Member Travel program with discounted rates at thousands of properties globally.

Joining Hilton Grand Vacations means becoming part of a team passionate about helping guests create unforgettable vacation memories. The company supports diversity and inclusion, providing accommodations for individuals with disabilities throughout the employment process. The culture at HGV empowers Team Members with a flexible paid time off plan for managers and above, recognition programs, financial wellness initiatives, and travel discounts—all fostering an engaging and rewarding work environment where excellence in guest services is celebrated and promoted.

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or college diploma preferred
  • 7 plus years of related experience preferred
  • 6 plus years of managerial experience preferred
  • Prior experience working in a timeshare ownership environment preferred
  • Previous experience in a luxury resort setting preferred
  • Familiarity with budgeting and operational reporting preferred
  • CPR/First Aid certification preferred
  • Bilingual in Japanese and English (read speak write) preferred

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • 5 plus years of related experience ideally in Front Office or Guest Services
  • 4 plus years of managerial experience preferably in hospitality or a similar setting
  • Prior Front Office or Guest Services leadership experience
  • Proven leadership skills with ability to support and guide teams effectively
  • Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities
  • Proven problem solving and decision making abilities
  • Clear and professional communication skills
  • Ability to collaborate well with other departments
  • Experience working in a structured policy driven environment
  • Proficiency in ms office and related applications

Job Duties

  • Leads Front Office operations with focus on organized processes reliable service delivery and clear communication across departments
  • Monitors guest feedback and operational performance to ensure service expectations are met and issues are resolved promptly
  • Ensures accurate room inventory management and effective partnership with Housekeeping and other departments
  • Oversees team development staffing scheduling performance management and adherence to company policies
  • Manages departmental budgets and operational resources to support efficient and predictable business performance
  • Maintains strong vendor relations and ensures external partners support operational needs
  • Performs other duties as required

Job Criteria

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)


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