Rooms Divisions Manager - The Park Tower Knightsbridge Luxury Collection Hotel London
Marriott
London, England, United KingdomPosted 16 days agoFull-time
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JOB SUMMARY
Assists in managing the execution of all operations in the rooms area
departments (e.g., Front Office, Concierge, Butlers and Housekeeping) and
managing staff. Strives to continually improve guest and employee satisfaction
and maximize the financial performance of the department. Monitors compliance
with standards and procedures. Leads specific team while assisting with meeting
or exceeding property goals.
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
Leading Room Operations Team
• Verifies that goals are being translated to the team as they relate to guest
tracking and productivity.
• Creates and nurtures a property environment that emphasizes motivation,
empowerment, teamwork, continuous improvement and a passion for providing
service.
• Understands employee and guest satisfaction results and developing game plans
to attack need areas and expand on the strengths.
• Verifies that the team has the capabilities to meet expectations.
• Leads by example demonstrating self-confidence, energy and enthusiasm.
• Assists employees in understanding guests’ ever-changing needs and
expectations, and exceeding them.
Managing Property Rooms Operations Function(s)
• Assists in managing the execution of all operations in the rooms area
departments (e.g., Front Office, Concierge, Butlers and Housekeeping).
• Works closely with other discipline leaders to ensure guest expectations are
delivered
• Build a strong rapport with Head Concierge and Engineering dept to ensure all
rooms operations functions are run smoothly
• Follows property specific second effort and recovery plan.
• Publishes all guest satisfaction results in a timely fashion including all
guest satisfaction forms, comment cards and guest letters.
• Takes proactive approaches when dealing with employee concerns.
• Extends professionalism and courtesy to employees at all times.
• Communicates/updates all goals and results with employees.
• Meets semiannually with staff on a one-to-one basis.
• Assists/teaches the team scheduling against guest and hours/occupied room
goals.
• Performs hourly job functions as needed.
• Performs other duties, as assigned, to meet business needs.
• Ensure compliance of all financial aspects of the departments by implementing
and adhering to processes.
Managing and Monitoring Activities that Affect the Guest Experience
• Understands the brand's service culture.
• Provides excellent customer service by being readily available/approachable
for all guests.
• Strives to continually improve guest and employee satisfaction.
• Takes proactive approaches when dealing with guest concerns.
• Extends professionalism and courtesy to guests at all times.
• Responds timely to customer service department request.
• Verifies that all team members meet or exceed all hospitality requirements.
Managing Profitability
• Assists in performing required annual Quality audit with General Manager (GM)
& Director of Operations (DOPS).
• Verifies that a viable key control program is in place.
• 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.
• Strives to maximize the financial performance of the department.
Conducting Human Resources Activities
• Interviews and assists in making hiring decisions.
• Receives hiring recommendations from team supervisors.
• Verifies that orientations for new team members are thorough and completed in
a timely fashion.
• Solicits employee feedback, utilizes an “open door” policy, and reviews
employee satisfaction results to identify and address employee problems or
concerns.
• Verifies property policies are administered fairly and consistently,
disciplinary procedures and documentation are completed according to Standard
and Local Operating Procedures (SOPs and LSOPs) and support the Peer Review
Process, where applicable.
• Celebrates successes and publicly recognizes the contributions of team
members.
MANAGEMENT COMPETENCIES
Leadership
• Adaptability
• Determines how change impacts self and others; displays
flexibility in adjusting priorities; and communicates both the reasons for
change and how it impacts the workplace.
• Communication
• Customizes approach to conveying complex information and
ideas to others in a convincing and engaging manner; appropriately interprets
verbal and non-verbal behavior; and models active listening to ensure
understanding..
• Problem Solving and Decision Making
• Models and coaches others on breaking
complex issues into manageable parts, identifying and evaluating alternatives
and their implications before making decisions, and involving and gaining
agreement from others when making key decisions.
• Professional Demeanor
• Exhibits behavioral styles that convey confidence and
command respect from others; makes a good first impression and represents the
company in alignment with its values.
