Crescent Hotels & Resorts

Assistant Front Office Manager/Reservation Manager - Doubletree by Hilton Berkeley Marina

Crescent Hotels & Resorts  •  Berkeley, CA (Onsite)  •  12 hours ago
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Job Description

  • Front Office Operations
    Assist in managing the daily operations of the Front Office, including Front Desk, Guest Services, Bell
    Services, and Night Audit.
    Ensure exceptional guest service and timely resolution of guest concerns.
    Maintain compliance with Hilton brand standards, company policies, and operating procedures.
    Monitor daily arrivals, departures, VIPs, group blocks, and special requests.
    Conduct pre-shift meetings and communicate operational updates.
    Ensure proper room assignments and inventory management.
    Monitor room availability, oversell situations, and room moves.
    Assist with scheduling, payroll review, and labor management.
    Support the Front Office Manager in achieving departmental goals and service scores.
    Act as Manager on Duty when assigned.
    Maintain accurate cash handling and audit procedures.
    Ensure compliance with safety, security, and emergency procedures
  • Reservations Management
    Oversee all individual and group reservation activities.
    Ensure reservation accuracy, rate integrity, and inventory control.
    Monitor room availability and maximize occupancy and revenue opportunities.
    Review daily pickup reports, pace reports, cancellations, no-shows, and forecasting.
    Coordinate closely with Sales, Revenue Management, Housekeeping, and Front Office regarding
    room inventory and group arrivals.
    Manage third-party reservation channels and ensure reservation accuracy.
    Resolve reservation discrepancies and guest booking concerns promptly.
    Monitor online travel agency reservations and ensure proper billing and routing.
    Assist with inventory balancing during high-demand periods.
  • Leadership and Team Development
    Supervise, coach, and mentor Front Office and Reservations team members.
    Conduct training for new hires and ongoing development.
    Complete performance evaluations and provide regular coaching.
    Assist with recruitment, interviewing, onboarding, and employee engagement.
    Foster a positive, inclusive, and collaborative work environment.
    Ensure compliance with attendance, grooming, and performance standards

  • Qualifications
    High school diploma or GED required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management
    preferred.
    Minimum of three years of Front Office or Reservations supervisory experience in a full-service hotel.
    Previous Hilton experience preferred.
    Experience with OnQ, PEP, Opera, or similar Property Management Systems.
    Strong understanding of revenue management principles and hotel operations.
    Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
    Strong problem-solving and conflict resolution abilities.
    Ability to multitask and perform effectively in a fast-paced environment.
    Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word).
    Flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call responsibilities.
  • Physical Requirements
    Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
    Occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
    Ability to use computers and office equipment for extended periods.
    Ability to respond quickly to operational emergencies
Crescent Hotels & Resorts

About Crescent Hotels & Resorts

At Crescent Hotels & Resorts, we believe success is the product of direct contact and experience. This guiding principle drives every aspect of hotel operations throughout Crescent. Recognized as one of the industry's top third-party hotel management companies, Crescent is committed to delivering excellence in hotel operations, profitability, and guest service through a hands-on approach and practical experience.

Crescent’s foundational service offering is third-party hotel management of upper upscale full-service and luxury hotels and resorts in the US and Canada. The portfolio includes luxury lifestyle assets as well as hotels and resorts within the premier brands by Marriott, Hilton, and Hyatt. At Crescent, we are more than just a collection of hotels, we are a progressive company determined to be the employer of choice in the hospitality industry. Strong core values related to customer service and associate satisfaction account for the continued success of our company. Crescent seeks and recruits energetic, innovative individuals who have a desire to work in a results-driven environment. Our success is the direct result of everyone working together toward a common goal: To deliver exceptional service to our valued guests and provide a high quality work environment for our associates.

At Crescent Hotels & Resorts, we expect our leaders to embrace an entrepreneurial spirit, strive to execute flawlessly and recognize our most important asset is our PEOPLE. We know our associates look to their leaders to embody the corporate culture. Our leaders’ passion and dedication will inspire you who, in turn, will share that enthusiasm with our guests.

Industry
Travel & Hospitality
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Fairfax, Virginia
Year Founded
2001
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