Director of Guest Services

Davidson Hospitality Group

$80K — $95K *
Hospitality & Recreation
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Strong quantitative and verbal skills at the college level.
  • Bachelor's degree or 4 years of relevant management experience.
  • Excellent time management abilities.
  • Proficient in negotiation skills.
  • Capable of leading independent departments effectively.
  • Knowledge of local employment regulations and hospitality laws.
  • Prior experience handling cash and financial transactions.
  • Fluency in English with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee front desk, bell staff, and overall guest services operations.
  • Maximize hotel revenue and boost productivity levels.
  • Select, train, and develop team members for optimal performance.
  • Establish and maintain high-quality service standards.
  • Forecast and prepare annual budgets for the department.
  • Actively engage with guests to address their needs and enhance satisfaction.
  • Ensure compliance with local laws and regulations in all service areas.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical coverage options.
  • Dental and vision insurance provided.
  • Access to 24/7 TeleDoc services.
  • Free maintenance medications for employees.
  • Pet insurance available for employees' furry friends.
  • Exclusive hotel discounts for staff.
  • Tuition reimbursement to support employees' education.
  • Paid time off that includes vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
  • 401K match to help secure employees' financial futures.
Full Job Description
Overview

Are you ready to lead an exceptional hospitality team and drive both guest satisfaction and revenue? The Director of Guest Services is responsible for overseeing the operation of front desk, bell staff, and guest services; maximizing hotel revenue and productivity; selecting, training and developing team members; establishing and maintaining quality service levels while maximizing profits; forecasting and budgeting. Personally demonstrate a commitment to customer service by soliciting and responding promptly to guest needs as well as going above and beyond to delight the guests.

Qualifications

  • College level reasoning, math, and language skills.


  • Bachelor's degree or 4 years department management experience in rooms division or related disciplines.


  • Time management skills.


  • Negotiation abilities.


  • Ability to manage and lead each department independently.


  • Ability to direct rooms division according to employment and Innkeeper laws of the jurisdiction.


  • Prior cash handling experience necessary.


  • Ability to communicate effectively with the public and other employees.


  • Read, write and speak English fluently.


  • No employee will pose a direct threat to the health/safety of self or others.


Benefits

In keeping with the company's heritage of delivering value to its owners and team members, Davidson offers a rich benefit program with a variety of benefits designed to enrich the lives and well-being of our team members and their families.
  • Multiple Tiers of Medical Coverage
  • Dental & Vision Coverage
  • 24/7 Teledoc service
  • Free Maintenance Medications
  • Pet Insurance
  • Hotel Discounts
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement, and Holidays).
  • 401K Match

Working at Davidson is like nowhere else. It's less of a job, more of a calling. It's part career, part revolution. Because whatever you do here, you play a part in helping redefine the way quality hospitality is delivered to our guests, our clients, our partners, and each other.

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