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FRONT OFFICE SUPERVISOR

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
uniform provided
Free Meals
Recognition celebrations
vacation days
Discounted parking
flexible schedule
Education Assistance

Job Description

Hyatt Regency Columbus is a modern urban hotel located in the vibrant Arena District of downtown Columbus, Ohio. Positioned within walking distance of major attractions such as Nationwide Arena and the Greater Columbus Convention Center, it offers 633 recently renovated guest rooms and spacious suites to accommodate business travelers, tourists, and local guests alike. The hotel boasts 70,000 square feet of flexible meeting space, making it a premier venue for conferences, events, and social gatherings. Being connected directly to the convention center and just steps away from the trendy Short North Arts District, Hyatt Regency Columbus offers a prime location that combines convenience, style, and excitement for visitors to the city. The hotel is committed to redefining the modern hotel experience by delivering exceptional guest service and state-of-the-art amenities in a welcoming and vibrant environment.

The role of Front Desk Supervisor at Hyatt Regency Columbus is a dynamic leadership position within the Guest Services department. This position is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the Front Desk, Bell, and Front Drive areas to ensure a seamless and cohesive guest experience. The supervisor plays a key role in coordinating between Front Office, Valet, and Guest Services teams, serving as a liaison to elevate the arrival and departure processes for guests. Key responsibilities include supervising guest services colleagues, managing scheduling, payroll, attendance, coaching, and taking corrective actions when necessary. The Front Desk Supervisor also provides hands-on leadership during shifts, engaging with guests throughout the lobby and front drive to create memorable and personalized experiences.

This role is particularly focused on the Bellstand and guest service side of front desk operations, requiring strong guest service orientation, recovery skills, and a passion for hospitality. The supervisor assists guests with hotel information, local recommendations, transportation coordination, luggage assistance, and other concierge-style service requests. They are trained to support Front Office duties during busy times or staffing shortages, helping with front desk coverage and guest recovery. The position demands excellent communication and organizational skills to ensure operational success and alignment across front-of-house teams.

The Front Desk Supervisor opportunity offers a fast-paced environment that requires continuous physical activity, including standing for extended periods and moderate lifting (up to 30 pounds). The role demands a fun, energized, and hands-on leader who thrives in a highly visible position with extensive guest interaction. Hyatt Regency Columbus values empathy, integrity, respect, inclusion, experimentation, and wellbeing, which form the foundation of its workplace culture. This role is ideal for individuals passionate about hospitality, looking to grow into future hotel leadership roles while making a positive impact on both guests and colleagues.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Previous supervisory experience in a hotel setting preferred
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to lead, coach, and develop team members
  • Excellent organizational and scheduling abilities
  • Ability to handle physical requirements including standing for long periods and moderate lifting
  • Flexible availability including nights, weekends, and holidays
  • Commitment to guest service excellence
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced and highly visible environment
  • Passion for hospitality and teamwork
  • Proficiency with scheduling and payroll systems
  • Demonstrated problem-solving and conflict resolution skills

Job Qualifications

  • Previous hotel supervisory experience preferred, ideally within Front Office, Guest Services, Bell, Valet, or Rooms Operations
  • Strong passion for hospitality and creating elevated guest experiences
  • Previous experience leading teams, coaching colleagues, and driving accountability
  • Strong organizational and administrative skills including scheduling and payroll management
  • Ability to communicate effectively across multiple departments and operational levels
  • Refined verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong customer service orientation and guest recovery capabilities
  • Comfortable working in highly visible, fast-paced environment
  • Ability to work flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays
  • Fun, energized, and hands-on leader
  • Committed to delivering high level of customer service and colleague support
  • Capable of standing long periods and performing moderate physical activity
  • Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 30lbs.

Job Duties

  • Responsible for the daily oversight of the Front Desk, Bell, and Front Drive experience
  • Ensuring seamless coordination between Front Office and Valet operations
  • Supervise Guest Services colleagues including Bell Attendants, Desk Agents, and other front-of-house roles
  • Manage scheduling, payroll, attendance tracking, coaching conversations, performance documentation, and corrective action
  • Work closely with Guest Services Leads to ensure operational success and colleague support
  • Provide hands-on leadership within the lobby and front drive while maintaining strong guest engagement
  • Assist guests with hotel information, local recommendations, transportation coordination, luggage assistance, and personalized service requests
  • Support Front Office operations including guest recovery and front desk coverage during high volume periods
  • Ensure strong communication and operational alignment across all front-of-house departments
  • Maintain high visibility in the lobby to proactively engage guests and create memorable experiences
  • Demonstrate strong guest service recovery skills and resolve guest concerns with professionalism and urgency
  • Coordinate We Care service recovery efforts with other departments
  • Perform physical tasks including standing for long periods and moderate lifting
  • Process forms of payment, respond to guest inquiries, and upsell hotel rooms.

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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