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Front Desk Supervisor

Hampton Inn Manhattan/Madison Square Garden Area - Herald Square

116 West 31st Street
New York, NY 10001-3401

136 Room Hotel
Managed By HHM Hotels
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Compensation: $21.00 per hour, Full-Time

Overview

Opportunity:  Front Desk Supervisor

Supervise front desk operations in accordance with established guest service, quality and sustainability standards.

Compensation: $21/hr

Your Growth Path

Assistant Front Office Manager – Front Office Manager – Assistant General Manager

Your Focus

  • Interview, select, train, schedule, coach, and support associates, ensuring they perform in accordance with established brand or hotel standards and consistent with HHM core values. 
  • Resolve guest complaints and concerns by conducting thorough research of the situation and determining the most effective solutions.
  • Be aware of guest satisfaction scores and work toward increasing departmental and overall guest satisfaction.
  • Participate in lobby ambassador and other activities related to interacting with guests on an individual level, thus creating a relationship and culture that will result in repeat stays.
  • Oversee front office operations in the absence of the Front Office Manager or Assistant General Manager. 
  • Perform bookkeeping activities such as balancing accounts and conducting audits.
  • Make and confirm reservations.
  • Promote Hersha Hospitality and brand-specific marketing programs.
  • Greet guests immediately upon arrival; register and assign guests to hotel rooms.
  • Provide welcome folders containing room keys, certificates, coupons and refreshment center keys as appropriate.
  • Compute bills, collect payments, handle cash, and make change for guests.
  • Close out guest accounts at time of check out. In the event of dissatisfaction, negotiate compromise, which may include authorizing revenue allowances.
  • Create specific, measurable, achievable, realistic, and timely action plans to remedy guest service deficiencies.
  • Ensure hotel entrance, reception and other public areas are properly maintained in regards to cleanliness and appearance. 
  • Follow sustainability guidelines and practices related to HHM’s EarthView program.
  • Practice safe work habits, wear protective safety equipment and follow MSDS and OSHA standards.
  • Perform other duties as requested by management.

Your Background and Skills

  • Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
  • 1 to 3 years of related experience.

Work Environment and Context 

  • Work schedule varies and may include working on all shifts, holidays and weekends.
  • Requires standing for extended periods, walking, pushing, lifting up to 25 pounds, bending and reaching, stooping, kneeling, or crouching.

What We Believe

People Are Our Capability – Hearts That Serve – Only Excellence – Stay Nimble - Own It

About Us

HHM Hotels is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, disability, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other group protected by law.

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Posted April 26, 2024

Hampton Inn Manhattan/Madison Square Garden Area - Herald Square

At A Glance

Located in the heart of Manhattan, just one block from Madison Square Garden, this New York hotel is just a short walk from The Fashion Institute of Technology in New York’s Garment District. Visitors can stroll through Times Square or relax in Central Park. Catch a show on Broadway, climb the Empire State Building, or explore the shelves of the Metropolitan Library.

Guests will discover a warm, inviting setting and enjoy comforting amenities included in your stay. They can unwind in a clean and fresh Hampton bed® and wake up to Hampton’s free hot breakfast. We offer free tea or coffee at any time of the day in the stylish hotel lobby or re-energize in the modern fitness center.

  • Set in Manhattan, New York, within walking distance of Madison Square Garden
  • 136 guest rooms with accessible rooms availably
  • Multi-lingual staff
  • Bright and airy modern decor in cool, calm tones
  • Full renovation May 2017
  • Fully equipped business center

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