| Location | Big Sky, MT |
Manager, Host
(21272)
At One&Only, we exist to create joy for our guests through anticipation, creativity, precision, empathy and warmth. We tailor every aspect of our guests' stay to bring their dreams and desires to life. With an atmosphere that's chic but wonderfully unstuffy, and a team who are meticulous but warm, we seek to exceed our guests' expectations at every possible turn.
Amidst fragrant pines and glistening peaks, One&Only Moonlight Basin is a glamorous return to simplicity. Fill days cascading down cool waters, unearthing the magic of Yellowstone National park, skiing on world renowned slopes and retreating to floating evergreen spaces. With abundant knowledge and generosity, we anticipate our guest's every need and surpass expectations. Whether we are designing the perfect family day out or arranging a romantic private dinner, we approach everything with imagination to spark a sense of playfulness, discovery and adventure. This is not simply our job, it's our passion.
Job Summary
The Manager, Host is responsible for leading the guest experience throughout the pre-arrival, in-house, and post-stay journey, ensuring every guest receives personalized, exceptional, and efficient service throughout their time at the Resort. This role oversees the daily operation of the Host team, ensuring consistently high standards of hospitality. This individual will have extensive knowledge of the Resorts accommodations, amenities, activations, activities, local attractions, and surrounding areas to confidently assist guests, make recommendations, and convert opportunities into reservations and experiences.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Guest Experience:
Lead the delivery of an exceptional guest experience from pre-arrival through post-stay, consistently anticipating needs and exceeding expectations
Maintain a visible presence throughout the Resort, particularly during peak arrival, departure, and activity periods
Build strong relationships with guests, providing thoughtful touches, including welcome and thank-you notes, follow-up communications, and special requests assistance
Maintain comprehensive knowledge of all Resort facilities, accommodations, amenities, restaurants, activities, activations, and local attractions
Promote Resort experiences to convert guest interest into bookings
Ensure guest preferences are accurately communicated to the appropriate departments to create a seamless experience for guests
Respond promptly and professionally to guest inquiries, requests, and concerns, taking ownership through resolution
Take ownership of guest recovery situations, complaints, and service challenges, resolving issues with sound judgement
Empower the Host team to create memorable guest experiences, while consistently reflecting the Resort's service philosophy of "We Create Joy"
Host Department Leadership:
Lead the day-to-day operations of the Host department, ensuring proper staffing, consistent communication, and operational priorities are effectively managed
Set clear performance expectations, providing ongoing coaching, to support to development of the Hosts
Develop comprehensive training and ongoing coaching focused on luxury hospitality, guest engagement, Resort knowledge, and departmental procedures
Lead by example with a positive, polished, and professional presence, while creating a culture of teamwork, accountability, and above and beyond hospitality
Recruit, interview, and select Host candidates who demonstrate the standards of the Resort
Other:
Skills, Experience, & Educational Requirements
Minimum of 3 years of progressive experience in Front Office, Guest Services, Concierge, or a related field, with at least 1 year of management experience
Previous experience in a luxury hotel/resort setting is strongly preferred
Proficient in computer systems (Microsoft Office), PMS systems, and reservations systems (ALICE)
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with a polished, professional presence
Strong organizational skills with a high level of attention to detail
Willing to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
Benefits
Physical Requirements
The ideal candidate must be able to perform all physical requirements of the job in a safe manner, with or without reasonable accommodation. Physical requirements include, but are not limited to:
Our brand is expanding faster than ever before. We are investing in the growth of our company, and that means we are committed to investing in you. Join a team that is open-hearted, intuitive, generous, and spontaneous in spirit. We believe in making our guests happy beyond anything they have ever imagined. We wow them at every turn and create memories that will last a lifetime. You will be at the heart of this vision, to constantly innovate to deliver Amazing Experiences and Everlasting Memories.