What are the responsibilities and job description for the Front Office Manager position at Stamford Hilton?
Hotel:
Stamford Hilton1 First Stamford PlaceStamford, CT 06902Front Office ManagerFull timeAtrium SPIRIT – where teamwork, passion and appreciation ignite service excellence
Profile:
Telecommute: No
Bonus Eligible: Yes
Direct Reports: Yes - Multiple
Reports To: General Manager or Assistant General Manager
Primary Purpose:
The primary purpose of the Front Office Manager is to ensure an exceptional guest experience while ensuring all standard operating procedures pertinent to the Front Office Department (including brand and Atrium specific) are being followed.
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Job Description *
Well versed and seasoned hotelier who is looking for an amazing opportunity to share their operations experience with this dynamic team. We are the largest hotel in the area boasting 484 guests rooms and 60,000 square feet of meeting space.
Work Performed:
The Front Office Manager will be tasked with the following duties, responsibilities, and assignments:
Manage direct reports by ensuring Associates understand employment practices, recommending employment decisions and corrective action, supporting performance management, and implementing discipline
Ensure that Associates are meeting guest needs and appropriately responding to any guest concerns and escalating as appropriate;
Create a best-in-class guest experience by engaging with guests, providing friendly courteous service, anticipating guest needs, increasing guest loyalty, and maintaining relationships;
Coordinate activities with other departments to ensure that services are provided in an efficient and timely manner;
Ensure financial goals of the department and the hotel are being met by managing labor costs; controlling expenses for supplies and equipment, and determining revenue-driving initiatives;
Perform or assist with cleaning duties as necessary ensuring the hotel is achieving Cleanliness Assured Standards;
Evaluate and recommend revenue driving initiatives and monitor revenue performance;
Recommend and implement approved changes that could improve service and increase operational efficiency;
Ability to serve as Manager on Duty; and
Any and all other work as required to complete the primary purpose of the position.
Competitive Salary - Benefits - Bonus - and so much more!
Qualifications:
Required Prior Experience:
Minimum 2 years of hospitality, front desk experience,
Minimum 2 years of prior supervisory experience
Preferred Prior Experience:
2 years of night audit experience
Required Education:
High school diploma or equivalent
Preferred Education:
Bachelor’s Degree in related field
Required Technology:
Basic computer knowledge, including the Microsoft Suite of Word, Excel, PowerPoint Outlook, and Teams
Physical:
Able to lift 50lbs occasionally
Able to lift 10lbs regularly
Able to stand/or walk for duration of scheduled shift
Other:
Able to work a flexible schedule to include evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, and special events
Competencies:
(65) Managing Vision and Purpose
Communicates a compelling and inspired vision or sense of core purpose; talks beyond today; talks about possibilities; is optimistic; creates mileposts and symbols to rally support behind the vision; makes the vision sharable by everyone; can inspire and motivate entire units or organizations.
(15) Customer Focus
Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; gets first-hand customer information and uses it for improvements in products and services; acts with customers in mind; establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect.
(60) Building Effective Teams
Blends people into teams when needed; creates strong morale and spirit in his/her team; shares wins and successes; fosters open dialogue; lets people finish and be responsible for their work; defines success in terms of the whole team; creates a feeling of belonging in the team.
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At Atrium Hospitality, you’re a valued part of a team creating unforgettable guest experiences. We recognize and reward your dedication with competitive pay, great benefits, and exciting perks to support you on and off the job.
Including:
✅ Daily Pay – Get paid when you need it
✅ Exclusive Travel Discounts – Save big at Marriott and Hilton properties
✅ 401k Plans – Invest in your future
✅ Comprehensive Medical Insurance – Your health matters to us
✅ Additional Property-Specific Perks – Because every location has something special to offer
But we don’t just offer jobs—we help you build careers. With internship programs, training plans, hundreds of self paced on line classes, and opportunities at 70 hotels nationwide, you can grow your future the way you want.
Ready to take the next step? Join a team that values you and your future!
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Actual compensation packages are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, years & depth of experience, certifications and specific office location. This may differ in other locations due to cost of labor considerations.
Atrium is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
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