Assistant General Manager

This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; and nothing in this herein restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Summary

• Interviews, selects & train associates
• Motivates staff through positive reinforcement, and leading by example
• Provides input during the preparation of the annual budget
• Administers progressive discipline, following company guidelines
• Administers performance appraisals
• Attends required meetings and training
• Conducts departmental and other required meetings for which s/he is responsible
• Ensures that established back-up procedures (reports, equipment, etc.) are in place
• Ensures that all departmental policies and procedures are adhered to
• Implements and maintains Baywood & Brand promotional programs and procedures
• Monitors guest arrivals, ensuring special requests are met. Coordinates group arrivals and departure when needed
• Monitors room inventory and status, ensuring the proper room type is available upon guest arrival
• Ensures a professional image (physical appearance, demeanor, and verbiage used) is portrayed at all times by associates under his/her supervision.
• Monitors cleanliness and neatness of departments for which s/he is responsible.
• Monitors inventory of operational supplies, placing orders in a timely manner.
• Ensures proper communication within department by use of meetings, notice boards, log books, memos, etc
• Communicates with other departments, therefore promoting a seamless operation.
• Ensures that all equipment is maintained properly. Inspects shuttle van and other equipment.
• Monitors market operations, i.e. cleanliness, merchandising, and inventory. Place orders in a timely manner.
• Monitors pantry inventory & purchases, ensuring that food supplies are always in stock
• Reviews the guest credit report, addressing any issues
• Prepares weekly schedule and monitors payroll to ensure adherence to established budgetary guidelines. Ensures proper staffing to service business demands. Provides coverage as needed

• Reviews passenger logs, driver safety checklists & preventative maintenance logbook to ensure that shuttle van is operated within established guidelines
• Operates the shuttle van, when needed
• Reviews departmental checklists, conducting random audits to ensure that tasks are completed as required
• Monitor departmental expenses, including payroll, keeping costs at or below budgeted guidelines
• Monitors associate time record, correcting any errors found. Obtains necessary authorization for corrections made, and file all payroll related documents in the appropriate secured location
• Participates in safety initiatives and is an integral part of the Safety Committee.
• Completes incident reports, taking appropriate action. Notifies appropriate parties
• Performs role of Manager on Duty as needed
• Participates in the BEAR activities and other company sponsored community service & fundraising events.
• Additional duties may be added at any time at the discretion of management.

Skills/Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in hospitality or related field, however skills/knowledge gained through on-the-job training and previous experience may substitute for degree

Certifications / Licenses:

• Brand Certifications preferred

• Must have a valid driver’s license, in good standing (if property operates a shuttle van).

Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years hotel experience
• Minimum of 2 years management experience, of which 1 year is in Hospitality Management.

Additional Skills:

• Bi-lingual (Spanish & English) preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office® (Excel, Word)
• Proficient in the hotel’s Property Management System preferred (PEP)
• Ability to communicate effectively, both written & oral
• Ability to multi-task
• Ability to motivate and lead a team
• Ability to obtain information from various sources, quickly analyze the issue and providing a responsible course of action.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment, including: computer, copier, & printer
• Ability to safely operate a passenger shuttle van
• Ability to perform job duties of all positions within the department
• Ability to learn and adhere to Brand & Baywood Hotels’ standards
• Ability to take information from various sources and determine a responsible course of action
• Ability to understand interdepartmental relationships
• Ability to operate office equipment and industry specific software (PMS)
• Ability to remain calm during stressful situations