ABOUT FOUR SEASONS:

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.
At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

JOIN OUR TEAM

The Four Seasons Hotel New York Downtown is looking for a Assistant Front Office Manager who share a passion for excellence and who infuse enthusiasm into everything they do. Our Assistant Front Office Manager has the opportunity to shape guest experience by providing exceptional knowledge and service in support of our world-renowned hotels. This position reports to the Front Office Manager. Work authorization for the location is required.
Four Seasons Hotel New York Downtown is diverse, inspiring and vibrant. As Assistant Front Office Manager, you will be part of a team that prides itself on excellent service, driving inclusion & belonging, working collaboratively, demonstrating mutual respect and having a passion for providing exceptional client experiences. Your role is vital to the success of Four Seasons New York Downtown. You will be able to shape your work environment by contributing to new ideas, offer solutions and find ways to collaborate with all departments being at the heart of the operation. In return you will be provided with the same level of care that we expect to be shared with our employees and all backed by our impressive Employee Value Proposition.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

We are looking for individuals who have a knowledge of housekeeping with good communication skills. Applicants are required to have physical mobility as lifting, walking, bending and moving objects up to 50 lbs. Speaking, writing and reading English is required. Positive attitude and willing to learn is must. This position requires an applicant with a flexible schedule and the ability to work all shifts, weekends and holidays.

OUR PURPOSE:

To Enrich the Lives of Employees, Guests and the Community around us

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The Assistant Front Office Manager oversees the Front Office operations and acts as the manager on duty in the hotel when senior managers are not available. The Assistant Front Office Manager directs staff that performs the following duties: welcomes and registers hotel guests, explains the accommodations and establishes credit or method of payment, checks guest out of the hotel, and prepares and explains the bill. The Assistant Front Office Manager will oversee multiple operational departments in the absence of senior management presence and responds to a wide variety of guest requests by accurately assessing their needs and adding personal recommendations to achieve maximum customer satisfaction while complying with all Four Seasons’ policies.

• Manage the staff of the Front Office (Front Desk, Guest Services and Concierge).
• Interview, train and schedule staff. Conduct Performance Evaluations and disciplines of staff when needed.
• Coordinate arrivals, departures and billing requirements with Sales and Catering Department.
• Block rooms for arrival and ensure any discrepancies are resolved. Review daily arrivals to ensure proper handling of Special Attention Guests, Return Guests, and Groups.
• Monitor and assess revenue opportunities for the hotel, maximize red date conversion and keep team on track to meet Upsell Goal.
• Drive all Key Performance index scores relating to service.
• Establish training and accountability with the team to achieve high results above benchmarks.
• Assure that all financial and credit procedures are followed.
• Take action in all matters related to the safety, security, satisfaction and well being of hotel guests and employees when senior management is not available.
• Respond swiftly and effectively in any hotel emergency or safety situation.