Front Desk Experience Manager
Job Description
Responsible to:
General Manager
The Role:
The Front Desk Manager is the first point of contact for members and guests, ensuring a seamless, welcoming, and professional arrival experience. This role oversees member check-ins, reservations, and all points of club reception contact while maintaining the highest standards of hospitality. As the Front Desk Manager your role is to be personable, and proactive, with a deep understanding of luxury hospitality and private club environments. Additionally, this role is responsible for training and enforcing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure the front desk team delivers a consistently professional guest experience.
Responsibilities:
Member & Guest Experience:
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Greet and check in members and their guests with warmth and professionalism.
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Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of members, VIPs, and high-profile guests to provide personalized service.
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Ensure a smooth and organized entry experience, managing guest lists and arrivals efficiently.
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Communicate club policies, event details, and reservation confirmations to members.
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Oversee all points of club reception contact with members, ensuring seamless interactions across all touchpoints.
Team Training & SOP Management:
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Develop, implement, and train all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for club reception and member experience relations.
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Ensure the club reception team maintains the highest level of professionalism and hospitality in every guest interaction.
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Conduct regular training sessions to uphold service excellence and operational efficiency.
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Provide ongoing coaching and support to club reception.
Reservations, Communication & Coordination:
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Oversee reservation management, coordinating closely with the restaurant and events teams.
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Maintain a keen awareness of restaurant levels, adjusting seating flow accordingly.
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Work closely with the membership team to ensure seamless member approvals and club access.
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Communicate member feedback to the operations and membership teams, ensuring a proactive approach to service improvements.
Operations & Administration:
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Manage phone and email inquiries, responding promptly and professionally.
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Ensure all front desk systems and software are up to date.
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Handle member issues or concerns with discretion and problem-solving with operations and membership team
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Act as the liaison between the front desk, membership and operations team.
Qualifications & Experience:
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3+ years of experience in a hospitality or private club environment, with front desk or guest services experience preferred.
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Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with high-profile members and guests professionally.
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Experience with reservation management systems (e.g., SevenRooms, Resy, OpenTable) is a plus.
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Exceptional attention to detail, multitasking ability, and a service-first mindset.
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Ability to handle high-pressure situations with composure and problem-solving skills.
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Availability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Note: This job description is not intended to be a contract for employment, and the employer reserves the right to make any necessary revisions to the job description at any time.