Front Desk Supervisor- Asbury Ocean Club

Why us?

As part of Sage Hospitality Group , we passionately strive to be the best and create excellence in everything we do. We believe in enriching lives one experience at a time. More than a slogan, we empower our employees to make positive impacts on the communities in which we live and work. By providing genuine service we build relationships with our guests and value for our shareholders, and we create unforgettable experiences.

We are looking for independent thinkers. Those who harness their entrepreneurial spirit so that it breaks preconceived notions. We’re not afraid to forge our own path. After all, it’s what industry leaders do. That’s why we welcome risk takers and creative spirits alike. No matter your daily role, Sage recognizes that your success is about more than the work you do—it’s really about who you are, which is why we invest in your personal and professional growth. We hope you consider joining us!

The Asbury Ocean Club is effortless living at its best – a collection of residential homes, a Beach Club, a boutique hotel, and an unprecedented suite of amenities. A unique blend of intimacy and grandeur serves as the hallmark of your stay in any one of our 54 guest rooms. With magical views, soaring ceilings, and private balconies, the sunlight is amplified, and the outdoors is invited in. Gracefully understated design and handpicked furnishings create the sense of beach house straight out of a dream.

The Asbury mashes up Asbury Park's Victorian-era history, rock-n-roll present, and shiny future into a new kind of social hub. Come experience our vibrant bars and hangouts like our renowned rooftop lounge Salvation, the outdoor movie theater Baronet and our lively lobby bar Soundbooth. There’s something for everyone at The Asbury, whether it’s hanging by the pool, enjoying live music in the lobby, soaking up a well being class on Baronet or simply relaxing in your room, this is the new Asbury Park.

Why Us? At Sage Hospitality Group, we look for innovative leaders, with an eye for disruption. Never looking for someone just looking for a job, we are looking for the power players, the people who want to rise to the top. Sage allows for opportunities for growth and personal fulfillment, paying attention to the parts that keep us human and happy. We want to attract and retain associates that are engaged in our culture, passionate about hospitality and excited to enrich lives, one experience at a time. Sage Hospitality Group was founded on a spirt of bold individuality. By going our own way, we have created some of the world’s best hotels, restaurants, and experiences. But the truth is, none of it would have happened without people like you. People who follow their own path, wo are hungry to learn and who love their community. People who do not sit around and wait, they just do. You belong here.

Job Overview

The Front Desk Supervisor at Asbury Ocean Club Hotel leads the front desk team during each shift, ensuring that every guest interaction at this Michelin Key coastal property reflects the warmth and personalized care the hotel is known for. This role supports agents, manages daily operations, resolves guest concerns with grace, and helps maintain the service standards that have earned Asbury Ocean Club its celebrated reputation on the Jersey Shore. Their steady, attentive leadership ensures that the front desk experience is consistently warm and welcoming.

They are an ambassador of happiness and hospitality, inspiring both guests and fellow associates through their commitment to excellence.

Responsibilities

- Supervise the operations of the front desk to ensure an optimal level of service and hospitality is provided to the guests.

- Train, direct the work of, resolve issues/problems and coach and counsel the front desk team members to ensure a quality operation.

- Resolve customer issues, complaints, problems in a quick, efficient manner to maintain a high level of customer satisfaction and quality service.

- Completes established check-in procedures for arriving guests and facilitates guest departure in order to close the guest account and make the room available for the next guest.

- Regularly calculates and/or posts monies, receipts, guest accounts and other forms of credit using accurate, proper cash handling methods and established procedures in order to present the customer with timely and precise hotel charges upon check-out and maintain accurate hotel records.

- Courteously and accurately answers inquiries from potential guests and accepts hotel reservations. Uses suggestive selling techniques to sell room nights, increase occupancy and revenue.

- Maintains good customer relations by keeping abreast of all in-house and area functions in order to answer questions and concerns with timely and knowledgeable responses in person and on telephone.

- Operates the PBX equipment, including, assisting outgoing calls, scheduling and setting wake-up calls and paging guests.

- Controls cash transactions at the front desk and maintains complete responsibility for personal bank as specified by hotel bank agreement policy.

- Maintains a friendly, cheerful and courteous demeanor at all times.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

- All other duties as assigned, requested or deemed necessary by management.

SUPERVISORY DUTIES

- 5 + Associates

BEHAVIORAL FOCUS

At Sage Hospitality, how we work matters just as much as what we do. We are guided by a shared purpose to enrich lives, one experience at a time, and a vision to redefine how the world experiences hospitality.

At Asbury Ocean Club Hotel, we embrace:

- MICHELIN-Recognized Coastal Luxury - 2025 MICHELIN Key honoree and one of the Jersey Shore's most acclaimed stays

- Understated, Residential Elegance - 54 handpicked rooms with loft-like ceilings, private terraces, and a beach-house-from-a-dream aesthetic

- The Drawing Room as Living Heart - Glass-enclosed pool-side gathering space that serves as bar, music room, and social anchor

- Effortless Ocean-Front Escape - 70 minutes from Manhattan with an intimacy that feels entirely removed from the city

- Art, Music & Asbury Park Identity - Embedded in a city known for rock history, creative renaissance, and boardwalk culture

All associates play an essential role in creating welcoming, inclusive environments where kindness, hospitality, and excellence are felt by guests and teams alike. These brandings reflect the unique spirit of Asbury Ocean Club Hotel and align with Sage Hospitality's commitment to genuine, meaningful connection.

Qualifications

Education/Formal Training

- High school education or equivalent experience.

Qualifications

- 1 or more full years employment experience in a related position with this company or other organization(s).

Knowledge/Skills

- Requires understanding of all hotel front office procedures.

- Requires high school graduate level mathematical aptitude and knowledge of standard cash handling procedures and computerized cash register systems.

- Must have past experience in dealing directly with the public and acquired general knowledge of basic customer service skills.

- Requires knowledge of company/hotel policies and procedures and the ability to determine course of action based on these guidelines.

- Requires supervision/management skills.

- Ability to communicate information and hotel services to management and guests. Second language may be required.

- Must be able to operate computer, calculator and telephone keyboards, for cash handling and paperwork processing.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

- Ability to communicate in person and on telephone frequently.

- Ability to read written communiqués, analyzing reports and seeing monochrome computer screen.

- Excellent speech communication skills required for continual interaction with guests. Frequent use of phone.

- Excellent literacy necessary to analyze report data, prepare reports and initiate correspondence.

- Continuous standing 90% of time -communicating with guests.

- No climbing required. No driving required.

- Lifting up to 50 lbs. guest luggage; limited. Pushing up to 50 lbs. bell cart; limited. Pulling up to 50 lbs. bell cart; limited. Carrying up to 25 lbs. guest luggage; limited.

- Continuous standing -80% of shift.

Environment

- Prolonged standing at indoor, thermostatically climate-controlled work station under florescent lighting. Work inside 95%

This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position. May perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

- Medical, dental, & vision insurance

- Health savings and flexible spending accounts

- Basic Life and AD&D insurance

- Company-paid short-term disability

- Paid time off for vacation, sick time, and holidays

- Eligible to participate in the Company’s 401(k) program with employer matching

- Employee assistance program

- Tuition Reimbursement

- Great discounts on Hotels, Restaurants, and much more.

- Eligible to participate in the Employee Referral Bonus Program. Up to $1,000 per referral.

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USD $20.00 - USD $21.00 /Hr.