Assistant Guest Service Manager
Company: Sage Hospitality
Location: Portland
Posted on: January 27, 2023
Job Description:
Why us?
The Courtyard by Marriott Portland City Center is set to hire an
Assistant Front Office Manager to join our winning team in
providing exceptional guest experiences!
The Courtyard Portland City Center is a unique downtown Portland
hotel. Not your typical Courtyard! Our 256 room, high rise hotel is
located in the heart of downtown Portland and offers all the
services and amenities of a full service hotel. We embody that
unique vibe that is the best of "Portland". Our dynamic,
values-driven team works together to provide every guest with a
truly warm experience.
The Perks:
- $50 discounted Tri-Met monthly pass
- Drastically reduced hotel rates for you and your friends &
family at Marriott Hotels
- Sage Restaurant Concepts discounts (The Original Dinerant,
Departure, Urban Farmer)
- 2 Weeks Paid Vacation per year
- Paid Sick Time
- Paid Holidays
- Medical, Vision & Dental Insurance
- Complimentary Parking at Hotel Garage
- Referral Bonus Eligible
At Sage we create a culture of belonging. Our team members serve
with creativity, and passion. Sage associates execute unforgettable
experiences and take pride in our communities. We set new standards
in hospitality.
Job Overview
The Assistant Guest Services Manager's primary function is to
assist the Guest Service Manager with the daily operations of the
front office. He/she will act as a supervisor to all Guest
Services, Concierge and Uniformed Services/Transportation personnel
assist with guest complaints and represent management in the
absence of the Guest Services Manager.
Responsibilities
- Respond to all guests' requests, problems, complaints and/or
accidents presented at the Front Desk or through Reservations, in
an attentive, courteous and efficient manner. Follow up to ensure
guest satisfaction.
- Assist with development of employee morale and ensure training
of Guest Services personnel.
- Maintain a professional working relationship and promote open
lines of communication with managers, employees and other
departments.
- Operate all aspects of the Front Office computer system,
including software maintenance, report generation and analysis, and
simple programming.
- Assist Guest Service Agents with check-ins and checkouts;
confirm that all SOPs are being followed properly.
- Train new employees help to develop and implement training
programs.
- Maintain log of rooms in "out of order" status.
- Authorize and sign adjustments and paid outs over the
limit.
- Oversee discrepancy report and monitor follow-through.
- Post updated information on 72-hour sheet and review with Guest
Service Agents.
- Work closely with housekeeping regarding daily room
status.
- Oversee Bell staff in the absence of a Supervisor.
- Confirm that Guest Service Agents, Operators and Bell staff
complete all duties.
- Operate radios efficiently and professionally in communicating
with hotel staff. Ensure the proper use of radio etiquette within
the department.
- Ensure correct and accurate cash handling at the Front
Desk.
- Ensure logging and delivery of all messages, packages, and mail
in a timely and professional manner.
- Be aware of all rates, packages and promotions currently
underway.
- Ensure that employees are, at all times, attentive, friendly,
helpful and courteous to all guests, managers and other
employees.
- Monitor all V.I.P.'s, special guests and requests.
Qualifications
Education/Formal Training
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Possess a valid driver's license. May require additional
certification up to an including a CDL - Chauffeur Driver License
to drive van larger than 15 passenger or mandated by state
law.
- Pass a Motor Vehicle Report background check.
Experience
2 years or more of similar experience
Knowledge/Skills
- Must have knowledge of local establishments, businesses and the
surrounding community in general.
- Must be able see objects and people at a distance.
- Must be able to communicate verbally and understand and follow
verbal instruction.
- Must be able to use tact and understanding when dealing with a
variety of customer service problems.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those
that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the
essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions.
- Lifting up to 50 lbs., pushing or pulling cart up to 200
lbs.
- Bending/kneeling -occasionally during shift when needed to lift
or load luggage into van or onto cart.
- Mobility -walking up to 1/10 mile frequently during shift.
- Continuous standing -to wait for arriving guests, frequently
during shift.
- Climbing stairs up to 3 steps 50% of 8 hours.
- Driving -constant driving to transport guests to or from
airport, or other locations as determined by supervisor.
- Must be able to grasp handles, carry bundles and lift
packages.
Environment
Physically strenuous, prolonged sitting, walking and climbing
stairs, exposure to outside elements, primarily inside vehicle with
time outdoors during stops.
Work inside 50% of 8-hour shift; outside 50% of 8 hour shift.
Abnormal temperatures -exposed to winter and summer temperature
extremes.
Keywords: Sage Hospitality, Portland , Assistant Guest Service Manager, Hospitality & Tourism , Portland, Oregon
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