Hotel Front Office Supervisor

Overview TownePlace Suites Albany Airport/ Latham- 5 Forts Ferry Road, Latham, New York 12110 We are looking for a Front Office Supervisor to join our great Team. We’re centrally located to Saratoga Race Course, RPI, SUNY Albany and Siena College and Downtown Albany is only 10 miles south. There are 114 pet friendly rooms consisting of studio, 1- and 2-bedroom suites with fully equipped kitchens, free Wi-Fi and smart TV’s. An indoor heated pool and fitness center are also available with safety restrictions in place. The TownePlace Suites Latham is one of the 50 hotel properties owned and managed by Buffalo Lodging Associates. The Front Office Supervisor is responsible for coordinating the front office operations of the hotel while providing support to the management team, including but not limited to light administrative work on top of assigned front desk duties. Responsibilities Assists in overseeing guest services and front office operations; ensuring superior service is a priority. Foster a positive, cooperative work environment between front office staff and management. Supervise the Front Office team. Supervisory responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, training employees, appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining employees; planning, assigning, directing work, addressing complaints and resolving problems. Front Desk Duties Greeting guests, complete the check-in/check-out procedure through the Property Management System while obtaining and storing pertinent information. Taking reservations from incoming callers, inputs all information into the hotel management system. Updates and cancels reservations in the system as requested by the guest. Handles cash, credit card information and goods at the property. Identifying the needs of each guest and providing relevant information regarding the hotel services and amenities, to create an accommodating environment for all. Respond to all guest requests in a timely manner. Typical Schedule: The Front Office Supervisor position assists the Front Office Manager and the overall front office operation so all shift availability is required. Morning Shifts: 7 AM – 3 PM, Evening Shifts: 3 PM – 11 PM, occasional Overnight Shifts: 11 PM – 7 AM. Weekend Availability is needed. What You Bring Customer Service experience, in a hotel setting preferred. Marriott experience is a plus. High School diploma or equivalent is preferred. Computer knowledge including intranet, Property management system, WORD, and EXCEL is strongly preferred. Must have valid drivers license, and acceptable driving history subject to company approval. What We Offer You At Buffalo Lodging, we are committed to keeping our most important assets – our employees – healthy, happy and productive. To achieve this, we offer a variety of benefits including the following: $19.25/ hr Paid Weekly (Every Friday!) Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Competitive 401 (k) Retirement Savings Plan with Generous Employer Match Paid Vacation and Sick Time Paid Holidays Tuition Reimbursement Flexible Spending Account Company Paid Life Insurance Company Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance Long-Term Disability Insurance Employee Assistance Program Hotel Discounts – for You, Your Friends and Family Wellness Programs Monthly Employee Appreciation Activities & Events Learning and Development Opportunities Employee Referral Program #J-18808-Ljbffr