Front Office Learning & Quality Specialist (Full-Time) | InterContinental Downtown Miami

Negotiable
Experience
3-5 years
Job Type
Full Time
Location
Uruguay, Florida
Job Description

style="color:#333333;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;"> style="font-size:12.0pt;">About us:

style="background-color:white;line-height:normal;"> style="color:#333333;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;"> style="font-size:12.0pt;">As the world's largest family of luxury hotels, we all
take great pride in being genuine ambassadors of the InterContinental® brand.
Shaped by decades of international know-how and local insights, our passion
for luxury travel spans cultures and customs. Inspiring us to create warm
and sophisticated experiences for those seeking a richer perspective on
the world. 

style="background-color:white;line-height:normal;"> style="color:#333333;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;"> style="font-size:12.0pt;">At InterContinental Hotels & Resorts® we
want our guests to feel special, cosmopolitan and In the Know which means
we need you to:

    style="background-color:white;color:#333333;line-height:normal;tab-stops:list
    .5in;"> style="font-size:12.0pt;">Be charming by being approachable, having
    confidence and showing respect.
    style="background-color:white;color:#333333;line-height:normal;tab-stops:list
    .5in;"> style="font-size:12.0pt;">Stay in the moment by understanding
    and anticipating guests’ needs, being attentive and taking ownership of getting
    things done.
    style="background-color:white;color:#333333;line-height:normal;tab-stops:list
    .5in;"> style="font-size:12.0pt;">Make it memorable by being knowledgeable, sharing
    stories and showing your style to create moments that make people feel
    special.
style="background-color:white;line-height:normal;"> style="color:#333333;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;"> style="font-size:12.0pt;">A Shining Star Among Downtown Miami Hotels,
the InterContinental Miami features the city's premier accommodations,
convention, and meeting facilities. Overlooking sparkling Biscayne Bay,
we provide a secure, inviting environment in a well-established area of
the city. Priding ourselves on being ONE GREAT
TEAM 
and honored as one of the TOP
WORKPLACES
 of South Florida by the Sun Sentinel for the nineth
year.

style="background-color:white;line-height:normal;"> style="color:#333333;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;"> style="font-size:12.0pt;">Your day
to day:

style="color:#333333;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;"> style="font-size:12.0pt;line-height:107%;">As the Front Office Learning
& Quality Specialist
, you will style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;">  style="color:#333333;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;"> style="font-size:12.0pt;line-height:107%;">Develop, deliver, and evaluate
training programs/applications, curricula and corresponding materials
and programs for all levels of Front Office colleagues including all Front
Office Departments.

Consult with key department contacts to identify performance gaps and training
issues, which impact individual and group performance.

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112.3pt 120.95pt 131.05pt 2.5in 3.7in 5.0in 5.7in;"> style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;"> style="font-size:12.0pt;">DUTIES
AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

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  • style="line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-top:0in;tab-stops:list
    .25in;text-align:justify;">Assist in supervising
    the front desk function; ensure staff is properly trained including service
    expectations, hotel facilities and services, local directions, property
    management and reservations systems, safety and emergency procedures,
    etc. 

  • style="line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-top:0in;tab-stops:list
    .25in;"> style="font-size:12.0pt;">Monitor performance and recommend corrective
    or disciplinary action.  Alert management of potentially serious
    issues.

  • style="line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-top:0in;tab-stops:list
    .25in;text-align:justify;">Up-sell rooms where possible
    to maximize hotel revenue.

  • style="line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-top:0in;tab-stops:list
    .25in;text-align:justify;">Accurately process all cash
    and credit card transactions in accordance with established procedures including
    but not limited to posting all charges, completing cashier or other reports,
    preparing deposit, and counting/securing assigned
    bank.

  • style="line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in;tab-stops:list .5in;"> style="text-align:justify;">Routinely check in/check-out
    guests, answer phones, take reservations and assist staff with job
    functions.  May be responsible for issuing safe-deposit boxes to guest
    and ensuring the security of keys. 

    style="line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in;tab-stops:list .5in;"> style="text-align:justify;">Promote hotel services,
    facilities and outlets; provide guests with information such as local
    attractions and directions to increase guest
    satisfaction.

    style="line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in;margin-right:-13.5pt;punctuation-wrap:simple;tab-stops:list
    .5in;text-autospace:none;vertical-align:baseline;"> style="text-align:justify;">Complete opening and closing
    shift duties, and communicate any outstanding guest requests or issues
    to management that may require additional monitoring
    or follow-up.

    style="line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in;tab-stops:list .5in;"> style="text-align:justify;">Respond appropriately
    to guest complaints.  Make appropriate service recovery gestures
    in accordance with established guidelines.

