Description:

Are you looking for a job that offers not only a fulfilling work experience but also the chance to be part of an idyllic coastal community? Look no further than Alila Marea Beach Resort!

Nestled seamlessly into the picturesque bluffs of Encinitas, our resort is an innovative expression of eco-design that embodies the quintessential Southern California lifestyle. With South Ponto Beach and Batiquitos Lagoon just steps away, you'll have endless opportunities for both relaxation and adventure.

But that's not all - our location also puts you within reach of the charming cafes, boutiques, and beach enclaves that line California Coast Highway 101. At Alila Marea Beach Resort, you'll not only have the chance to work in a beautiful setting, but you'll also be part of a vibrant community. Apply now to join our team and experience the best of Southern California living.

At Hyatt, we believe our guests select Hyatt because of our caring and attentive associates who are focused on providing efficient service and meaningful experiences.

Description of Job Duties

The Front Office Manager is responsible for all duties of the front desk operation which includes staff training, inter-department communications, and staff scheduling. The Front Office Manager should possess strong communication skills and demonstrate leadership abilities. In addition to assisting in the operation of the Front Office operation and guest services personnel, this position will respond quickly to guest requests and/or complaints in a friendly manner and ensure that appropriate action is taken to guarantee guest satisfaction.

Core Functions

1. Adhere to Hyatt Hotels Corporation guidelines and core values to ensure the health, safety and comfort of our colleagues and guests.

2. Interview, select, train, schedule, coach and support colleagues, ensuring they perform in accordance with established brand or hotel standards and consistent with Hyatt values.

3. Be aware of guest satisfaction scores and work toward increasing departmental and overall guest satisfaction.

4. Coach and train on the Forbes Travel Guide Five Star Foundational Standard Program.

5. Monitor all front office financial operations and ensure front office compliance with accounting controls and procedures.

6. Develop, implement and monitor daily, weekly, monthly, and annual department-wide budgets and forecasts. Review, submit for approval, and order capital budget items as required.

7. Supervise all guest services department supervisors.

8. Perform all tasks of a Front Office Staff as needed to facilitate service.

9. Ensure all operations and cash handling are done per policies and procedures.

10. Review correspondence from guests and incident logs and direct staff according to information obtained. Analyze, investigate, and resolve guest complaints in a timely manner.

11. Oversee all vendor and personnel contracts throughout the hotel.

12. Monitor occupancy of guest room space to ensure most efficient use and minimize overbooking.

13. Create specific, measurable, achievable, realistic, and timely action plans to remedy guest service deficiencies.

14. Provide assistance to other team members and departments to contribute to the best overall performance of the department and hotel, and communicate effectively with guests and fellow team members.

15. Maintain excellent communication with the housekeeping department

16. Maintain a friendly, cheerful and courteous demeanor at all times, while providing personalized service to hotel guests.

17. Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

In keeping with Hyatt’s Values of Wellbeing, the company offers a rich benefit program with a variety of benefits designed to enrich the lives and well-being of our colleagues and their lives outside of work.

• Medical coverage, including dental & vision coverage (for full-time colleagues after 30 days)

• 401K w/company match

• Complimentary parking

• 25% off in-house F&B

• 12 Complimentary Room Nights across our Hyatt portfolio (after 90 days)

• Friends and Family rates across our Hyatt portfolio immediately

• Hyatt discounts and partner discounts

• Paid Time Off (Up to 10 Vacation days, 6 Paid Holidays, 2 extra Paid Floating Holidays, sick and bereavement.

• Colleague celebrations, including Quarterly Awards, BBQ's, and holiday parties

The salary range for this position is $80,000 to $90,000 . This is the pay range for this position that Alila Marea reasonably expects to pay. Decisions regarding individual salaries will be based on a number of factors, such as experience and education.

Qualifications:

Qualifications

· 3-4 years work experience.

· At least 2 years progressive management experience within the Rooms Division of a hotel.

· Hotel/Hospitality degree preferred.

· Proficiency in MS Office Suite.

· Have Forbes Luxury Travel Guide Foundational Training and/or Exposure.

· Experience with hotel operations software sales programs.

· Skillful in project planning/ tasks and able to prioritize projects/ tasks.

· Highly organized and efficient, pro-active and results driven, and ability to adapt and demonstrate flexibility. Leads by example and with integrity.

· Must possess the following strengths: high energy, entrepreneurial spirit, motivational leader, effective communicator, effective in providing exceptional customer service and ability to improve the bottom line

Mental and Physical Demands

· Frequent: Sitting, standing, walking throughout property, working on a computer, typing, filing, climbing stairs, and interacting with guests (speaking, listening, writing).

· Occasional: Lifting, pushing, and pulling guest luggage and property equipment. Occasional stooping and bending.

Primary Location: US-CA-Encinitas

Organization: Alila Marea

Pay Basis: Yearly

Job Level: Full-time

Job: Front Office

Req ID: ENC000705

Hyatt is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, disability, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status or any other group protected by law.