Front Office Supervisor

**THE OPPORTUNITY**:
FRONT OFFICE SUPERVISOR

Reports to Front Office Manager and General Manager

**THE COMPANY**:
Passion Drives Performance. InnVest succeeds because our people love what we do. Our entire team shares a deep-rooted passion for the world of hospitality & travel that extends far beyond the walls of our offices and locations.

Our company culture is built on collaboration. A nimble team where everyone has a voice at the table and an opportunity to pursue their passions. Our skillsets are as diverse as our portfolio, but we all have a singular focus: a belief that partnerships deliver the best results, an entrepreneurial approach to decision making, respect for others, a strong sense of integrity and a curiosity to challenge the status quo.

With 77 hotels in our portfolio, representing 18 internationally recognized hotel brands, InnVest is the largest independent owner of hotels in Canada. In addition, our management team oversees the day-to-day activities of almost 70 hotels also making InnVest the largest independent operator of hotels in Canada. InnVest’s portfolio is geographically diverse with hotels from Vancouver, BC to Corner Brook, NFLD but also experientially diverse from Roadside inns to luxury urban properties.

At InnVest, our mission is simple - to deliver outstanding guest experiences and superior returns on quality hospitality investment. A career at InnVest will provide you with unrivalled opportunities and invaluable exposure to Canada’s largest independently-owned and operated hotel portfolio.

**THE ROLE**:
The Front Office Supervisor position is generally responsible for managing and participating in the day-to-day operation of Guest Services & Front Desk: carries out reporting, trains and supervises new staff. In turn maintaining high standards of quality, revenue management, inventory cost control and ensuring guest and employee satisfaction.

**ACTIVITIES**:
TThe duties of the Front Office Supervisor include, but are not limited to the following:

- Develop, prepare, execute & achieve financial goals.
- Lead and supervise the day-to-day operation of the front office department (night audit, guest services and reservations) to ensure brand standards are in place and maintained.
- Monitor and maintain the front office, guest accounting and reservations to ensure a high level of guest satisfaction and ensure company standards are met.
- Responsible for the supervision, recruitment, selection, training and development of front office personnel.
- Handle guest feedback/concerns promptly to ensure the highest level of guest satisfaction.
- Promote a culture focused on guest service.
- Recommends, develops and implements staff incentives designed to increase revenues.
- Implement and maintain all company policies and procedures.
- Assist hotel management as directed with development of special reports and/or special projects.
- Ability to set procedures relating to groups according to company policy and Yield Management targets
- Assist the General Manager in producing hotel forecast by accurate projection of room related revenue and expenses
- Keep central reservations updated on hotel facilities/special promotions to maximize revenues
- Support the General Manager with the development of the room revenue budget.
- Administer and maintain all uniforms and inventories, including printed materials.
- Assist in the operation of other departments within the hotel.
- Manager on Duty shifts are required, oversee day-to-day operations.
- Other duties as assigned.

**COMPETENCIES WE ARE SEEKING**:

- 2+ years’ experience in a similar supervisory/leadership role
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Accuracy and attention to detail
- Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities
- Service focused personality with the ability to lead by example
- Computer-savvy
- Experience with property management system an asset
- Well organized self-starter
- Results-oriented with the ability to be flexible and work well under pressure
- Degree or Diploma in Hospitality Management is an asset
- Night Audit experience an asset
- Must be available days, evenings, weekend and holidays.
- Supervise the reservation functions including Yield Management System to ensure maximum RevPar.
- Ensure staff is knowledgeable on all hotel facilities, daily functions, current hotel promotions, as well as local activities within the city.

Pay: $23.50 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 40 per week

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Store discount

Schedule:

- Evening shift
- Every Weekend

Work Location: In person