Front Desk Supervisor - Hilton Philadelphia at Penn's Landing

About Us:At Pyramid Global Hospitality, people come first. As a company that values its employees, Pyramid Global Hospitality is dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive work environment that fosters diversity, growth, development, and wellbeing. Our commitment to a People First culture is reflected in our approach to employee development, employee benefits and our dedication to building meaningful relationships.   Pyramid Global Hospitality offers a range of employment benefits, including comprehensive health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off, as well as unique perks such as on-site wellness programs, local discounts, and employee rates on hotel stays. In addition, Pyramid Global Hospitality is committed to providing ongoing training and development opportunities to help our people build the skills and knowledge they need to advance their careers.   Whether you are just starting out in the hospitality industry or are a seasoned professional, Pyramid Global Hospitality offers a supportive and collaborative work environment that encourages growth and fosters success, in over 230 properties worldwide. Join their team and experience the benefits of working for a company that values its employees and is committed to creating exceptional guest experiences.   Check out this video for more information on our great company!Location Description:The Hilton Philadelphia at Penn’s Landing is a great place to stay during your visit to Philadelphia. Its location is unique: it’s the only hotel located directly on the Delaware River Waterfront at Penn’s Landing in Philadelphia’s downtown. The Hilton Philadelphia at Penn’s Landing’s 350 well-appointed guest rooms and 24,000 square feet of meeting space offer an experience that is hard to match. The guest rooms are fitted with sleek work desks, along with 32” LCD televisions and wall-mounted, plug-n-play consoles for Wi-Fi internet access. Dark wood furnishings, leather lounge chairs, contemporary lighting and gorgeous bathrooms complete the newly renovated guest rooms, which also come with stunning city or river views.Overview:

The Front Desk Supervisor provides guidance and leadership as the lead Front Office Clerk ensuring consistent quality customer service is delivered.

 

The Front Desk Supervisor will:

• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing to provide clear direction to staff.
• Monitor lobby traffic and make staffing adjustments accordingly.
• Greet guests immediately with a friendly and sincere welcome.
• Promptly complete the registration process by inputting and retrieving information with routine difficulty from a computer system, confirming pertinent information including number of guests and room rate.
• Promote the Pyramid Hotel Group marketing program.
• Make appropriate selection of rooms based on guest needs. Non-verbally confirm the room number and rate.
• Require standing and continual mobility throughout front office area.
• Handle cash, make change and balance an assigned house bank.
• Accept and record vouchers, traveler�s 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 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 hotel guests as requested.
• Remain calm and alert, especially during emergency situations and/or heavy hotel activity, serving as a role model for Front Office Staff and 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 situation.
• Authorize revenue allowances to remedy problems only after other alternative solutions have been offered.
• Other attendance in conformance with the standards, which may be established by Pyramid Hotel Group from time to time, is essential to the successful performance

Qualifications:

SPECIFIC JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY:

 

The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that he or she can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using another combination of skills and abilities. Ability to effectively deal with internal and external customers, some of whom will require high levels of patience, tact and diplomacy to defuse anger and collect accurate information and resolve conflicts. Basic mathematical skills required. Ability to access and accurately input information using a moderately complex computer system.Ability to stand, walk and continuously perform behind the front desk..Ability to communicate verbally and in writing and prepare complex reports of room availability and revenues generated.

 

QUALIFICATION STANDARDS: Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school or any other combination of education, training or experience that provides the required knowledge skills and abilities. High school diploma required. Some College preferred. Experience: No prior experience required. Two years combined prior front desk and supervisory experience preferred. Grooming: All employees must maintain a neat, clean and well groomed appearance.

 

Other: Applicants with additional language skills preferred.

 

Note: The hotel functions seven (7) days a week and twenty-four (24) hours per day. All employees, both management and hourly, must realize this fact and be aware that at times it may be necessary to move an employee from their accustomed shift as business demands.