FRONT OFFICE MANAGER

WHO ARE WE

Generator is on a journey. Appropriate, given that we're a leading global lifestyle accommodation brand. The journey began in London, swung through a heap of European capitals on its way to dominating the world. Generator burst onto the scene in the Americas with the launch of Generator Miami and Washington DC and most recently took aim at the country’s biggest markets (NYC, LA, Miami and Chicago) with the acquisition of Freehand Hotels. 

No biggie. Fast Company named us one of the top 50 most innovative global companies. We, of course, agree. And now this top 50 most innovative global company (did we mention that?) wants a pretty awesome Front Office Manager for Generator Paris.

Our spaces are safe and seriously social, in the proudest part of the beating heart of the cities we love. Cultural action, creative pulse and an outstanding way to waste some of the finite time the universe has given you - that's what Generator offers. Holds true for staff and visitors equally, and while chic design is always the backdrop, every Generator in every destination reflects the unique beat of that city's heart. 

BEING YOURSELF is the key to bringing the Generator story and brand to life. 

ABOUT GENERATOR PARIS

Hip galleries. Boutique shops. Pastoral cafés. Canal St. Martin in the 10th Arrondissement is everything you’d expect from the French capital, but with more than its fair share of contemporary cool.

Standing opposite Oscar Niemeyer’s iconic French Communist Headquarters, Generator Paris is just a few steps from Canal Saint-Martin and Buttes-Chaumont Park and only a 15-minute stroll from Gare du Nord train station. With a welcoming mix of cinematic design, rich colours, a sparkling reception and several unique social spaces to suit your mood, you’ll feel like you’re on the set of a Parisian art-house movie.

On the hostel’s ground floor you'll find Café Fabien with its canteen and conservatory overlooking the garden. A curved staircase leads down to the vaulted ceilings of Le Club, inspired by the Paris Metro. Head up to the 9th floor to discover Khayma Rooftop, with a canopy, bar and awe-inspiring views of Sacré-Cœur and Montmartre. Our Paris hostel represents the very best of Paris, all under one roof.

NUTS AND BOLTS OF THE JOB 

• Ensure that our social spaces embody the Generator brand and culture
• Play a part in ensuring that there is a responsible person (duty manager) onsite at all times 
• Have a comprehensive knowledge of and ensure compliance with all local legislation and regulations pertaining to your department
• Control payroll and all costs in your department
• Take ownership of the guest journey to ensure that we create a truly unique Generator experience
• Strive to continuously “raise the bar” by improving standards of performance, redefining the hostel experience by achieving outstanding customer satisfaction
• Build and lead a FOH team who get Generator and want to be themselves
• Communicate effectively and appropriately in all directions so that the team understands its goals and is motivated to achieve them
• Ensure that your team remains up to date with all local, national and international trends
• Be commercially savvy in exploring new revenue streams

 
Naturally this is not intended as an exhaustive list of duties. Other duties as may be reasonably required will form part of this job description.
 

WHAT’S IN YOUR DNA 

• Passionate for hospitality and the youth travel market
• Passionate for delivering excellent customer service
• Fluent in French, English and knowledge of a third European language is desirable
• Strong leadership skills with ability to coach, mentor, train and develop crew members
• Hands-on experience 
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment 
• Available to work when needed, including weekends, holidays, and nights 
• You must be eligible to work in the EU to be considered for this role

 

YOUR ROCK STAR EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in hospitality management 
• Minimum 3 years of hotel experience in a similar role, experience handling cash, accounting procedures, and general administrative tasks
• Minimum 3 years of customer service in a hotel setting 
• Conversant in at least one Property Management System

OUR GLOBAL EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

• Birthday holiday in addition to your yearly holiday allocation 
• Fertility Treatment Support Leave - up to three days' paid leave in any one year for an employee to undergo fertility treatment
• Employee Bounty Program providing opportunities to earn a compensation for new hire referrals with no cap on number of referrals made  
• Company contribution towards gym membership fees for all eligible employees – look good, feel good, work good
• Ideas Award - Quarterly award to double gross basic salary for 1 month to employee with most valuable suggestion/feedback 
• 2 free nights’ accommodation across any of our Generator x Freehand properties globally 
• Reduced room rates for staff as well as friends and family members (we operate in several locations across Europe & US so your next holiday is sorted)
• International career opportunities so you can travel the world while working with us (win-win!)
• Social events, celebrations calendar & various employee recognition schemes – we never ever need an excuse to let our hair down!
• Online learning tools to help you develop, learn and grow

SO YOU THINK THIS MIGHT BE YOU?

That's cool. Send us your application in English. If you’ve got questions, get in touch! 
Also, check out jobs.staygenerator.com or our social media pages. Here you may well find the answers to life, the universe and everything, including why there are no penguins at the North Pole. We look forward to hearing from you.

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