Hotel Manager Assistant jobs in Ankeny, IA

Hotel Manager Assistant is responsible for supporting the Hotel Manager with daily hotel operations and services. Responsible for ensuring guest satisfaction, responds to complaints, and ensures hotel profitability. Being a Hotel Manager Assistant tends to all facets of hotel operations in the absence of the Hotel Manager. May require a bachelor's degree. Additionally, Hotel Manager Assistant typically reports to a manager. The Hotel Manager Assistant manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Hotel Manager Assistant typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Assistant General Manager
  • Surety Hotel
  • Des Moines, IA FULL_TIME
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    Assistant General Manager
    Reports to the General Manager, position is exempt
     
    THE ROLE
    The Assistant General Manager reports to the General Manager.  It is critical the person in this position possesses a diverse knowledge of hotel operations, financial acumen and sales and marketing. This individual is willing to dive into the day-to-day operation, while balancing and directing the long-term goals of the hotel. All leaders of Aparium are required to work hand in hand with their teams. We are a young company that is in hyper-growth, so having the ability to be a soldier is as critical as being a general.  As the Assistant General Manager, you will support and lead the Rooms Division, Food & Beverage, and Engineering. You will develop and lead the team to ensure innovative guest experiences, delivery of outstanding guest service, and training and developing a dynamic team.  As the company continues to grow, succession planning is a strategic focus.  Your presence should be primarily in the hotel operation, touring the hotel throughout the day, inspecting guest rooms and monitoring guest feedback in real time to ensure an exceptional guest experience. 
     
    You will also actively develop trusting and transparent relations with your peers on the Executive Committee and associates of the hotel. As a leader within Aparium Hotel Group you will work with a phenomenal group of peers who insist that you are collaborative, humble, experienced and open-minded – no egos are allowed.
     
    WHAT YOU WILL DO
    • Uphold and model the company’s principles of People, Place and Character; and ensure your team also models the way our values drive collaboration, intuition and translocal hospitality
    • Active participant in the interviewing, hiring, training, scheduling, coaching, and motivating hotel associates to create an environment that nurtures ideas and develops future talent for succession planning in the Hotel Operation.
    • Demonstrate passion and aptitude for all aspects of a guest’s experience, handling all guest interactions with the highest level of hospitality and professionalism, accommodating special requests whenever possible; serve as the shepherd of all on-property experiences and able to uncover the details that will add a special touch for guests and associates that turn into a fond memory.
    • Lead daily briefings, weekly operations leadership meetings, and monthly departmental staff meetings to further develop ideas and objectives with the operations team, while simultaneously providing constructive feedback and strategizes to overcome and correct any previously missed opportunities and provide service recovery.
    • Assigns associates to complete the needed activities for the day and inspects their accomplishments; and monitors associate activities to ensure standards are achieved, and associates feel supported and valued to meet and exceed guests’ needs
    • Observe conditions of all physical facilities and equipment in the hotel operation and work in collaboration with other operating divisions and any third-party vendors to establish detailed cleaning and preventative maintenance programs to ensure appearance and life of all furniture, fixtures and equipment throughout the hotel.
    • Lead all matters related to the safety, security, satisfaction and well-being of hotel guests and associates; respond swiftly and effectively in any hotel emergency of safety situations; and verifies all associates are trained and following proper emergency procedures and responses
    • Fluent in operational metrics, KPI’s and P&L’s and demonstrates critical thinking skills by connecting those with operational observations; provides coaching and corrective action that targets root causes of issues and the highest priorities in the operation of the Rooms Division
    • Participate in all Executive Committee meetings to provide thoughtful and insightful suggestions and feedback to give a voice to the overall operation at the highest leadership level to demonstrate commitment to the success and innovation of the hotel
    • Works directly with outside contracted companies to assure quality and timeliness of work while prioritizing the guest experience and developing long term partnerships
    • Champion Aparium divisional and hotel wide initiatives and best practices (e.g., Lobby Ambassador, Property Walks, and Manager on Duty programs) by ensuring you take the time to communicate and/or train on the purpose of each initiative.
    • Communicate regularly with the General Manager to provide updates and align priorities, discuss plans, and request for any additional resources to support the operation and any additional tasks and responsibilities as requested by the General Manager in support of a successful operation.  
    WHAT YOU WILL NEED
    • Passion for the People, Place and Culture of our community, love of Guest Service and Food & Beverage also required. Servant leadership and passion for hospitality.
    • Minimum of five (5) years’ experience with operations background in full-service hotel in a director role or senior leadership role.   
    • Adaptable interpersonal skills to communicate and address all associate levels of the hotel
    • Professional proficiency of the English language in reading, writing and verbal communication
    • Strong skills in Microsoft Excel, Power Point and Word to create spreadsheets or proposals. Strong computer aptitude in PMS and POS systems. Infor (PMS) and Silverware (POS) preferred.
    • Due to the cyclical nature of the hotel industry, associates are required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the hotel. Minimum 50 hours per week.
    WHO WE ARE
    Hotels done differently. It’s not just a slogan or catchphrase, it is who we are in everything we do. We believe in the power of People, Place and Character; ensuring our properties are a place where individuals are valued and celebrated as a tribute to the neighborhoods and the people of the communities in which we operate; elevating our associates’ pride in who they are, where they live and who we serve.
     
