Front Office Supervisor

Position Purpose

To be a passionate host and highly collaborative member of the Guest Operations team, assisting the Front Office Team Leader and Guest Operations Manager in leading the department, developing a high performing guest operations team, and delivering brand-specific customer experiences (mainly in FO but also across Guest Operations).

Duties & Key Responsibilities

· Come to work every day with a smile on your face

· Execute duties as assigned by the Guest Operations Manager and GM

· Work within the FO team and carry out the same roles like our FO Hosts, but take on additional ‘supervisor’ responsibilities

· Be a role model for others concerning brand-specific behaviours and passionate, friendly guest service

· Assist in providing a positive work environment to Front Office team members that allows everyone to thrive and fulfil their potential

· Supervise and support FO Hosts in delivering outstanding, brand unique customer service in all shifts (early, late, night)

· Be willing to roll up your sleeves and help in other departments during busy periods and as required

· Regularly attend mandatory F&B service trainings to be ready to work shifts in F&B service if required. Duties of a FO Supervisor who is scheduled to work in F&B can also include the order-taking, delivery of any food and/or beverage items, and clearing of tables

· Monitor Guest Feedback (SALT; Social Reviews) in every shift and initiate corrective actions immediately if necessary, to ensure positive guest experiences in our hotels at all times

· Plan and train new and existing FO and F&B Hosts on processes, products, systems and brand-specific guest service delivery as per guidance of the FO Team Leader and Guest Ops Manager

· Be a positive and very active contributor in meetings (e.g. Huddles) with the FO team to help achieve / maintain a high level of trust & engagement

· Volunteer to participate in company campaigns such as Travel with Purpose and become an outstanding Brand Ambassador

Every 6 months, rotate to a new ‘Champion’ area (e.g. Hilton Honors, CleanStay, rostering) – our supervisors are responsible for taking ownership of their specialist area and ensuring the hotel is meeting and exceeding expectations in relation to this

Coach 2 – 4 guest experience team members, as assigned on a rotating six month schedule

In regular (e.g., monthly) departmental leadership meetings, update HOD and/or Team Leader on the performance and progress of ‘coachees’ and suggest development opportunities for them in the coming months

On-board and supervise assigned ‘coachee’ team members, ensuring execution of agreed development or performance improvement actions

Demonstrate an awareness of guest priorities, anticipate needs, build rapport and resolve guest problems very quickly and in a brand-specific manner

Close guest transactions in FO effectively, solicit feedback, and deliver a memorable brand-specific goodbye (Check out)

Provide constructive suggestions/feedback to the GOM and FO Team Leader on products and processes What are we looking for?

A Front Desk Supervisor serving Hilton brands is always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the attitude, behaviours, skills, and values that follow:

Front Office experience in the hotel, leisure, and/or retail sector

Strong commercial/business awareness and demonstration of sales capabilities

Calm, organized work ethic with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines

Excellent supervisory, inter-personal, and communication skills

A passion for delivering exceptional levels of Guest service

It would be advantageous in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions:

A relevant supervisory/management certificate/diploma or degree

What will it be like to work for Hilton?

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality” unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!

Schedule: Full-time