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Fairmont Hotels & Resorts

Assistant Overnight Operations Manager

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, Austin, Texas, us, 78716

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Austin's largest luxury property, Fairmont Austin offers 1,048 guestrooms and suites, along with over 140,000 square feet of meeting and event space. This is your opportunity to be part of the most innovative and passionate hotel teams in one of the fastest growing markets in the United States.

Company Description

Fairmont Austin offers 1,048 guestrooms and suites, along with over 140,000 square feet of meeting and event space. This is your opportunity to be part of the most innovative and passionate hotel teams in one of the fastest growing markets in the United States.

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Job Description Summary of Responsibilities:

Assisting the Overnight Operation Manager on overseeing the overnight operations team (including In Room Dining, Security, Overnight Cleaning Teams, Overnight Valet, front Office, and Engineering) for the hotel and works closely with the security team to maintain the safety and security of the hotel during the overnight shift.

Provides the guest with flawless, proactive and sincere luxury services from an engaged and empowered workforce committed to creating a memorable experience

Acts as ambassador and spokesperson to all customers; promotes tailored services to VIPs and loyalty program members; responding in a timely and consistent manner to customer & third party concerns; fielding issues with all operational departments

Demonstrates a commitment to Service Excellence; leads the tactical implementation of customer satisfaction improvement activities measured through VOG (TrustYou) and in keeping with our luxury standards of service from curb to pillow.

Ensures that daily labor outlook and results for the Front Office department are accurate; maintains departmental efficiency/productivity and essential luxury guest services; maximization of revenues via upsells.

Covering the Night operations Manager days off and his time off

Working closely with Night auditors and providing them the support they need to run the overnight operation.

Focusing on Billing accuracy and reviewing all transient guest to increase our Departure Experience

Reconciliation for ALL membership points and Suite Night upgrade redemption

Actively participates in the revenue management process ensuring Rooms revenue is maximized in order to achieve financial success (RevPar and GOP); develops plans to maximize upsell revenues.

Coaches and mentor’s colleagues; creates an environment that allows colleagues to exceed guest expectations and provide a path for career development with Fairmont Hotels and Resorts

Assisting the Night Operation Manager to lead the department and maintain superior colleague engagement through action planning as a result of the Colleague Engagement Survey including continuous improvements.

Ensures colleague concerns are resolved in a professional and timely manner.

Builds and maintains employee relationships; attends monthly communication meetings; ensures appropriate and timely recognition for individuals and teams; participates in departmental and hotel recognition events.

Contributing to a positive hotel culture and success of ongoing Service Promise training.

Executes and monitors effective goals and measurements for the Front Desk, exceeding expectations of all four pillars (colleagues, owners, guests, and brand).

Assists with ECOSURE & LQA action planning and improvement plan implementation, ensuring a consistent delivery of luxury products and services.

Involved and active within hotel committees.

Promotes health, safety and well-being of our guests and co-workers by having in-depth knowledge of the Hotel's crisis and emergency procedures; understands and implements the corporate crisis communication procedures within the Front Office.

Complies with Fairmont Hotels & Resorts policies, procedures and code of ethics and ensures Service Essentials and Brand Standards are in place and executed.

Performs all other tasks which are assigned by the management team.

What Is In It For You

Paid time off

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, 401K

Complimentary shift meal

Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide

Learning programs through our Academies and Educational Assistance for further development

Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world!

Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities, like Sustainability Committee

Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

1-2 years of luxury hospitality experience required

Previous experience in a leadership capacity required

Extensive knowledge of Front Office operations, brand standards required

Previous Property Management System experience required

Computer literate in Microsoft Window applications required

University degree or College diploma in Hotel Management preferred

Ability to analyze data and trends and create strategies for improvement, willing to take risks

Must possess a professional presentation

Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities

Able to balance a variety of priorities while considering all aspects of the job i.e. Financial, Operational, and Human Resources.

Excellent grasp of generally accepted accounting principles

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Software required

Superior leadership & coaching skills with a proven track record of developing and motivating career minded professionals.

Highly responsible & reliable

Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment

Ability to work cohesively as part of a team as well as excellent independent work ethic

Ability to promote fun at workplace

Analytical skills, strength as a developer and a leader of others, creativity, and strong planning skills are essential for this position

Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times

Additional Information A team of Heartists that are committed to working together, supporting each other, and providing the best guest experience, Feel Valued, Feel Sparked, We Are One

Our Commitment To Diversity & Inclusion We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent. We commit to a future where diverse identities are celebrated, and equitable and inclusive practices are woven into the fabric of everything we do as an organization.

Fairmont Austin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. EOE/M/F/D/V

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