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Front Services Shift Manager

Wind Creek Chicago Southland

17300 S. Halsted
East Hazel Crest, IL 60429

Casino & Hotel
Managed By Wind Creek Hospitality
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Full-Time

Description

Job Overview

The Front Service Shift Manager is responsible for overall coordination and performance of Front Service Operations (Valet & Bell) ensuring that exemplary service is provided in accordance with AAA Four Diamond guest service standards.  Additionally, the Shift Manager champions and supports the purpose and values of Wind Creek Hospitality Workplace Expectations.

Purpose

Our genuine engagement and positive energy provide guests an escape from their routine into our exciting fantasy world of fun, chance, and possibility, where everyone feels a sense of belonging and importance.

Value System

Our enthusiastic commitment to our purpose inspires and empowers us to do everything right, have fun, and be the best. We will be recognized fairly, elevating our levels of personal accountability, and focus on our customer. The resulting creation of wealth will grow opportunities for all.

Duties And Responsibilities

  • Projects a positive image
  • Greets all guests and team members
  • Schedules team members to ensure excellent level of service to the customer while maintaining and controlling labor costs; Understands and manages within budgetary guidelines
  • Authorizes PTO and administers payroll
  • Supervises employees including maintaining proper employee relations, recognition, evaluating performance and administering discipline when necessary (including FS Supervisors)
  • Recruits front service staff, screens applicants and conducts auditions for employment
  • Actively coaches, mentors and develops team members
  • Ensures AAA Four Diamond standards are being met consistently
  • Provides AAA Four Diamond services levels necessary to meet and exceed guest expectations
  • Keeps staff informed of all pertinent information
  • Acts as “Manager on duty” supporting front line staff in operational and guest related
  • Liaises with other departments as operational issues arise
  • Assists front line as necessary with parking/retrieving vehicles, delivering luggage, etc.
  • Ensures that claims are minimized by staff’s adherence to established procedures
  • Limits the number of accidents and injuries by promoting job safety
  • Cross-trains with Front Desk operations
  • Assists in the procurement of operating supplies and equipment (OS&E)
  • Assists in the development and training of departmental policies and procedures
  • Other duties & responsibilities as assigned

Job Requirements (Please Ensure You Meet The Listed Requirements Prior To Applying)

  • High School diploma or GED– required
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Related Field AND two (2) years Supervisory experience– required
    • OR Four (4) years’ experience in a Management position– required
    • OR Three (3) years’ experience in a Supervisory position with Wind Creek Hospitality– required
  • Experienced with Microsoft Office and other hotel related software
  • Ability to safely operate both manual and automatic transmission vehicles
  • Must successfully pass job interview, including a guest service audition
  • Must be able to operate standard office equipment – phones, computers, etc.
  • Must be in good physical condition and able to pass a physical fitness test
  • Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
  • Must be able to stand and walk for entire shift
  • Must be able to run when parking and retrieving vehicles
  • Must be able to work effectively in a fast paced, high volume environment
  • Must be able to endure outside elements/condition – heat, cold, wind, rain, etc.
  • Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license
  • Must be able to pass a panel interview and audition
  • Any DUI conviction within the last three (3) years will disqualify any applicant
  • Willing to work odd and irregular hours including nights, weekends, and holidays
  • Willing to travel and participate in training as recommended or required
  • Must have an Occupational License (or the ability to obtain and maintain a license) pursuant to the Illinois Gaming Act and remain in good standing with the Illinois Gaming Board as a requirement for this position
Base Pay
  • Pay range: $52,600.00 - $71,800.00 (The base pay will depend on factors such as experience level and skill set.)
  • Voluntary full-time benefit offerings include the following: group medical, dental, vision, and life insurance as well as access to a flexible spending account (FSA) option. We also offer Employee Assistant Program (EAP), paid time off, 401K with matching, shift differential, and discretionary quarterly bonuses. 
Posted May 4, 2026

About Wind Creek Chicago Southland

Wind Creek Chicago Southland (slated to open in Fall 2024!) will be an entertainment enthusiast’s dream destination — providing our Guests with, an onsite hotel, dining, bars, an event facility and more. 

We’re the first AAA Four Diamond Casino destination to Illinois and Northern Indiana, ideally and conveniently located for all south Chicago suburbs. 

Our unique gaming destination will include a luxury hotel with an indoor pool, fitness center and spa, a large capacity banquet facility, a state-of-the-art entertainment center, and an array of tempting dining options—all designed to provide our guests with world-class gaming experiences and the perfect escape.

Our casino will offer over 70,000 square feet of gaming space including 56 table games, over 1,400 state-of-the-art slot machines, a sportsbook, poker room, and more.

We strive to not only provide a first-class experience to our Guests and to our Team Members. 

Wind Creek Hospitality aspires to make a positive impact on the lives of people—including our Guests, our Community and most importantly, our Team Members.

Click here to read about our amazing Employee Benefits & Perksand Hit the Career Jackpot!

Leading the industry as one of the fastest-growing casino resort brands, Wind Creek Hospitality has multiple properties located throughout the United States and the Caribbean!

Privacy Policy

If you need reasonable accommodation to complete the online application, please contact the Employment Center at 708-787-8877 ext. 3984.

Wind Creek Hospitality does not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender or religious orientation.

© 2024 Wind Creek Hospitality. All rights reserved.

About Wind Creek Hospitality

Welcome to an experience like no other. Gaming is the heart of Wind Creek Hospitality, but we offer so much more. 

Wind Creek Hospitality is the principal gaming and hospitality entity for the Poarch Band of Creek Indians, the only federally recognized Indian Tribe in the state of Alabama. 

 Our 11 distinct properties in the U.S. and Caribbean provide world-class entertainment, dining, hotel stays, amenities and activities.

Wind Creek continues to grow and offer our guests luxurious destinations and opportunities for escape. Our gaming facilities include: Wind Creek Aruba, Wind Creek Atmore, Wind Creek Bethlehem, Wind Creek Chicago Southland, Wind Creek Curacao, Wind Creek Montgomery, Wind Creek Wetumpka, as well as racetracks in Alabama and Florida.

Our Purpose 

Our genuine engagement and positive energy provide Guests an escape from their routine into our exciting fantasy world of fun, chance, and possibility, where everyone has a feeling of belonging and importance.

At each location, Wind Creek has built a unique company culture that supports its Team Members in remarkable ways. Everything we do is guided by a simple value system: 

Do it right. Be the best. Have fun.

As part of the Wind Creek Team, you will discover our Purpose and Values and how they are integrated into the Guest experience. We strive to inspire a genuineness and positive energy among our team by bringing a level of human caring into the workplace. Providing a sense of belonging and importance amongst our team will transition to our Guests and provide them with a winning experience every time they visit.

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Listen to what our employees say about us: 
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Our Perks

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield medical plan*
  • Dental plan
  • VSP vision plan
  • 401(k) savings plan
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Employee dining rooms
  • Career training and planning
  • Quarterly incentive bonuses
  • Employee fitness centers with on-staff trainers*

*Not available at all locations

Types of Jobs

  • Gaming
  • Hotels
  • Facilities
  • Food & Beverage
  • Corporate