Reservations Supervisor

Role Details

An all-suite hotel located in the heart of downtown San Diego, Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay - Downtown is the ideal location to work in the area. Located across from the Headquarters at Seaport Village, our all-suite hotel is just blocks from the San Diego Convention Center and the historic Gaslamp Quarter. Join our team of diverse individuals working together to create memories for our guests. We offer discounts to public transportation, free lunch, discounted parking and a fun environment with a work/life balance for all of our associates.

Don't meet every single requirement of this job? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At HEI we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to still send in your information. You may be the perfect candidate for this or for other roles within our organization!

We value U.S. military experience and invite all qualified military candidates to apply.

Manage the reservation system and reservationists. Provide the hotel's revenue management team with relevant reports to make timely strategic decisions and implement the changes as needed. Manage reservations, rates and restrictions and implement yield strategies to maximize RevPAR.

• Oversee the efficient operation of the reservations department in selling of guest rooms to accommodate guest needs and maximize revenue.

• Monitor and analyze Rooms Inventory utilizing Yield Management to maximize occupancy and increase average rate. This includes monitoring of group blocks, determining cut off dates and rate restrictions.

• Process and handle group rooming lists, reservations and associate reservations requests by inputting data into the reservations system.

• Calculate and prepare rooms reports to determine sources of business using various computer systems.

• Assist in the development and revisions of forecasts for the Rooms Department, both monthly and annually.

• Communicate both verbally and in writing to provide clear direction to staff.

• Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis.

• Perform any other job related duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

• Hotel experience preferred.

• Ability to effectively deal with guest and associate concerns in a friendly and positive manner. This involves listening to the nature of the concern, demonstrating empathy with the customer and providing positive and proactive solutions.

• Ability to access, read and accurately input information using a moderately complex computer system to include software such as Microsoft Office Suite.

• Ability to make accurate mathematical calculations using 10-key.

• Analytical ability sufficient to assess reservation trends and make related decisions.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills. Ability to adapt communication style to suit different audiences, such as effectively communicating with supervisors, coworkers, public etc.

HEI Hotels and Resorts is committed to providing a comprehensive benefit program that offers you choices for your physical, mental and financial wellness, creating value in your most important investment - you!

For your physical and mental wellness we offer competitive Medical and Dental programs through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as Vision insurance programs ​through EyeMed. ​Our Vacation, Sick and Holiday programs are available for you to rejuvenate with time off. For your financial wellness, HEI provides a wide array of coverage, including Supplemental, Spousal and Child Life insurance as well as Short and Long-Term Disability plans. Our 401(k) Savings Plan with matching funds, and discounts through our 'YouDecide' and Hotel Room Discount programs provide additional incentives for choosing HEI as the employer of your future. Specific details and eligibility of these programs vary by location and employment status.

Work today, get paid today! We proudly partner with DailyPay, a voluntary benefit that allows our associates access to their earnings when they want them.

HEI Hotels and Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Requisition ID: 2023-35092

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Street: 601 Pacific Highway

Location Description: An all-suite hotel located in the heart of downtown San Diego, Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay - Downtown is the ideal location to work in the area. Located across from the Headquarters at Seaport Village, our all-suite hotel is just blocks from the San Diego Convention Center and the historic Gaslamp Quarter. Join our team of diverse individuals working together to create memories for our guests. We offer discounts to public transportation, free lunch, discounted parking and a fun environment with a work/life balance for all of our associates.

Don't meet every single requirement of this job? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At HEI we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to still send in your information. You may be the perfect candidate for this or for other roles within our organization!

We value U.S. military experience and invite all qualified military candidates to apply.

HEI Hotels provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.