Front Office Supervisor

Location: Saddle Brook, New Jersey • Full-time • Non-Exempt • $21.00/hour

About the Role

The Front Office Supervisor oversees daily front office operations, including guest reception, reservations, and telephone services, ensuring a high level of guest satisfaction. This role supports the Front Office Manager and supervises the front office team to maintain established service standards and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Ensure guests are greeted, checked in, and allocated rooms promptly and courteously.
• Oversee adherence to check-in procedures, ensuring accurate guest information and billing details.
• Handle guest problems or complaints in a timely manner.
• Ensure rooms are maintained to the company’s established standards.
• Maximize room occupancy while adhering to the overbooking policy.
• Maintain effective communication between reservations, front office, and other departments such as housekeeping.
• Ensure all guest charges are accurately entered and that accounts are balanced daily.
• Supervise and expedite the check-out process for departing guests.
• Ensure efficient delivery and collection of luggage to and from guest rooms.
• Oversee and maintain cleanliness and order in all front office areas.
• Conduct performance evaluations and identify training needs for front office staff.
• Act as Duty Manager when required and attend management meetings as necessary.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Requirements

• 2+ years of front office or guest services supervisory experience in a hotel or hospitality environment.
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills with the ability to manage a team effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with guests, staff, and management.
• Proficiency in property management systems, reservations, and check-in/check-out processes.
• Ability to manage guest issues and resolve complaints in a professional and timely manner.
• Experience with scheduling, training, and staff development.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail to ensure smooth front office operations.

Work Environment

• Primarily an indoor role, working in the front office, lobby, and guest areas of the hotel.
• Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods while overseeing front office operations and assisting guests.
• Must be able to lift and carry objects up to 20 lbs. occasionally.
• Flexible schedule, including availability for evenings, weekends, and holidays, to accommodate guest needs and operational requirements.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off (PTO)
• 401(k) matching
• Wellness support
• Life and disability coverage
• Savings accounts
• Tuition aid
• Travel and lodging perks