Nights Guest Experience Supervisor

Edinburgh, SCT, GB, United Kingdom

Job Description

Additional Information



Job Number

25118287

Job Category

Rooms & Guest Services Operations

Location

Residence Inn Edinburgh, 36 Simpson Loan Quartermile, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom, EH3 9GG

Schedule

Full Time

Located Remotely?

N

Position Type

Non-Management

POSITION SUMMARY







JOB SUMMARY







Serves as the property Night Supervisor oversees all property operations, ensuring that the highest levels of hospitality and service are provided. Represents property management in resolving any guest or property related situation. Manages the safety and security of the hotel in the absence of the hotel manager.



PAY RATE 13.73





CANDIDATE PROFILE







Education and Experience


High school diploma or GED; 4 years experience in the guest services, front desk, housekeeping, or related professional area.
OR


2-year degree from an accredited university in Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or related major; 2 years experience in the guest services, front desk, housekeeping, or related professional area.




CORE WORK ACTIVITIES







Monitoring Property Operations




Monitors and ensures compliance with all Guidelines to Operations. Ensures supervisors maintain adequate levels of department supplies. Ensures all employees are in proper uniform and are properly groomed (grooming standards in employee handbook). Ensures employees are working in a safe environment. Manages all period-end inventories. Directs, monitors, and assists all overnight staff. Ensures guest tracking scores and employee opinion survey goals are achieved.


Supporting Profitability and Revenue Goals




Reviews financial statements, sales and activity reports, and other performance data to measure productivity and goal achievement and to determine areas needing cost reduction and program improvement. Assists in the response and resolution of all guest issues received directly from guests or from Guest Relations. Assists accounts receivable clerk in all aspects of job and in keeping all invoices due below 60 days. Monitors that the supervisor is researching/processing all chargebacks and rebates on a timely basis. Administers plans and actions to keep chargebacks and rebates to a minimum. Ensures all employees are adhering to proper cash handling procedures and monitors overage/shortages. Manages employee hours. Works with the leadership team of the property to identify and implement action plans to prevent the reoccurrence of guest issues.


Managing and Conducting Human Resources Activities




Promotes participation in property safety-related programs. Monitors employee attendance and records absences/tardiness. Promotes teamwork and employee morale. Ensures all employees are trained on specific aspects of their job and are aware of all resources to assist them in problem solving. Keeps employees informed regarding new operational procedures, standards, or programs. Ensures all employees have complete knowledge of emergency procedures. Ensures constant communication takes place between employees, supervisors and management. Provides orientation for new employees and ensuring all information is entered into computer. Helps direct supervisors to achieve their own development goals. Encourages employee relations through gifts, parties, outings. Creates incentives that will promote better service and profit for the property. Assists operations manager in processing employee payroll weekly. Solicits employee feedback, utilizes an "open door policy" and reviews employee satisfaction results to identify and address employee problems or concerns. Ensures property policies are administered fairly and consistently, disciplinary procedures and documentation are completed according to Standard and Local Operating Procedures (SOPs and LSOPs) and supports the Peer Review Process. Conducts annual performance appraisal with direct reports according to Standard Operating Procedures.


Safety and Security


Maintain awareness of undesirable persons on property premises. Follow property specific procedures for handling emergency situations (e.g., evacuations, medical emergencies, natural disasters). Identify and correct unsafe work procedures or conditions and/or report them to management and security/safety personnel. Follow company and department safety and security policies and procedures to ensure a clean, safe, and secure environment. Report work related accidents, or other injuries immediately upon occurrence to manager/supervisor. Conduct security walks through the property twice per shift.
Policies and Procedures


Protect the privacy and security of guests and coworkers. Maintain confidentiality of proprietary materials and information. Follow company and department policies and procedures. Ensure uniform, nametags, and personal appearance are clean, hygienic, professional and in compliance with company policies and procedures. Protect company tools, equipment, machines, or other assets in accordance with company policies and procedures. Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.
Guest Relations


