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Front Office Manager

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $16.00 - $18.25
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
accident insurance
critical illness insurance
401k

Job Description

Holiday Inn Express Charlotte Airport located at 108 Airport Commons Dr, Charlotte, NC 28208 is part of the Maya Hotels family, a well-established hospitality company known for its commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences and operational excellence. Maya Hotels represents a portfolio of respected hotel brands including Holiday Inn Express, Candlewood Suites, Avid Hotel, Tru, Hilton Garden Inn, Hampton Inn, and Aloft, all of which are recognized for their quality and dedication to customer satisfaction. Maya Hotels prides itself on creating a welcoming and supportive work environment, fostering career development opportunities for its team members, and operating in a manner that enhances guest satisfaction and business growth. Their dedication to excellence and innovation sets them apart in the hospitality industry, making them a preferred employer and an ideal partner for travel and accommodation needs.

We are currently seeking a dedicated Front Office Manager for the Holiday Inn Express Charlotte Airport location. This role is crucial in managing front desk operations and leading a high-performing team of front office staff including receptionists, concierge, and bell staff. The Front Office Manager is responsible for ensuring an efficient and warm check-in and check-out process, handling guest inquiries with professionalism, and overseeing reservations and revenue management to maximize occupancy and profitability. The position requires leadership skills to set performance expectations, conduct evaluations, and foster a positive work environment that supports excellent guest service. You will collaborate with other hotel departments to maintain seamless operations and uphold hotel standards related to security, safety, and compliance.

The role also involves budgeting and financial management duties, such as controlling front office costs, monitoring departmental expenses, and analyzing financial reports to drive revenue optimization. Maya Hotels offers a competitive salary with performance-based bonuses and values work-life balance by providing paid time off. Employees enjoy comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, accident and critical illness coverage, and a 401K retirement plan with employer contributions. Additionally, employees benefit from various perks such as referral programs and hotel discounts, along with opportunities for career growth within the Maya Hotels organization. Working at Maya Hotels means joining a friendly, supportive team dedicated to excellence and guest satisfaction. The position requires a willingness to work varied schedules including nights, weekends, and holidays, reflecting the dynamic nature of the hospitality industry and commitment to guest service excellence.

Job Requirements

  • Education bachelor's degree in hospitality management or related field preferred
  • Experience 2+ years of supervisory experience in front office guest services hospitality management or in a similar leadership role
  • Leadership strong ability to train mentor and manage front office staff effectively
  • Guest relations strong ability to interact with guests resolve complaints and enhance guest experiences
  • Problem-solving ability to think clearly under pressure and make quick effective decisions
  • Technical proficiency familiarity with hotel property management systems (PMS) and reservation software
  • Revenue and financial acumen understanding of revenue management budgeting and reporting
  • Flexibility willingness to work varied schedules including nights weekends and holidays

Job Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in hospitality management or related field preferred
  • 2+ years of supervisory experience in front office guest services hospitality management or in a similar leadership role
  • Strong ability to train mentor and manage front office staff effectively
  • Strong ability to interact with guests resolve complaints and enhance guest experiences
  • Ability to think clearly under pressure and make quick effective decisions
  • Familiarity with hotel property management systems (PMS) and reservation software
  • Understanding of revenue management budgeting and reporting
  • Willingness to work varied schedules including nights weekends and holidays

Job Duties

  • Supervise and train front desk staff including receptionists concierge and bell staff
  • Set clear performance expectations conduct regular evaluations and provide coaching
  • Foster a positive team-oriented work environment that enhances guest services
  • Ensure a warm and efficient check-in and check-out process for all guests
  • Handle guest inquiries requests and concerns with professionalism and efficiency
  • Monitor guest feedback addressing service improvements and implementing corrective actions
  • Oversee reservation processes ensuring accuracy and efficiency in bookings
  • Implement strategic pricing and upselling opportunities to maximize occupancy and revenue
  • Monitor room availability arrivals and departures to facilitate smooth operations
  • Develop and enforce standard operating procedures for the front office team
  • Maintain accurate records of guest accounts financial transactions and room inventory
  • Enforce hotel policies security measures and emergency procedures to ensure guest safety
  • Assist in preparing and managing the front office budget to control costs effectively
  • Monitor departmental expenses optimizing resource allocation and inventory management
  • Analyze financial reports and implement strategies to maximize revenue and minimize expenses

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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