The Guest Services Manager is expected to provide the highest level of Member and Guest service at every point of contact through the use of communications, organizational and interpersonal skills. This position assists the General Manager with responsibilities as well as supervises, directs and leads the Front Desk and Night Auditor teams to ensure the standard and quality of services offered meets or exceeds levels established by Hilton Grand Vacations.
In this highly visible leadership role represents Hilton Grand Vacations in a professional manner at all times.
Oversees and completes all front office leader daily tasks. Manages day-to-day staffing needs, plans and assigns work and establishes performance and development goals for team members.
Supervises the activities related to lodging, arrival and concierge services such as reception area standards, greeting standards for Members and Guests, cleanliness, comfort and accurate information.
Helps all Front Desk Clerks and Night Auditors in their own responsibilities and completion of their daily responsibilities.
Trains, mentors, and motivates front-desk clerks, night auditors. Enforces corporate quality-assurance standards.
Liaises with all other internal Team Members and departments to ensure that Member Reception is updated and able to support and provide service and information relating to large groups/functions and all animation events.
Can confidently lead through high-pressure situations, respond to emergencies and ensure smooth daily operations across departments.
Assists in selecting and hiring process of new Team Members at Member Reception: including but not limited to training, scheduling all shifts, evaluation of Member Reception Team Members’ performance on an annual basis.
Practices an open-door policy, communicates effectively and keeps all Front Desk Clerks and Night Auditors informed on activities and specials events on the Resort and throughout the area/locally.
Oversees the regular review, improvement and maintenance of the Vacation Home directory, Movie Menu and DVD case binders, and all activity/restaurant resource binders.
Helps in planning, supporting and communicating to Member Reception Team on all Member Animation activities/events and any other special events.
Follows up and resolves service issues quickly, handles escalated complaints on any Member related issues that require immediate Manager intervention/attention. Drives operational excellence in order to maintain high satisfaction scores.
Communicates with Members in a courteous, professional and empathetic manner.
Conducts daily reviews of occupancy and upcoming reservations for Members and all other guests - ensures special consideration of requests, housekeeping requirements and that all vacation homes are blocked in an orderly manner.
Ensures timely liaison between the Discovery/Passport/Referral guests, the applicable hotel partners and reservations and presentation times.
Organizes and orders all Member Reception Team Member uniforms – ensures that dress codes are set and met daily by all Member Reception Team Members.
Organizes the physical area of Member Reception and its back of house – ensures it is safe, tidy, and efficiently organized at all times.
Facilitates all Member collateral by ordering and keeping an updated inventory of supplies on hand.
Recommends improvements in the operation where there is opportunity to develop service standards, increase revenue, or reduce costs.
Provides input in the development of capital and operating budgets annually.
Prepares reports as requested and keeps the General Manager informed of all problems or unusual matters involving Members, Guests or Team Members.
Reviews and corrects daily/ monthly revenue and payment reports prepared by Night Auditors – provides support and answers questions if required to ensure all reporting is consistent and accurate prior to submission.
Champions Inspired Hospitality by empowering team members to exceed member expectations, creating meaningful connections, anticipating needs, and fostering a culture where every interaction reflects warmth, care, professionalism, and a commitment to delivering exceptional vacation experiences.
- Embodies the Hilton Grand Vacations Values of Hospitality, Integrity, Leadership, Teamwork, Ownership, Now,
- Completes all required Company training/compliance courses assigned.
- Adheres to Company standards and maintains compliance with all policies and procedures.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Provides immediate supervision to direct reports. Oversees and controls the work performance of others in a close working relationship, often in the same room or close proximity. A portion of the time may be spent performing individual tasks similar to those performed by direct reports. May participate in the interview, selection and training processes, as assigned. May be responsible for assigning work to direct reports, reviewing results in accordance to policies and procedures, and providing recommendations to management.
Computer proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
Understand how to develop and implement business strategies.
Ability to interpret policies, procedures and manuals.
Excellent customer service skills.
Proficient in time management; the ability to organize and manage multiple priorities.
Ability to take initiative and effectively adapt to changes.
Recognizes an emergency situation and takes appropriate action.
Able to establish and maintain a cooperative working relation.
Able to use sound judgment; work independently, with minimal supervision.
Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
Performs well with frequent interruptions and/or distractions.
Basic math skills.
Cash handling skills (the ability to count currency, make and count back change).
Ability to consistently demonstrate the highest standards of professionalism when interacting with fellow team members, management, owners, members and prospects.
