Job Details

About us:

At The Holiday Inn Express Chicago Mag Mile, we’re all about simple smart travel. We proudly offer a straightforward, uncompromising and modern guest experience by providing more where it matters most to our guests. Express Start Breakfast? Included. Easy check-in? Check. All the essentials in a comfy room? They’re all included with a great night’s sleep. We’re focused on getting our guests more than ready. So we’re always ready. Are you?

Your day to day:

Our guests’ memorable experiences have to start somewhere. So why not with you? We’re looking for a new Front Office Manager to take ownership of delivering exceptional first impressions – managing everything from registration and reservations to porter and concierge services.

Every day is different, but you’ll mostly be:
● Managing and coaching your front office team to deliver memorable guest experiences and the warmest of welcomes
● Engaging with guests to build personal relationships and remedy any complaints
● Conducting regular front office inspections to ensure we’re making the right first impression
● Helping to prepare budgets and finding new ways to drive revenue from walk-ins and up-selling at the front desk
● Training team members on PBX procedures and taking the lead during an emergency or crisis.

What we need from you:

● Bachelor’s degree / higher education qualification / equivalent in Hotel Management/ Business Administration
● 3 years of Front Office/Guest Service experience including management experience
● Must speak fluent English
● Other languages preferred
 
What we offer:

We give our people everything they need to succeed. From a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life.
We welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate differences and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. We are an equal-opportunity employer and offer opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
So, join us and you’ll become part of our hotel family.