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Director of Front Office

Hyatt Place Austin Downtown

211 East 3rd Street
Austin, TX 78701

Hotel with 296 Rooms
Managed By White Lodging

Full benefits day 1

Elevate Hospitality as Director of Front Office: Lead Exceptional Guest Experiences
Compensation: Starting at $67,000 per year plus bonus, Full-Time

Summary:

Who We Are

White Lodging develops and operates a portfolio of award-winning, premium-brand hotels, rooftop bars, and restaurants in some of the country’s best cities to live. We know that the hospitality business, like life, is about how you make people feel. As the Director of Front Office, you’ll lead a team dedicated to delivering exceptional guest service from check-in to departure. You will drive key performance metrics across the front office, manage associate engagement, and uphold brand standards while fostering a positive work environment.

Responsibilities:

What You’ll Do

  • Oversee Front Desk, PBX, Bell, and Concierge operations to ensure seamless guest service delivery.
  • Develop and implement department strategies that improve financial performance and guest satisfaction.
  • Lead and mentor front office leadership team, including coaching, performance evaluations, and associate development.
  • Ensure adherence to White Lodging policies and procedures, guest service standards, and brand requirements.
  • Collaborate with other departments to drive alignment and communication for an optimal guest experience.
  • Monitor and analyze guest service scores and implement corrective actions to continuously improve results.

What You’ll Bring

  • Previous front office leadership experience, preferably in a full-service hotel environment.
  • Strong communication and problem-solving skills with a focus on guest and associate satisfaction.
  • Ability to develop and motivate teams while managing multiple operational priorities.
  • Experience with hotel systems (PMS, POS) and strong understanding of front office procedures.
  • Proven ability to drive performance results and uphold hospitality standards.

Other information:

What You Can Look Forward To

  • Day 1 Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Vacation/Paid Time Off (PTO) with rollover
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Complimentary wellness tools
  • Unlimited referral bonuses
  • Leadership development opportunities
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Discounts on hotel rooms, dining, and other travel/entertainment experiences
  • Multiple hotels in each market = more opportunities

White Lodging is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all associates.

Posted April 28, 2026

About Hyatt Place Austin Downtown

Our Hotel

Located right near all the action in downtown Austin, the Hyatt Place Austin Downtown hotel is one block from the Austin Convention Center, three blocks from the 6th Street entertainment district and one mile from UT Austin campus. Outdoor enthusiast? We’re just a 5-min. walk to the beautiful Lady Bird Lake which has awesome running/walking/biking paths.

Our 17-story building offers amenities typically expected only in full-service hotels such as free unlimited high-speed WiFi, Corner King rooms with expansive city views, valet-parking (*applicable fees) , 24/7 dining menu and our always buzzing Coffee to Cocktails bar.

Our downtown Austin hotel is top-rated on TripAdvisor being one of the Top 10 hotels in all of Austin and a 2018 TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence award winner. Guests rave about all the free perks already included in the rate such as complimentary WiFi, daily free breakfast, access to the 24/7 fitness center and our family-friendly indoor pool.

About White Lodging

About Us

White Lodging is the fastest-growing hotel ownership, development and management company in America. We consistently deliver superior results and returns on investment.

Mid-size and large-scale owners look to us for an array of services to drive sustained growth, including:

  • Hotel Operation Services
  • Support Services
  • Real Estate Investment & Development
  • Organizational Resources for Hotel Property Management

Our Core Values

White Lodging vibes with people who are drawn to hospitality jobs — people just like you, who like to make others feel comfortable and welcomed. Success is a given when we connect with associates who have this hospitable nature and personify our core values:

  • Leadership Excellence
  • Accountability
  • Ethics
  • Impact
  • Growth
  • Genuine Care

We have learned that the associates who embody these values experience success that knows no boundaries.

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