The Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh Downtown is looking for a Front Office Manager to join their team! Hilton is ranked #1 on Fortune's Best Companies to Work For® in the U.S. list, offering exclusive global Team Member travel perks and discounts. This property is locally owned and operated by Piatt Hotel Group, an established, family-owned management group with a portfolio of newly constructed, renovated and well-maintained properties across Western PA. A career with Piatt Hotel Group offers pathways for new responsibility, career advancement and continuous learning for Team Members at every level.
As Front Office Manager you will supervise, coordinate, and participate in all activities of the front desk. This includes directing, training, scheduling and recruiting of front desk agents and night auditors. You will ensure that all
departments are functioning efficiently and providing high-quality service to
guests while maintaining operational excellence and service standards. You will be leading and motivating the team to deliver exceptional
service and achieve the hotel and Piatt Hotel Group's goals and objectives.
Some duties will include:
- Training of associates
- Ensuring
exceptional guest experiences by establishing and maintaining high service
standards, monitoring guest feedback, and taking appropriate actions to address
any issues or concerns promptly.
- Conduct
regular inspections, implement corrective actions when necessary, and ensure
compliance with health, safety, and security protocols to ensure that the hotel
meets or exceeds brand standards, as well as local and international
regulations.
- Optimizing
process by analyzing operational data, identifying areas for improvement, and
implementing strategies to increase efficiency and productivity across all
departments.
- Act
as systems matter expert in all rooms related platforms (PEP, R&I, GRO,
Quore in addition to others)
- Assist in times of emergencies or unforeseen situations.
- Work
closely with Sales Team and Revenue Manager to provide insights and
recommendations based on industry trends, guest feedback, and market analysis.
- Promote
teamwork and associate morale.
- Ensure
that the proper recruiting, interviewing, screening, reference checking, and
hiring procedures are followed.
- Assist
with onboarding new employees, benefits enrollment, ensuring required training
is assigned and completed.
- Resolve
all service issues via written communication or phone calls to the complete
satisfaction of hotel customers.
- Ensure
billing is reconciled and follow accounting policies.
- Support
other leadership team members and/or managers when needed.
Required Skills:
- Highly
organized, solid oral and written communication skills
- Ability
to work autonomously and sell effectively
- Leadership
skills
- Trustworthy
and results-driven
- Working
knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Excellent
business and analytical skills
- The
ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced business environment.
- Willingness
to participate in community-driven
events, charities, chamber of commerce and other local organizations.
- Must be available to work nights, weekends and holidays.
Education and Experience:
- High School diploma or
equivalent
- Minimum
of 2 (two) years Front Desk Manager experience
- Revenue Management experience preferred but not required
- Hilton
experience and systems experience preferred but not required
Benefits:
We offer a competitive benefits package including 401(k) with match, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, Paid UFC GYM Membership, Food & Beverage Discount, Paid Parking and Team Member Travel Perks/Discounts.
Equal Opportunity Employer