Assistant Front Office Manager

Hyatt Union Square New York
New York, NY

Hyatt Union Square New York

134 Fourth Avenue

New York, NY 10003

Telephone (212) 253-1234

Hotel with 178 Rooms
Managed By HHM Hotels

Compensation: $22.51 per hour

Opportunity: Assistant Front Office Manager

Assist in overseeing front office operations to include supervising front office personal in accordance with established guest service and sustainability standards.

Potential Career Path

Front Office Manager – Rooms Division Manager – Assistant General Manager

Essential Job Functions

  • Interview, select, train, schedule, coach and support associates, ensuring they perform in accordance with established brand or hotel standards and consistent with HHM core values.
  • Oversee all front office operations in the absence of the Front Office Manager or Assistant General Manager.
  • Be aware of guest satisfaction scores and work toward increasing departmental and overall guest satisfaction.
  • Assist in monitoring of front office financial operations and ensure front office compliance with accounting controls and procedures.
  • Assist in development, implementation and monitoring of daily, weekly, monthly, and annual department-wide budgets and forecasts.
  • Review, submit for approval, and order capital budget items as required.
  • Review correspondence from guests and incident logs; direct staff according to information obtained.
  • Ensure front office supplies and merchandise for the gift shop and or market are fully stocked, and inventory is maintained.
  • Work with the Sales office to ensure group resumes and group rooming lists are inputted and maintained.
  • Monitor occupancy of guest room space to ensure most efficient use and minimize overbooking.
  • Follow sustainability guidelines and practices related to HHM’s EarthView program.
  • Practice safe work habits, wear protective safety equipment and follow MSDS and OSHA standards.
  • Perform other duties as requested by management.

Position Requirements

  • Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
  • 1 to 3 years hospitality related experience, including front desk operations experience.

HHM Hotels Benefits and Perks

  • Medical, Dental and Vision Health Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • 401k Company Match
  • Daily Pay
  • Free Basic Life Insurance
  • 24/7 access to TELUS Health, a confidential work-life resource.
  • Travel Discounts
  • Commuter Transit and Commuter Parking Benefits
  • Employee Assistance and Wellness Program
  • Educational/Professional Development
  • Referral Bonus Program

Work Environment and Context

  • Work schedule varies and may include working on holidays and weekends and alternate shifts.
  • Requires standing for extended periods, walking, pushing, lifting up to 25 pounds, bending and reaching, stooping, kneeling, or crouching.

What We Believe

People Are Our Capability – Hearts That Serve – Only Excellence – Stay Nimble - Own It

Hyatt Union Square New York

Hotel with 178 Rooms

Our Hotel

Located close to 14th Street in the heart of New York City, our AAA Four Diamond, Forbes Travel Guide Four-Star hotel is an upscale urban space that combines contemporary design with natural elements. The hotel's exterior is adorned with a historic façade, the lobby features 25-foot ceilings, and guest rooms and suites are comfortable yet chic. Our luxury boutique NYC hotel near Union Square will exceed all expectations. We invite travelers to stay, explore and have an adventure in our exciting city.

We hope visitors let Bowery Road and the Library of Distilled Spirits provide them and their guests local, seasonal dishes and unique cocktails to create a unique event. We offer the perfect spaces for your seated dinners and cocktail parties. We also offer an experiential dining experience with Chef Ron Rosselli for small private dining events of up to 20 guests.