Address guests' service needs in a professional, positive, and timely manner. Welcome and acknowledge each and every guest with a smile, eye contact, and a friendly verbal greeting, using the guest's name when possible. Thank guests with genuine appreciation and provide a fond farewell. Provide assistance to individuals with disabilities, including assisting visually, hearing, or physically-impaired individuals within guidelines (e.g., escorting them when requested, using words to explain actions, writing directions on paper, moving objects out of the way, or offering access to Braille or TDD phones). Actively listen and respond positively to guest questions, concerns, and requests using brand or property specific process (e.g., LEARN, PLEASED, Guest Response, LEAP) to resolve issues, delight, and build trust. Anticipate guests' service needs, including asking questions of guests to better understand their needs and watching/listening to guest preferences and acting on them whenever possible. Assist other employees to ensure proper coverage and prompt guest service. Engage guests in conversation regarding their stay, property services, and area attractions/offerings.
Communication


Speak to guests and co-workers using clear, appropriate and professional language. Answer telephones using appropriate etiquette including answering the phone within 3 rings, answering with a smile in one's voice, using the callers' name, transferring calls to appropriate person/department, requesting permission before placing the caller on hold, taking and relaying messages, and allowing the caller to end the call. Provide assistance to coworkers, ensuring they understand their tasks. Discuss work topics, activities, or problems with coworkers, supervisors, or managers discreetly and quietly, avoiding public areas of the property. Talk with and listen to other employees to effectively exchange information.


Working with Others


Support all co-workers and treat them with dignity and respect. Develop and maintain positive and productive working relationships with other employees and departments. Partner with and assist others to promote an environment of teamwork and achieve common goals. Handle sensitive issues with employees and/or guests with tact, respect, diplomacy, and confidentiality.
Quality Assurance/Quality Improvement


Comply with quality assurance expectations and standards.
Physical Tasks


Enter and locate work-related information using computers and/or point of sale systems. Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 10 pounds without assistance.
Check-in/Check-out


Ensure checks that come from outlets (e.g., Market & F&B) are scanned and charged to room. Activate room keys using electronic key machine (e.g., Saflok) and reissue new room keys to guests as necessary (e.g., lost key) by verifying guest identity and using electronic key machine. Secure valid form of payment (e.g., credit card, cash) prior to issuing room key. Ensure rates match market codes and that any exceptions are documented and include an explanation. Process all guest check-ins by confirming reservations in computer system (e.g., Fidelio, PMS, FOSSE, OPERA), verifying guest identity, requesting form of payment, assigning room, and issuing room key in accordance with property policies and procedures. File guest paperwork or documentation. Advise guest of any messages (e.g., voicemail, mail, faxes) received for them, and send to room if required. Sell a room/accommodation to guests without reservations based on availability. Assign room according to guest request and preferences whenever possible.
Communications


Operate telephone switchboard station in order to answer telephone calls. Process guest requests for wake up calls, screening calls, do not disturb, call forwarding, conference calls, TDD relay calls, and non-registered guest calls.
Reports/Recordkeeping


Print contingency lists to have a record of all guests in case of emergency. Complete the Room Rate Variance Report. Counting the Market each night and the back of house cellar every Sunday.
Guest Services


Accept and record wake-up call requests and deliver to appropriate department.
Cash Handling


Process all payment types such as room charges, cash, checks, debit, or credit. Process adjustment vouchers, paid-outs, correction vouchers, and miscellaneous charges. Count bank at end of shift and secure bank. Balance and drop receipts according to Accounting specifications.
Finance-Related


Complete end-of-day activities including posting charges to accounts, running night audit backup, and roll the date.
Operations Related


Breakfast buffet set up Setting up tables in the lobby in preparation for breakfast. Element of cooking required to ensure proteins are cooked and ready for chefs each morning Performs other related tasks as assigned by management.

Complies with Marriott International Hotels Limited Regional Office policies and procedures.



At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.


Residence Inn by Marriott helps guests thrive while on long stays so they can perform at their best. Spacious suites with full kitchens offer the comforts of the modern home, while associates provide service with a human touch to business and leisure travelers alike. Working at Residence Inn, you will build relationships grounded in teamwork and experience the legendary Residence Inn service culture which focuses on delivering against the unique needs of long stay guests. In joining Residence Inn, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International.

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD3405428
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Edinburgh, SCT, GB, United Kingdom
  • Education
    Not mentioned