Front Desk Supervisor

Sheraton Salt Lake City Hotel
Salt Lake City, UT

Why Work With Us?

Competitive Benefits Package: Enjoy peace of mind with our comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, STD/LTD, and life insurance coverage available for all full-time employees. Two weeks vacation and 401k match after one year of employment.

Travel Incentives: Take advantage of discounted room rates at all Marriott hotels internationally, as well as the Driftwood Hospitality portfolio.

Delicious Perks: We offer a complimentary hot meal during your shift, along with a 20% discount at our on-property Starbucks!

Job Summary

Provides guidance and leadership as the Front Desk Supervisor ensuring consistent quality customer service is delivered.

Essential Job Functions

This description is a summary of primary responsibilities and qualifications. The job description is not intended to include all duties or qualifications that may be required now or in the future. The Hotel operates 24 hours a day and 7 days a week, so operational demands require variations in shift days, starting times, and hours worked in a week.

  • Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing to provide clear direction to staff. Assign and instruct front desk clerks in details of work. Observes performance and encourages improvement.
  • Greets guests immediately with a friendly and sincere welcome. Use a positive and clear speaking voice, listen to and understand requests, respond with appropriate actions and provide accurate information such as outlet hours and local attractions.
  • Promptly complete registration process by inputting and retrieving information from a computer system, confirming pertinent information including number of guests and room rates. Make appropriate selection of rooms based on guest needs. Code electronic keys. Nonverbally confirm the room number and rate. Provide welcome folders containing room keys, certificates, and coupons as appropriate. Close out guest accounts at time of check out. In the event of dissatisfaction, negotiate compromise, which may include authorizing revenue allowance. Requires standing and continual mobility throughout front office area.
  • Verify and imprint credit cards for authorization using electronic acceptance methods. Handle cash; make changes and balance as assigned house bank. Accept and record vouchers, travelers checks, and other forms of payment. Perform accurate, moderately complex arithmetic functions using a calculator. Post charges to guest rooms and house accounts using the computer.
  • Promptly answer the telephone using a positive and clear English language. Input messages into the computer. Retrieve messages and communicate the content to the guest. Retrieve mail, small packages and facsimiles for customers as requested.
  • Remain calm and alert especially during emergency situations and/or heavy hotel activity, serving as a role model for clerks and the other employees. Resolve customer complications and complaints by conducting thorough research of the situation and the most effective solutions. Make decisions and take action based on previous experience and good judgment, sometimes revising procedures to accommodate unusual situations. Authorize revenue allowances to remedy problems only after other alternative solutions have been offered.
  • Manage Third Party Internet billing and arrivals. Prepare group arrivals. Prepare pre-arrival packets as requested/required. Anticipate flow of arrivals and take necessary steps to ensure smooth check in/out.
  • Train new agents in daily duties including cash handling procedures, use of CRM Toolbox, organization of hotel. Ensure compliance with all brand standards. Coordinate and track successful completion of training on PMS system.
  • Monitor and track time and attendance of associates. Reinforce attendance policy with staff; recommend progressive discipline procedures associates who are not in compliance with standard.
  • Take actions to ensure high Associate Satisfaction scores as measured by the Associate Opinion Survey. Work with other supervisory and management staff to address all areas to ensure consistent quality work environment.
  • Be familiar and able to perform duties on all shifts, including Night Audit and PBX.
  • Manager on Duty (MOD) in absence of Front Office Manager
  • Turns in all lost and found items and all guest room keys.
  • Adheres to all company policies and procedures.
  • Follows safety and security procedures and rules.
  • Knows department fire prevention and emergency procedures.
  • Utilizes protective equipment.
  • Reports unsafe conditions to management.
  • Reports accidents, injuries, near-misses, property damage or loss to management.
  • Provides for a safe work environment by following all safety and security procedures and rules.
  • All team members must maintain a neat, clean and well groomed appearance. (Specific standards outlined in team member handbook).
  • Assists other Front Desk Personnel when need.
  • Perform any related duties as requested by management.

    Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • Any combination of education and experience equivalent and graduation from high school or any other combination of education, training or experience that provides the required knowledge skills and abilities. High school diploma preferred.
  • Ability to effectively deal with internal and external customers, some of whom will require high levels of patience, tact and diplomacy to defuse anger, collect accurate information and help resolve conflicts.
  • Two years combined prior front desk and supervisor experience.
  • Considerable skill in the use of a calculator and prepare moderately complex mathematical calculations without error.
  • Ability to read, listens, and communicates effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to access and accurately input information using a moderately complex computer system.
  • Hearing and visual ability to observe and detect signs of emergency situations.

    Physical Demands

  • Ability to stand and move throughout front office and continuously performs essential job functions.
  • Standing 95% of shift
  • Lifting up to 25 pounds maximum.
  • Occasional twisting, bending, stooping, reaching, standing, walking.
  • Frequent talking, hearing, seeing and smiling.
  • Benefits

    • 401(k)
    • Dental insurance
    • Disability insurance
    • Employee assistance program
    • Flexible spending account
    • Health insurance
    • Life insurance
    • Paid time off
    • Vision insurance
    • Room Discounts
    • Employee Food and Beverage Discounts

    EEO: Driftwood Hospitality Management is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

    Sheraton Salt Lake City Hotel

    362 Room Hotel

    Modern Amenities in the Heart of Downtown Salt Lake City

    Centrally situated in the downtown Salt Lake City business and entertainment districts, Sheraton Salt Lake City Hotel offers modern amenities for convention, business, and leisure travelers visiting Utah. Stay at our Salt Lake City pet-friendly hotel amid some of the area's top attractions, including Temple Square, Delta Center, Utah State Capitol, City Creek Center, Red Butte Garden, Hogle Zoo, and the University of Utah. Before beginning your day, grab a coffee at our full-service Starbucks or savor distinctive fare at our hotel restaurant. Business travelers in Salt Lake City love our elevated event space, enhanced by expert planning, custom catering options, and a great location within three blocks of Salt Palace Convention Center. Cap a memorable day with a swim in our outdoor pool and a workout in our 24-hour fitness center. Our spacious hotel accommodations feature HDTVs, Wi-Fi, room service, and downtown Salt Lake City views. Turn your business or leisure trip into an unforgettable experience in Utah.