Job Number 23078544 Job Category Rooms & Guest Services Operations Location The Westin New York at Times Square, 270 West 43rd Street, New York, New York, United States VIEW ON MAP Schedule Full-Time Located Remotely? N Relocation? Y Position Type Management JOB SUMMARY Marriott offers relocation assistance for this job opening which is US and Canada: Plan Type 3 w/out real estate program. Please visit MGS for details on the relocation policies. Functions as the strategic business leader of the property's Hotel Operations. Areas of responsibility may include Front Office, , Recreation/Health Club, Housekeeping, Food and Beverage/Culinary and Engineering/Maintenance. Position works with direct reports (department heads) to develop and implement departmental strategies and ensures implementation of the brand service strategy and brand initiatives. The position ensures Hotel Operations meet the brand’s standards, targets customer needs, ensures employee satisfaction, focuses on growing revenues and maximizes the financial performance of the department and developing positive owner relations. Develops and implements property-wide strategies that deliver products and services to meet or exceed the needs and expectations of the brand’s target customer and employees and provides a return on investment. CANDIDATE PROFILE Education and Experience • 2-year degree from an accredited university in Business Administration, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related major; 4 years experience in the guest services, front desk, housekeeping, sales and marketing, management operations, or related professional area. OR • 4-year bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related major; 2 years experience in the guest services, front desk, housekeeping, sales and marketing, management operations, or related professional area. CORE WORK ACTIVITIES Managing Profitability • Demonstrates and communicates key drivers of guest satisfaction for the brand’s target customer. • Analyzes service issues and identifies trends. • Makes and executes the necessary decisions to keep property moving forward toward achievement of goals. • Works with hotel management team to develop an operational strategy that is aligned with the brand’s business strategy and leads its execution. Managing Revenue Goals • Monitors hotel operations sales performance against budget. • Reviews reports and financial statements to determine hotel operations performance against budget. • Coaches and supports operations team to effectively manage occupancy & rate, wages and controllable expenses. • Reviews the Wage Progress Report and compares budgeted wages to actual wages, coaching direct reports to address problem areas and holding team accountable for results. Leading Operations and Department Teams • Champions the brand’s service vision for product and service delivery and ensures alignment amongst the hotel leadership teams. • Develops systems to enable employees to understand guest satisfaction results. • Communicates a clear and consistent message regarding departmental goals to produce desired results. Managing the Guest Experience • Reviews guest feedback with leadership team and ensures appropriate corrective action is taken. • Responds to and handles guest problems and complaints. • Stays visible and interfaces with customers on a regular basis to obtain feedback on quality of product, service levels and overall satisfaction. • Creates an atmosphere in all Rooms and Food and Beverage areas that meets or exceeds guest expectations. Managing and Conducting Human Resources Activities • Facilitates the development of creative solutions to overcome obstacles and ensures implementation to continually improve guest satisfaction results. • Ensures employees are treated fairly and equitably. • Ensures that regular, ongoing communication is happening in Operations (e.g., pre-shift briefings, staff meetings). • Fosters employee commitment to providing excellent service, participates in daily stand-up meetings and models desired service behaviors in all interactions with guests and employees. • Incorporates guest satisfaction as a component of staff/operations meetings with an emphasis on generating innovative ways to continually improve results. • Sets goals and expectations for direct reports using the performance review process and holds staff accountable for successful performance. • Solicits employee feedback, utilizes an “open door policy” and reviews employee satisfaction results to identify and address employee problems or concerns. • Ensures property policies are administered fairly and consistently, disciplinary procedures and documentation are completed according to Standard and Local Operating Procedures (SOPs and LSOPs) and supports the Peer Review Process. • Conducts annual performance appraisal with direct reports according to Standard Operating Procedures. • Champions change, ensures brand and regional business initiatives are implemented and communicates follow-up actions to team as necessary. The salary range for this position is $148,000.00 to 195,000.00 annually. This position offers health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, accrued paid time off (including sick leave where applicable), life insurance, disability coverage, other life and work wellness benefits and may include incentive compensation. Benefits and incentive compensation may be subject to generally applicable eligibility, waiting period, contribution, and other requirements and conditions. Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law. Marriott International considers for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. At Westin, we are committed to empowering the well-being of our guests by providing a refreshing environment, thoughtful amenities, and revitalizing programming to help ensure that they leave feeling better than when they arrived. We recognize that travel can be disruptive to our guests’ well-being, and we’re energized to assist as partners in helping them maintain control and soaring above it all while on the road. Everything we do is designed to help guests be at their best, and they appreciate our supportive attitude, anticipatory service and extensive knowledge on how to best assist them throughout their stay. We are looking for dynamic people who are excited to join the team and ready to jump into any situation to give a helping hand. If you’re someone who has is positive, adaptable and intuitive, and has a genuine interest in the well-being of others around you, we invite you to discover how at Westin, together we can rise.