Managing Execution
• Building and Contributing to Teams
• Leads and participates as a member of a
team to move the team toward the completion of common goals while fostering
cohesion and collaboration among team members.
• Driving for Results
• Sets high standards of performance for self and/or
others; assumes responsibility for work objectives; initiates, focuses, and
monitors the efforts of self and/or others toward the accomplishment goals;
proactively takes action and goes beyond what is required.
• Planning and Organizing
• Gathers information and resources required to set a
plan of action for self and/or others; prioritizes and arranges work
requirements for self and/or others to accomplish goals and ensure work is
completed.
Building Relationships
• Coworker Relationships
• Interacts with others in a way that builds openness,
trust, and confidence in the pursuit of organizational goals and lasting
relationships.
• Customer Relationships
• Develops and sustains relationships based on an
understanding of customer needs and actions consistent with the company’s
service standards.
• Global Mindset
• Supports employees and business partners with diverse
styles, abilities, motivations, and/or cultural perspectives; utilizes
differences to drive innovation, engagement and enhance business results; and
ensures employees are given the opportunity to contribute to their full
potential.
Generating Talent and Organizational Capability
• Organizational Capability
• Evaluates and adapts the structure of team
assignments and work processes to best fit the needs and/or support the goals
of an organizational unit.
• Talent Management
• Provides guidance and feedback to help individuals
develop and strengthen skills and abilities needed to accomplish work
objectives.
Learning and Applying Professional Expertise
• Applied Learning
• Seeks and makes the most of learning opportunities to
improve performance of self and/or others.
• Business Acumen
• Understands and utilizes business information to manage
everyday operations and generate innovative solutions to approach team,
business, and administrative challenges.
• Technical Acumen
• Understands and utilizes professional skills and knowledge
in a specific functional area to conduct and manage everyday business
operations and generate innovative solutions to approach function-specific
work challenges
• Detail Orientation
• The ability to attend to and verify the accuracy and
completeness of details in work activities. This includes focusing on the
small details of work activities and taking the necessary time to ensure
that all the details of completed work are correct and of high quality.
• General Hotel Operations
• Knowledge of the operating principles and
practices of all brand/hotel-specific functions to support successful
operations of the overall property (e.g., Engineering/Maintenance, Event
Management, Finance and Accounting, Human Resources, Legal/Contracting,
Food and Beverage, Guest Services/Front Desk, Sales & Marketing,
Security/Loss Prevention, Retail/Gift Shops, Spa, and Recreation/Health
Club).
• Basic Competencies
• Fundamental competencies required for accomplishing
basic work activities.
• Basic Computer Skills
• Uses basic computer hardware and software (e.g.,
personal computers, word processing software, Internet browsers, etc.).
• Mathematical Reasoning
• Demonstrates ability to add, subtract, multiply,
or divide quickly, correctly, and in a way that allows one to solve
work-related issues.
• Oral Comprehension
• Demonstrates ability to listen to and understand
information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
• Reading Comprehension
• Demonstrates understanding of written sentences and
paragraphs in work-related documents.
• Writing
• Communicates effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs
of the audience.
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.
The Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts, with over 120 properties in more than 35
countries, offers the promise of authentic experiences that evoke lasting,
treasured memories. Our more than 100 years of experience, beginning in 1906
under the Italian CIGA brand – a collection of Europe's most celebrated and
iconic properties – serves as a solid foundation as we continuously evolve to
exceed the desires of the luxury traveler.
From legendary palaces and remote retreats to timeless modern classics, each
luxury hotel and resort is a unique and cherished expression of its locale – a
portal to the destination’s cultural charms and treasures. If you are someone
with an appreciation for evocative storytelling, a keen interest and passion for
this destination's heritage, and a desire to deliver genuine, personalized, and
anticipatory hospitality, then we invite you on our journey. In joining The
Luxury Collection, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International.
Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing
global team, and become the best version of you.