By the Sea Resorts is seeking an experienced Corporate Director of Operations for our collection of hotels and restaurants in beautiful Panama City Beach. Job Summary Supports the successful execution of all operations in the hotel operations departments (to include Front Office, Housekeeping, and Security) and managing staff for multiple properties within the By The Sea Resorts portfolio. Strives to continually improve guest and employee satisfaction and maximize the financial performance of the department. Ensures that standards and procedures are being followed. Leads specific team while assisting with meeting or exceeding property goals. CORE WORK ACTIVITIES Supporting Operations Team
- Ensures that goals are being translated to the team as they relate to guest tracking and productivity.
- Understands employee and guest satisfaction results and communicates game plans to address need areas and expand on the strengths.
- Assists in ensuring 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.
Supporting Property Operations Function(s)
- 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.
- Assists/teaches the team scheduling against guest and hours/occupied room goals.
- Performs hourly job functions as needed.
Managing And Monitoring Activities That Affect The Guest Experience
- Provides excellent customer service by being readily available/approachable for all guests.
- Takes proactive approaches when dealing with guest concerns.
- Extends professionalism and courtesy to guests at all times.
- Responds timely to customer service department request.
- Ensures all team members meet or exceed all hospitality requirements
Assisting in Managing Profitability
- Performs required property walks and QA's
- Ensures a viable key control program is in place.
- Understands financial statements, sales and activity reports, and other performance data.
Conducting Human Resources Activities
- Interviews and assists in making hiring decisions.
- Receives hiring recommendations from team supervisors.
- Ensures orientations/training for new team members are thorough and completed in a timely fashion.
ADDITIONAL DUTIES: AS ASSIGNED Reports Directly to the Chief Operating Officer