Waldorf Astoria is looking for an Assistant Director of Front Office to join the team in Chicago's Gold Coast! 

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This Forbes 4-Star property located in downtown Chicago has a Parisian-style charm with 216 rooms, 8,500 square feet of banquet space, and 4 food and beverage outlets. This includes a restaurant, 2 bars, and in-room dining.

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In this position, you will assist in leading and managing all aspects of Front Office operations.

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We are seeking a committed and passionate leader with a track record of enhancing service quality. Candidates must have prior experience in Hotel Front Office Management and familiarity with OnQ. Experience in luxury settings and unionized environments is advantageous.

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Want to learn more? Hotel Website, Facebook, Instagram

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 What will I be doing?

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As an Assistant Director of Front Office, you would be responsible for assisting in the direction and administration of all Front Office operations in the hotel's continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service and financial profitability. Specifically, you would be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

\n\nAssist in the direction and administration of all Front Office operations to include, but not limited to, guest service and registration (check-in/check-out), room inventory and availability, marketing initiatives, systems use and management, budgeting and forecasting, department management, policy and procedure implementation and enforcement and meeting participation and facilitation\nAssist in monitoring and developing team member performance to include, but not limited to, providing supervision and professional development, scheduling, conducting counseling and evaluations and delivering recognition and reward\nMonitor and assess service and satisfaction trends, evaluate and address issues and make improvements accordingly\nOversee the VIP process to include, but not limited to, reviewing VIP reservations, administering amenity orders, managing resumes for incoming guests and groups, updating inventory in the system, monitoring special requests and overseeing rate changes on in-house guests\nInitiate and implement marketing up-selling techniques to promote hotel services and facilities to maximize room occupancy and overall revenue\nEnsure team members have current knowledge of hotel products, services, facilities, events, pricing and policies and knowledge of the local area and events\nRun and complete daily reports, analyze data and make decisions based on data\nResolve guest issues and concerns to guest satisfaction\nRecruit, interview and train team members\n

What are we looking for?

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Since being founded in 1919, Hilton has been a leader in the hospitality industry. Today, Hilton remains a beacon of innovation, quality, and success. This continued leadership is the result of our Team Members staying true to our Vision, Mission, and Values. Specifically, we look for demonstration of these Values:

\n\nHospitality - We're passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.\nIntegrity - We do the right thing, all the time.\nLeadership - We're leaders in our industry and in our communities.\nTeamwork - We're team players in everything we do.\nOwnership - We're the owners of our actions and decisions.\nNow - We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline\n\n

In addition, we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes:

\n\nQuality\nProductivity\nDependability\nCustomer Focus\nAdaptability \n\n

What will it be like to work for Hilton?

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Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands.  Our vision “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality” unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day.  And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!

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The Benefits – Hilton is proud to have an award-winning workplace culture ranking #1 World's Best Workplace by Great Place To Work & Fortune We support the mental and physical wellbeing of all Team Members so they can Thrive personally and professionally in a diverse and inclusive environment, thanks to innovative programs and benefits. Hilton offers its eligible team members a comprehensive benefits package including:

\n\nAccess to your pay when you need it through DailyPay\nMedical Insurance Coverage – for you and your family\nMental Health Resources\nBest-in-Class Paid Time Off (PTO)  \nGo Hilton travel discount program \nSupportive parental leave\nMatching 401(k)\nEmployee stock purchase program (ESPP) - purchase Hilton shares at 15% discount\nDebt-free education: Access to a wide variety of educational credentials (ex. college degrees, high school completion, English-language learning, digital literacy, professional certificates and more)\nCareer growth and development \nTeam Member Resource Groups\nRecognition and rewards programs\n\n

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