    Located in the Historic Hippee building, Surety celebrates the history of Des Moines while building the future of the City of Certainties. In banking, a surety bond is a guarantee- a promise that someone has your back so that you can make good on a loan. At Surety Hotel Des Moines, we make a promise as well; unmatched service, incredible design, a superior level of hospitality and a one-of-a-kind Iowa experience for all.
     
    As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Aparium Hospitality Services celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment, and sense of belonging for all employees.  We do not discriminate and believe every individual should be proud of who they are, where they come from and take pride in who we serve. Aparium is an E-Verify employer.

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Food + Beverage Manager
  • Surety Hotel
  • Des Moines, IA FULL_TIME
  • FOOD BEVERAGE MANAGER Reports to the Director of Food Beverage: position is exempt Earn great pay and benefits while honing your craft alongside the best hospitality professionals in the state. Work i...
  • 15 Days Ago

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Food + Beverage Manager
  • Surety Hotel
  • Des Moines, IA FULL_TIME
  • FOOD BEVERAGE MANAGER Reports to the Director of Food Beverage: position is exempt Earn great pay and benefits while honing your craft alongside the best hospitality professionals in the state. Work i...
  • 15 Days Ago

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Mulberry Street Tavern General Manager
  • Surety Hotel
  • Des Moines, IA FULL_TIME
  • Restaurant General Manager – Mulberry Street Tavern at Surety Hotel Des Moines Reports to: Hotel General Manager WHO WE ARE Surety Hotel is managed by Aparium Hotel Group which was founded in 2011. Si...
  • 11 Days Ago

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Senior Sales Manager- Staybridge Suites Des Moines, IA
  • Hotel Equities
  • Des Moines, IA FULL_TIME
  • Hotel Equities, a multi-award-winning hotel development, and hospitality management company, is currently searching for a remarkable Senior Sales Manager for 111-room Staybridge Suites in Des Moines, ...
  • 2 Months Ago

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Hotel Sales Manager
  • Radisson Ames Conference Center
  • Ames, IA FULL_TIME
  • Hospitality Management Corporation is a Dallas based privately held provider of management solutions and hospitality industry services, each customized to fit our clients’ unique needs. HMC’s core val...
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Houseman
  • Kinseth Hospitality Companies
  • Ankeny, IA
  • What we offer: + Competitive starting wages + Health, Dental, Vision and other benefits available after 60 days + DailyP...
  • 5/4/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Line Cook - Des Moines, IA
  • Spare Time Entertainment Inc
  • Des Moines, IA
  • ** Line Cook - Des Moines, IA** **Job Category****:** Food and Beverage **Requisition Number****:** LINEC001645 Showing ...
  • 5/4/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Houseperson - Housekeeping - Hilton
  • Hilton
  • Des Moines, IA
  • Position: Houseperson - Housekeeping (FT) - Hilton A Houseperson is responsible for cleaning and maintaining designated...
  • 5/3/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Guest Service Manager
  • Pizza Ranch - Altoona
  • Altoona, IA
  • Introduction: We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Guest Services Manager to join our team and oversee the front des...
  • 5/2/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Banquet Server
  • Schulte Companies
  • Des Moines, IA
  • Job Description Schulte Hospitality Group is seeking a dynamic, service-oriented Banquet Server to join our team! SHG is...
  • 5/2/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Housekeeping Supervisor
  • Des Moines Sheraton
  • West Des Moines, IA
  • Hotel: Des Moines Sheraton Housekeeping Supervisor Full time Atrium SPIRIT – where teamwork, passion and appreciation ig...
  • 5/1/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Sous Chef
  • Prime Hospitality Group LLC
  • Des Moines, IA
  • Prime Hospitality Group is a curated collection of brands — spanning upscale restaurants, bars, and hotels. PHG is a fam...
  • 5/1/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Restaurant Busser - Part Time PM Shift - Hilton Des Moines
  • Hilton
  • Des Moines, IA
  • Part Time - PM Shift. $13.00/hr. 401(k) and PTO available at 90 days. Daily Pay available. Team Members enjoy hotel disc...
  • 5/1/2024 12:00:00 AM

Ankeny is a city in Polk County, Iowa, United States and home to Des Moines Area Community College. Ankeny is a rapidly growing suburb just north of Des Moines, Iowa's capital city. Ankeny covers approximately 33 square miles and has a population estimated at 54,598 after a special census conducted in 2015. This census also estimated the city's growth at 5 persons per day. The U.S. Census Bureau recently named Ankeny the fastest growing city in the Midwest and the 4th fastest growing city in the United States. Ankeny is the 9th largest city in Iowa and the 3rd largest in Polk County. The po...
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Income Estimation for Hotel Manager Assistant jobs
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Ankeny, Iowa area prices
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