  • style="line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-top:0in;tab-stops:list
    .25in;text-align:justify;">Promote teamwork and quality
    service through daily communication and coordination with other
    departments. 

  • style="line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-top:0in;tab-stops:list
    .25in;text-align:justify;">Perform other duties
    as assigned which may include guest room tours, concierge services, special
    guest requests, etc.)

  • style="line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-top:0in;tab-stops:list
    .25in;text-align:justify;">Perform other duties
    as assigned.

  • style="line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in;text-align:justify;"> 

    style="line-height:normal;margin:0in 0in 0in .25in;"> 

    style="line-height:normal;margin:0in -.35in 0in 0in;"> style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;"> style="font-size:12.0pt;text-transform:uppercase;">Qualifications
    and Requirements:

    style="line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in;"> style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;"> style="font-size:12.0pt;">High School diploma or equivalent, plus three years
    front office/guest relations experience including supervisory
    training/experience.  Some college preferred.  Must speak fluent
    English.  Other languages preferred.

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    style="line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in;"> 

    style="line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in;"> style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;"> style="font-size:12.0pt;">This job requires ability to perform
    the following:

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  • style="line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in;margin-right:4.5pt;margin-top:0in;tab-stops:list
    1.25in;"> style="font-size:12.0pt;">Frequently standing up behind the desk and front
    office areas

  • style="line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-top:0in;tab-stops:list
    1.25in;"> style="font-size:12.0pt;">Carrying or lifting items weighing up to 50
    pounds

  • style="line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-top:0in;tab-stops:list
    1.25in;"> style="font-size:12.0pt;">Handling objects, products and computer
    equipment

  • style="line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-top:0in;tab-stops:list
    1.25in;"> style="font-size:12.0pt;">Use a keyboard to operate various property management
    and reservations systems, etc.

  • style="line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in;"> style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;"> style="font-size:12.0pt;">Other:

    style="list-style-type:disc;"> style="line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in;punctuation-wrap:simple;tab-stops:list
    .5in;text-autospace:none;vertical-align:baseline;"> style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;"> style="font-size:12.0pt;">Communication skills are utilized a significant amount
    of time when interacting with guests and employees.
  • style="line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-top:0in;punctuation-wrap:simple;tab-stops:list
    36.9pt;text-autospace:none;vertical-align:baseline;"> style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;"> style="font-size:12.0pt;">Reading and writing abilities are utilized
    often. 

  • style="line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-top:0in;punctuation-wrap:simple;tab-stops:list
    36.9pt;text-autospace:none;vertical-align:baseline;"> style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;"> style="font-size:12.0pt;">Basic math skills are used
    frequently. 

  • style="line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-top:0in;punctuation-wrap:simple;tab-stops:list
    36.9pt;text-autospace:none;vertical-align:baseline;"> style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;"> style="font-size:12.0pt;">Problem solving, reasoning, motivating and training
    abilities are often used.

  • style="line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-top:0in;punctuation-wrap:simple;tab-stops:list
    36.9pt;text-autospace:none;vertical-align:baseline;"> style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;"> style="font-size:12.0pt;">May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or
    holidays.

  •  

    style="line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in;tab-stops:2.9pt 1.0in 1.5in 132.5pt
    156.95pt 2.5in 3.7in 5.0in 5.7in;"> style="font-size:12.0pt;letter-spacing:-.15pt;">Work Area:  Front
    Office

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    156.95pt 2.5in 3.7in 5.0in 5.7in;"> 

    style="line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in;tab-stops:2.9pt 1.0in 1.5in 132.5pt
    156.95pt 2.5in 3.7in 5.0in 5.7in;"> style="font-size:12.0pt;letter-spacing:-.15pt;">The statements in
    this job description are intended to represent the key duties and level of work
    being performed.  They are not intended to be ALL responsibilities
    or qualifications of the job.   This position is classified
    as non-exempt (per the Fair Labor Standards Act) and is subject to overtime
    in accordance with Federal and State Regulations.
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    156.95pt 2.5in 3.7in 5.0in 5.7in;"> 

     

    class="Default">Work Area: Front
    Office 
     

    style="background-color:white;line-height:normal;"> style="color:#333333;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;"> style="font-size:12.0pt;">What
    we offer:

    style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;"> style="font-size:12.0pt;">The hourly pay for this role is $20.00
    dollars.

    style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;"> style="font-size:12.0pt;">We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including
    paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k), and many other benefits
    to eligible employees. Additionally, hotel discounts worldwide
    are available as well as access to a wide variety of discount programs and
    the chance to work with a great team of people. Most importantly, we'll give
    you the room to be yourself.

    style="line-height:normal;">IHG is an equal opportunity
    employer: Minorities/ Females/ Veterans/ Disabled.