FINANCIALRETURNS: l  Participate in the preparation of the annualdepartmental operating budget and financial plans. Monitor budget and controllabour costs and expenses with a focus on rate strategy, building initiativesand inventory management. l  Oversee night audit function and preparation ofdaily financial reports. l  Develop plans to increase occupancy and ADR throughwalk-ins and upselling at the front desk. PEOPLE: l  Manage day-to-day staffing requirements, plan andassign work, and establish performance and development goals for team members.Provide mentoring, coaching and regular feedback to help manage conflict andimprove team member performance.  l  Educate and train team members in compliance withfederal, state and local laws and safety regulations. Ensure staff is properlytrained and has the tools and equipment to carry out job duties.  l  Ensure staff is properly trained on systems,security and cash handling procedures, and service and quality standards. GUESTEXPERIENCE: l  Ensure front office staff provides guests withprompt service, professional attention and personal recognition.  l  Ensure guests are greeted upon arrival and maketime to interact effectively with guests. Respond appropriately to guestcomplaints, solicit feedback and build relationships to drive continuousimprovement in guest satisfaction.  l  Conduct routine inspections of the front office andpublic areas and take immediate actions to correct any deficiencies. RESPONSIBLEBUSINESS: l  Check billing instructions and guest credit forcompliance with hotel credit policy and ensure all transactions are handled ina secure manner. ·        Train team members on PBX procedures and serve as a centralcommunications point during emergency/crisis situations; develop and maintainrelationships with local fire, police, and emergency personnel. ·        Actively participate in thepromotion of hotel products and publicity Perform other duties asassigned. May also serve as manager on duty.