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Assistant Front Office Manager Washington DC

Assistant Front Office Manager

Full Time • Washington DC
NEW!  Offering a $300 HIRING BONUS for any Ward 1 residents!
If you live in Ward 1 and get hired, we are offering a $300 hiring bonus to be paid in 30 days of employment.

About our Company
The LINE is a collection of hotels rooted in culture and built for discovery a launchpad for city life in LA, Austin, and DC. Each property is a creative expression of its surroundings, designed for travelers who seek more than a place to sleep. We champion bold design, local flavor, and experiences that blur the line between hotel and neighborhood.

From our iconic Koreatown perch in LA to a reimagined church in the heart of DC, and a lakeside sanctuary in downtown Austin, the LINE is more than a stay it’s a cultural connector. Our spaces are home to award-winning restaurants, neighborhood events, rooftop gatherings, and stories that start with check-in and unfold with every curious step out the door.

At the LINE, we celebrate individuality, creativity, and the spirit of the cities we call home. Join us and help shape the guest experience for those who see travel as an invitation to explore something new.

Job Overview 
Assistant Front Office Managers understand that the Front Office is a critical touch point in the hotel and leadership skills and a natural ability to foster relationships is a must. AFOMs are responsible for juggling competing priorities, including assisting the Front Office Manager with scheduling, reporting, inventory and budgeting. They manage all aspects of the Front Office areas which may include, but not limited to guest registration, bell services, reservation assistance, telephone services and guest experience responsibilities to ensure guest satisfaction and maximize hotel profitability.  Fluid communication with other departments and superior service recovery are required to ensure both smooth operations and positive experiences for our guests.   

The person having this position must possess good communication skills, have the ability to resolve conflict and have a thorough understanding of LINE policies, procedures and expectations.   

Because of the fluctuating demands of the company’s operation, it may be necessary that each 
employee perform a multitude of different functions; therefore, as an essential part of your position, you will be expected to help others when the occasion arises, just as other employee is expected to help you. Accordingly, you may be expected to perform other tasks as needed or as directed. 
 
Responsibilities 
  1. Supervises daily front office functions to ensure courteous and professional guest service levels 
  2. Resolve guest complaints in a satisfactory manner 
  3. Coordinate daily group arrival/departure preparation, special requests, room assignments and guest amenity programs 
  4. Assist in scheduling front office staff appropriate to forecasted business levels, when needed 
  5. Follow up with front office staff on daily shift and individual duties 
  6. Provide verbal instruction and guidance compliant with the company’s policies and standards 
  7. Support and comply with hotel policy and company policy in matters concerning accounting, purchasing, credit and cash handling 
  8. Responsible for maintaining front office/lobby appearance while on duty 
  9. Maintain proper collateral and supply inventory to support all appropriate front office activities 
  10. Coordinate relocation of guests when necessary 
  11. Maintain proper operation of all aspects of our Property Management System 
  12. Understand all fire/safety procedures and provide necessary assistance to guests and employees in the event of an emergency 
  13. Participate in scheduled departmental and administrative meetings as requested 
  14. Play an active role in recruitment, interviews, onboarding and training 
  15. Play an active role in your department's development and engagement 
  16. Adhere to all standards of operations, policies and procedures, manuals, memos and verbal instructions 
  17. Be familiar with all safety and emergency procedures including OSHA requirements 
  18. Attend relevant meetings 
  19. Greet every guest with a smile and maintain eye contact 
  20. Must be courteous and gracious, maintaining a professional demeanor at all times 
  21. Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which includes adhering to the proper dress code when working 
  22. Establish and maintain good communications and teamwork with fellow colleagues and other departments within the hotel 
Core Compentencies 
  1. High-School diploma or GED required.  
  2. College education preferred 
  3. One-year hotel experience in a leadership position preferred 
  4. Excellent reading, writing and oral proficiency in the English Language  
  5. Excellent organizational skills 
  6. Excellent attention to detail 
  7. Ability to multitask 
  8. Excellent communication skills 
  9. Able to handle a large volume of guest interactions in an efficient and courteous manner; 
  10. Proficient in Microsoft Office, Internet 
  11. Work well under pressure, requires being a team player 
Working Conditions/Environment 
  1. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate 
  2. The person having this responsibility may have to lift up to 50lbs on a daily basis 
  3. The person having this position may have to sit for one (1) hour, stand and/or walk, push, kneel, bend, balance, squat, reach and stretch for eight (8) hours per day 
  4. The work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those an Employee typically encounters while performing the essential functions of the position.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 
About our Brand

More than a group of hotels, the LINE is a creative community built around a sense of discovery — an exploration of a building, a neighborhood, and a culture. From Koreatown in LA to Adams Morgan in DC to downtown Austin, each property is architecturally interesting and chosen for its location in emerging neighborhoods in compelling cities.  The LINE hotels are both reflective and responsive— shaped by the communities they are part of while also contributing something new to those places.  The LINE properties are a collaboration of the best local and out-of-town talent in design, food and beverage, arts and culture.

Compensation: $55,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.





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Our Brand Offers:

Competitive Compensation
Employer Subsidized Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
401(k) Plan with Employer Match
Life Insurance
Short-Term and Long Term Disability
Tuition Reimbursement
Discounts at all our Hotels and F&B Outlets
New Employee Referral Fees & many more exciting top secret employee perks!