Director of Front Office

Charlotte Hotel

The Omni Charlotte Hotel envelopes you in comfort with a touch of genuine North Carolina hospitality. Centrally located in the heart of Charlotte's financial district, the AAA four-diamond hotel is the perfect destination for convenience to area businesses or to explore countless attractions. Linked to 12 city blocks via sky bridge, the Omni Charlotte Hotel is moments away from the Blumenthal Performing Arts Center, Discovery Place, the Charlotte Convention Center, and the EpiCentre entertainment district.

Omni Charlotte's associates enjoy a dynamic and exciting work environment, comprehensive training and mentoring, along with the pride that comes from working for a company with a reputation for exceptional service. We embody a culture of respect, gratitude and empowerment day in and day out. If you are a friendly, motivated person, with a passion to serve others, the Omni Charlotte Hotel may be your perfect match.

The Director of Front Office will work closely with the Rooms Director and other Assistant Front Office Managers and supervisors to oversee the Front Desk staff, ensuring maximum Front Office operating efficiency. Managing, and problem solving associate and guest issues while remaining professional at all times.

Ensure registration cards are completed.
• Collaborate closely with sales and Convention Services teams to ensure group reservations are accurate and group requests are met, making adjustments as needed.
• Partner with the Food and Beverage department to oversee all aspects of our Club 14 operations.
• Lead guest engagement meetings and ensure timely follow-up on guest concerns, delivering effective resolutions.
• Ensure all needed reports are run.
• Continued training done with all associates. Ensure MOS& POE program is consistent.
• Communicate with all departments on continuing basis. Especially the communication with Assistant Front Office Managers each evening/morning.
• Handle all guest complaints maintaining a satisfactory impression with the guest on resolving any complaints.
• Be familiar with the hotel computer system for training, maintenance and trouble shooting.
• Complete rate discrepancy report and make needed changes.
• Block/assign applicable arrivals for the following day; i.e. V.I.P.'s, Select Guests, ESP's, Special Requests, etc.
• Complete check-out with balance report.
• Complete credit check daily.
• Adhere to all Systems & Controls of the Front Office and appropriate areas of responsibilities.
• Assist with departmental scheduling and monitoring payroll productivity.
• Directly oversee all aspects of Front Office, Guest Services and the PBX department.
• Attend meetings as assigned by Director of Rooms.

• Must have an Associate Degree or at least 4 years directly related experience (Hotel-Front Desk) in a managerial role.
• Must be able to work approximately 50 hours per week, flexible shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Must have excellent organizational, supervisory, customer service skills.
• Must be able to work well under stressful situations and handle challenges in a professional manner.
• Must have a 4 diamond presentation.

ENVIRONMENT and POSITION ANALYSIS

• Lift/carry and place objects weighing up to 20 pounds without assistance. Sit and utilize computers/telephones for an extended period of time.

Tools and Equipment:

• Computer and printer, typewriter, telephone, pen/pencil, photo-copying machine, file folders, filing cabinet, facsimile machine

Omni Hotels & Resorts is an equal opportunity employer - vets/disability. The EEO is the Law poster and its supplement are available using the following links: EEOC is the Law Poster and the following link is the OFCCP's Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination policy statement. If you are interested in applying for employment with Omni Hotels & Resorts and need special assistance to apply for a posted position, please send an email to applicationassistance@omnihotels.com.