Colwen Management Inc
Front Desk Supervisor - Residence Inn Portsmouth
Colwen Management Inc, Portsmouth, New Hampshire, United States, 00215
Front Desk Supervisor - Residence Inn Portsmouth
Job Category : Rooms Front Office
Requisition Number : FRONT004320
Posted : January 6, 2026
Full-Time
Locations Residence Inn Portsmouth Residence Inn by Marriott Downtown/Waterfront 100 Deer Street Portsmouth, NH 03801, USA
Residence Inn Portsmouth, a Colwen Hotels Property, is seeking an engaging, friendly, and detail-oriented Front Desk Supervisor to join our team. This individual will be directly responsible for the Front Desk and Night Audit teams with a focus on guest and associate satisfaction. Successful candidates will have previous Front Desk Experience, strong customer service focus, and the ability to train and grow our associates.
Colwen Hotels is a dynamic and growing hotel company, with an extraordinary portfolio of award-winning hotels. We are a hospitality group built on hard work, character, and authenticity. We cultivate ideas and empower individuals to bring forward-thinking concepts to life to enrich guest experiences. Staying ahead of the curve is what has made us who we are today, and we strive to keep our ideas fresh. We currently have 40 hotels in our portfolio operating across 10 states.
General Responsibilities:
Assist in the management of the day-to-day operations of the Front Office to ensure that associates adhere to Colwen Hotels and brand standards and consistently meet and exceed business and guests expectations.
Assist in the interviewing and performance supervision of Front Office Associates.
Process check-in and check-out, verify billing, create reservations, and process special requests.
Demonstrate knowledge of hotel property and local attractions to assist guests as needed.
Establish and maintain open collaborative relationships with direct reports and management throughout the hotel.
Ensure that all complaints regarding service and/or accommodations are investigated and resolved in a timely manner.
Ensure all associates adhere to credit and handling policies; analyze variances and maintain a close watch to the daily house count.
Monitor budgets and payroll records and review financial transactions to ensure appropriateness.
Conduct ongoing analysis of processes for continuous improvement/efficiency.
Coach and support Front Office Team to effectively manage occupancy, guest service, and controllable expenses.
Identify service issues and trends. Facilitate creative solutions to overcome obstacles and insure continuous guest satisfaction results.
Balance cost controls with exceptional guest service and associate satisfaction.
Maintain STRICT key controls and safety and security standards.
Ensure compliance with Colwen Hotels policies and procedures and Federal & State Labor laws.
Perform other duties, as assigned, to meet business needs.
Requirements:
Two-year college degree or equivalent hospitality experience
Previous brand experience highly desirable
Strong leader of people
Superior interpersonal and customer service skills
Reliable with the ability to multi-task and work under pressure
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Intermediate to advanced computer skills
Familiar with common computer software programs
Must be willing to work varied hours including nights, weekends, and holidays
We’ve got you covered: Benefits & Perks
Medical Insurance with Company-Funded HRA
Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Wide-Array of Supplemental Insurance Offerings
Paid Time Off Programs
Employee Assistance Program
401K Plan – Traditional & Roth Options with Employer Match
Hotel Discount Travel Program for Associates & Family
Exclusive Associate Discounts – Travel, Entertainment, & Retail
Training and Development Programs
Colwen Hotels is an equal opportunity employer. EEO M/F/D/V
Colwen Hotels is an equal opportunity employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Requisition Number : FRONT004320
Posted : January 6, 2026
Full-Time
Locations Residence Inn Portsmouth Residence Inn by Marriott Downtown/Waterfront 100 Deer Street Portsmouth, NH 03801, USA
Residence Inn Portsmouth, a Colwen Hotels Property, is seeking an engaging, friendly, and detail-oriented Front Desk Supervisor to join our team. This individual will be directly responsible for the Front Desk and Night Audit teams with a focus on guest and associate satisfaction. Successful candidates will have previous Front Desk Experience, strong customer service focus, and the ability to train and grow our associates.
Colwen Hotels is a dynamic and growing hotel company, with an extraordinary portfolio of award-winning hotels. We are a hospitality group built on hard work, character, and authenticity. We cultivate ideas and empower individuals to bring forward-thinking concepts to life to enrich guest experiences. Staying ahead of the curve is what has made us who we are today, and we strive to keep our ideas fresh. We currently have 40 hotels in our portfolio operating across 10 states.
General Responsibilities:
Assist in the management of the day-to-day operations of the Front Office to ensure that associates adhere to Colwen Hotels and brand standards and consistently meet and exceed business and guests expectations.
Assist in the interviewing and performance supervision of Front Office Associates.
Process check-in and check-out, verify billing, create reservations, and process special requests.
Demonstrate knowledge of hotel property and local attractions to assist guests as needed.
Establish and maintain open collaborative relationships with direct reports and management throughout the hotel.
Ensure that all complaints regarding service and/or accommodations are investigated and resolved in a timely manner.
Ensure all associates adhere to credit and handling policies; analyze variances and maintain a close watch to the daily house count.
Monitor budgets and payroll records and review financial transactions to ensure appropriateness.
Conduct ongoing analysis of processes for continuous improvement/efficiency.
Coach and support Front Office Team to effectively manage occupancy, guest service, and controllable expenses.
Identify service issues and trends. Facilitate creative solutions to overcome obstacles and insure continuous guest satisfaction results.
Balance cost controls with exceptional guest service and associate satisfaction.
Maintain STRICT key controls and safety and security standards.
Ensure compliance with Colwen Hotels policies and procedures and Federal & State Labor laws.
Perform other duties, as assigned, to meet business needs.
Requirements:
Two-year college degree or equivalent hospitality experience
Previous brand experience highly desirable
Strong leader of people
Superior interpersonal and customer service skills
Reliable with the ability to multi-task and work under pressure
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Intermediate to advanced computer skills
Familiar with common computer software programs
Must be willing to work varied hours including nights, weekends, and holidays
We’ve got you covered: Benefits & Perks
Medical Insurance with Company-Funded HRA
Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Wide-Array of Supplemental Insurance Offerings
Paid Time Off Programs
Employee Assistance Program
401K Plan – Traditional & Roth Options with Employer Match
Hotel Discount Travel Program for Associates & Family
Exclusive Associate Discounts – Travel, Entertainment, & Retail
Training and Development Programs
Colwen Hotels is an equal opportunity employer. EEO M/F/D/V
Colwen Hotels is an equal opportunity employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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