Assistant Front Office Manager

JOB DESCRIPTION: Assistant Front Office Manager 

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:
You are an inspiring leader who loves to create genuine and heartfelt experiences for others by building relationships and celebrating the unique differences in everyone around you. You thrive in an environment that changes in every moment and youre often referred to as the Master of Multi-tasking! You enjoy developing others and genuinely bringing joy to peoples lives - and it just so happens youll be doing just that in an award-winning hotel.

The Assistant Front Office Manager will support the Director Front Office by leading our Front Desk team through building trust and relationships by nurturing a work culture that celebrates diversity inclusiveness belonging growth and development and by inspiring colleagues to deliver heartfelt experiences for each and every guest.

This position requires scheduling flexibility and open availability across all days of the week including both AM and PM shifts. Occasional overnight coverage may also be required based on operational needs.

• To support the Director of Front Office in all aspects of the department and inspiring the Front Office team to follow all service standards
• To consistently offer professional friendly and engaging service while creating heartfelt experiences
• To ensure proper staffing and scheduling of all Front Office colleagues in accordance to productivity guidelines
• To communicate through pre-shift logs emails and departmental meetings all pertinent information for the respective shift and areas of operation
• To develop supervisors and colleagues through a meaningful training program
• To assist guests regarding hotel facilities in an informative and helpful way
• To follow department policies procedures and service standards
• To follow all safety policies 
• Will be required to work weekdays weekends and holidays
• Any other tasks that may be assigned

Qualifications :

YOUR EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS INCLUDE:

• Previous leadership experience required
• Previous PMS experience preferred
• Computer savvy in Microsoft Window applications an asset
• University/College degree in a related discipline an asset
• Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities
• Highly responsible & reliable
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced environment
• Ability to work cohesively with fellow colleagues as part of a team
• Ability to focus attention on guest needs remaining calm and courteous at all times

Additional Information :

WHAT IS IN IT FOR YOU:

• Salary: $64890
• Employee Benefit Card offering discounted rates at Accor worldwide
• Learning & Development programs through our Academies
• Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within our property and across the world!
• Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibilities such as Sustainability Diversity Inclusion & Belonging
• Comprehensive Benefit Package which offers: Health Dental Vision Life Disability & AD&D insurance Accidental Injury Insurance Hospital Support Critical Illness Insurance 401K plan Paid leave such as Vacation Personal Maternity/Paternity and Holiday.

Heart Artist Heartist
Our Heartist Culture 
At Accor we are all Heartists. Passionate and experts in what we do each and every one of us with our own personality master the fine art of welcoming connecting and serving others. We are passionate about people and attentive to the world it is the Heartist way of being.

Generous attentive and free we ensure that everyone can come as they are and feel like they belong. As one big team we know that only together can we do amazing things! The world is more welcoming when were connected heart to heart. How we do it We care we dare we place people at the heart of everything we do.

We aim at creating exceptional experiences that will turn both guests and employees into raving fans because our own well-being in our jobs is just as important as our guest fulfillment. Like all good stories everything is related. We are driven by our shared values. 

Come As You Are
Imagine a workplace with leaders and colleagues who show up real who embrace vulnerability let go of egos and inspire authentic genuine connections. Come as YOU are by adding your voice to 120 cultures and counting. Our culture of inclusion welcomes everyone regardless of race gender background or anything really!

For five years in a row our colleagues have voted Swissôtel Chicago a Top Workplace and every day we strive to bring our best selves to work to live up to this tremendous honor. We are looking for individuals who love nothing more than to connect with fellow humans. If you love the idea of building a career and being celebrated in your job for simply being YOU then apply with us today and tell us about yourself! 

Our Community Outreach
Our colleagues are passionate about connecting to the world and to others. Swissotel Chicago is committed to making a positive impact in the community through partnerships with local nonprofit organizations and community initiatives. Weve proudly supported organizations such as One Family Illinois and All Stars Project helping provide resources opportunities and support to individuals and families in need. Through volunteer efforts charitable partnerships and community engagement we strive to give back and create meaningful connections beyond the workplace.  

Our Vitality
Made possible by Harry Weeses visionary design Swissôtel Chicago boasts forever views of the Chicago skyline Navy Pier and Lake Michigan. Our colleague culture is inspired by Vitality; united by a common goal to deliver heartfelt service build meaningful relationships and lead quality lives. With incomparable event space 662 newly renovated guest rooms and suites a one of a kind penthouse ballroom and flawless food & beverage delivery Swissôtel Chicago is the premiere hotel in Chicago for leisure and conference guests.  

About Accor
We are a worldwide Augmented Hospitality leader. We are 300000 experts committed to reinventing hospitality with unique and unrivalled experiences within our addresses. We are Accor. Our promise is caring and impeccable service. We nurture real passion for service and achievement beyond limits. Our mission is to make the impossible possible to realize your dreams. 

Were so much more than hotelswere creating innovative lifestyle experiences whether you live work or play. Blaze your own trail from 50 hotel brands restaurants nightclubs spas co-working spaces and tech start-ups. 

About Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts 
Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts got its start in Switzerland a country known for big mountains and equally high standards of living. Its contemporary Swiss style and locally inspired flair attracts business and leisure travelers who enjoy high-end hotels but prefer fresh innovation to stale pretension. Conveniently located where travelers want to be Swissôtel provides guests with the opportunity to stay in the heart of city centers worldwide where access to business and shopping districts are right around the corner. Swissôtel properties can be found in over 30 well-located properties around the world with many more in development. 
 
As guests of the world every Swissôtel upholds Swiss sustainability fact Swissôtel has a mission: to treat guests team members and the environment with equal respect. Swissôtel is now part of Accor a world-leading travel & lifestyle group and digital innovator offering unique experiences in more than 4000 hotels resorts and residences around the globe. But no matter how international Swissôtel becomes just like the country it was founded in it remains a small hotel at heart.
 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time