Hyatt Place San Jose Downtown - Director Front Office OEM

Aimbridge Hospitality

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

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business or Hospitality Management; 5+ years in Front Office management at a 500+ room hotel preferred, or Associate's degree with 3+ years required.
  • Experience with specific brand and OnQ PMS Certification preferred.
  • Director-level experience or notable brand familiarity sought.

Responsibilities

  • Direct all Guest Services operations including guest registration and service standards.
  • Monitor and develop team performance through supervision and professional growth initiatives.
  • Assess service trends and implement improvements for guest satisfaction.
  • Implement marketing strategies to boost room occupancy and revenue.
  • Manage corporate marketing programs and ensure their alignment with local initiatives.
  • Keep staff updated on hotel products, services, and local events.
  • Analyze daily reports and make data-driven decisions.

Benefits

  • Daily Pay option available after hiring.
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Income.
  • Term Life and AD&D Insurance included.
  • Generous Paid Time Off policy.
  • Employee Assistance Program offered.
  • 401k Retirement Plan available.
Full Job Description
Step into the spotlight as our Director of Front Office! You'll lead and energize the entire Front Office team to create memorable guest experiences and keep the hotel running smoothly. With a sharp eye on both stellar service and smart finances, you'll support guest loyalty efforts and lend your expertise to room operations and reporting whenever needed.

This position is an overtime eligible manager (OEM), overtime does apply and is calculated accordingly.

KEY SKILLS & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Operation Maestro: Directs all things Front Office, from guest check-in/check-out wizardry to managing room inventory, upholding brand standards, and ensuring profitability through smart budgeting and policy enforcement.
  • Team Champion: Coaches, motivates, and grows the Front Office crew with supervision, counseling, evaluations, and recognition-plus recruits, interviews, and trains new stars!
  • Guest Satisfaction Guru: Monitors guest service trends, addresses issues with a smile, and resolves concerns to keep guests raving about their stay.
  • Revenue Rockstar: Launches creative marketing and up-selling strategies to fill rooms and boost revenue, while keeping the team up-to-date on all hotel happenings and promotions.
  • Crisis Commander: Stays emergency-ready with certifications, leads daily reporting and decision-making, participates in Manager on Duty shifts, and steps up for any project or challenge thrown their way.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

  • At least 6 years progressive experience in front desk leadership; or a 4-year college degree and at least 4 to 5 years of related experience; or a 2-year college degree and at least 5 to 6 years of related experience.
  • Specific brand experience/OnQ [PMS - property management] Certification (as defined by property), 500+ room experience, and/or previous director level experience preferred.
  • Excellent communication, problem-solving, and multitasking skills, with the ability to meet deadlines and manage complex issues.
  • Proficient with Windows Operating Systems and capable of analyzing and using financial and data information.


After an initial waiting period, those hired into full time positions are eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes the following:

  • Now offering Daily Pay! Ask your Recruiter for more details
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Income
  • Term Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • 401k Retirement Plan


PROPERTY INFORMATION:
Our hotel is walking distance from the train station and around the corner from major thoroughfares. Business travelers are minutes from companies and convention centers while families are just miles from shopping on Santana Row or campus tours of Stanford.

Application deadline for Colorado positions:

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