Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Flexible Schedule
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Professional development opportunities
Job Description
Meeting Street Inn is a distinguished boutique hotel located in the heart of Charleston, South Carolina. Known for its rich history, elegant accommodations, and personalized service, this establishment prides itself on creating a welcoming atmosphere where guests can experience the charm and hospitality that Charleston is famous for. Meeting Street Inn combines historic architecture with modern amenities, providing guests with an exceptional stay marked by comfort and attention to detail. The hotel features beautifully appointed guest rooms, unique event spaces, and is ideally situated close to the city's top attractions, dining, and cultural experiences. This blend of classic Southern charm... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum 3 years experience in front office operations, including supervisory or managerial roles
- Experience with front office accounting practices
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Ability to handle guest complaints professionally
- Capability to manage staff schedules and training programs
- Ability to stand for long periods
- Flexibility to work varied shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays
- Knowledge of safety and emergency procedures
- Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to work effectively under pressure
- Must be able to interact professionally with local safety and emergency agencies
Job Qualifications
- 3 years experience as a guest service agent, supervisor or manager, preferably with a full-service property
- Management experience required
- Front office accounting experience
- Must have experience at properties of similar size and quality
- Proficiency in Microsoft applications is required
- Verifiable record improving guest service and satisfaction
- Clear, concise written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent service and communication skills
- Strong technical skills
- Excellent time management skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Computer and telephone skills required
- Excellent listening skills
- Exceptional detail in follow-up
- Excellent safety and sanitation skills
- Creative problem solving skills
- Basic mathematical skills required
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to sell concepts and ideas to management, peers, and employees
- Ability to clearly and concisely present technical subjects
- Demonstrate ability to lead by example
- Abilities to inspire, train, and develop people for promotion
- The ability to work well as a team as well as individually at times
- Ability to multi-task in a high paced environment
- Ability to read, speak, write, and understand English
- Must be adaptable and flexible to change
- Ability to work a flexible schedule and be able to work weekends and holidays
- To remain calm and professional at all times
- Ability to work under varying weather conditions
- Be able to make quick decisions and possess good judgment
Job Duties
- Responsible for the adherence and enforcement of all hotel policies and procedures
- Responsible for maintaining the highest levels of professionalism and decorum amongst all the staff
- Monitor inventory control and ordering procedures for front office and guest supplies
- Organize and execute all training of front desk agents
- Oversee front desk agent scheduling and requests
- Perform coaching and counseling of all front desk agents, night auditors and PBX operators as needed to enforce standards
- Creates a comprehensive training program instilling a culture of service and follow through
- Acts as a liaison between the front office and the reservations/sales team
- Is intimately involved in troubleshooting and drilling down to determine and eliminate guest issues
- Actively participate in cleanliness of all facilities
- Handle any guest complaint or issue in a professional manner
- Documents and communicates associate challenges
- Complete a daily MOD report to communicate guest opportunities and other information
- Assist the front desk with all aspects of operations including check-in and check-out process
- Maintain excellent relations with all local, state, city and federal police agencies and fire marshals
- Review all potential safety and security issues and implement corrective action steps
- Responsible for knowing all emergency procedures
- Conduct walk-throughs of the property at a minimum of twice per day
- Assist in projects and other duties as directed by the director of operations and the general manager
- Coach associates how to resolve and de-escalate conflicts
- Instill a calm, organized approach in all situations
- Assists in welcoming and escorting VIPs and other guests
- Assist as manager on duty at the hotel
- Assume responsibility/accountability
- Work closely with housekeeping, engineering, catering and sales to assure groups and special functions are handled smoothly
- Must be able to stand for long periods of time
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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