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Motel Manager and Caretaker - Hitching Post Motel
Key Deliverables and Expectations:
Operations Management:
• Manage reservation bookings for rooms & cabins available including responsive communication to guests.
• Manage daily motel operations, including front desk, housekeeping, and maintenance.
• Ensure all computer systems, equipment, and machinery are functioning correctly.
• Coordinate repairs and schedule routine maintenance to keep facilities well-maintained.
• Cleaning the rooms & building and or supervising a team of Housekeepers.
• Perform landscape duties including lawn maintenance & snow removal and or managing others in these roles.
• Inspect the buildings, including heating, cooling, lighting and alarm systems to make sure they are in good working order
• Performing basic repairs and maintenance tasks as required
• Monitoring cleaning materials, tools, and furniture and reordering as required
Guest Services:
• Oversee guest check-ins and check-outs in a courteous and friendly manner to ensure efficient processes.
• Provide and accommodate guests’ needs during their stay in an attentive, courteous and friendly manner.
• Address guest complaints and concerns promptly and professionally.
Staff Supervision and Development:
• Assign and review the work of accommodation services staff.
• Hire, train, and schedule employees to ensure adequate coverage and operational efficiency.
• Schedules and conducts one-on-one meetings, team meetings & safety meetings with employees.
• Complete annual and bi-annual performance reviews.
• Keep track of staff timesheets and payroll to submit to accounting.
• Ensure guests’ safety and security during their stay.
Facility Inspection and Compliance:
• Regularly inspect motel facilities to ensure they meet health, safety, and cleanliness standards.
• Enforce compliance with local regulations and company policies.
Financial and Administrative Duties:
• Ensure proper cash flow and money handling procedures.
• Collect and deliver deposits to the bank as needed.
• Monitors operations budget including income and expenditures, authorizes expenditures within approved spending limit, and administers budgets following policies and procedures.
• Maintain accurate records of guest stays, staff hours, and maintenance activities.
• Upload credit card transaction data to a central processor.
• Monitor inventory levels and ensure necessary supplies are ordered and stocked.
Health and Safety Oversight:
• Implement and monitor safety protocols to protect guests and staff.
• Conduct periodic safety inspections & drills to ensure readiness for emergencies.
• Perform other related duties as requested
Experience and Attributes:
• 2 years or more of experience in hotel management an asset
• Excellent customer service abilities, including phone etiquette.
• Knowledge of human resources practices for effective staff management.
• Experience working with (PMS) Property Management Booking Systems an asset.
• Knowledge of financial reporting, effective communications skills, and strong organizational skills.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills in the English language.
• Ability to work independently and as an integral member of various teams.
• Strong organizational skills, meticulous attention to detail, and time management skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines prioritizes assignments, manage multiple tasks simultaneously and maintain confidentiality.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel
• Motivated self-starter with strong interpersonal skills.
• Highly professional in all aspects of business, presentation, and interaction with all stakeholders, clients, and Members.
• BC Driver’s License required and clean driver’s abstract
• Clear Criminal Record Check.
• Valid First Aid certification as an asset