Rooms Division Manager

A blend of charm and sophistication, The Wauwinet is a seaside refuge with breathtaking views, historic architecture and luxury amenities for the perfect vacation. Nantucket's only member of Relais & Châteaux, our historic inn is known worldwide for its outstanding service, cuisine and accommodations. The Wauwinet is home to one of the nation's most acclaimed restaurants, TOPPER'S, a favorite foodie destination set alongside the waters of Nantucket Bay.

TOPPER'S, Nantucket's only AAA Five-Diamond Rated restaurant, offers a la carte and prix fixe menus showcasing seasonally inspired cuisine with an emphasis on local produce and seafood. White Elephant Resorts, a collection of premier hotels located on the beautiful island of Nantucket, MA is currently looking for a motivated, hands-on individual to oversee the daily operations of the Rooms Division for our Relais & Chateaux property, The Wauwinet Inn.

The Rooms Division Manager is responsible for ensuring the seamless operation of the Front Office, Bell Services and Drivers, Concierge, Housekeeping, Beach staff and Retail in an attentive, efficient and courteous manner, providing all guests with exceptional service while maximizing room revenue and occupancy. This person’s primary operating area is the Front Office, with oversight of front and back of house supervisory positions.

In addition to front and back of house responsibilities, the Rooms Division Manager will collaborate with the Managing Director with responsibility for rooms division budgeting, purchasing, quality control, training and standards, maintaining and/or implementing new procedures. As a key leader for The Wauwinet, they will be prepared to act on behalf of the MD in his absence.

White Elephant Resorts is a premier employer with a spectacular compensation package, including a competitive salary and bonus plan; Health, vision and dental; Paid vacation; 401(K) plan; Life insurance; Long term care; Health club reimbursement; Dining/Retail/Hotel discounts and much more. Must have a minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar role, preferably within a resort style hotel.

Other important aspects of this position include the ability to: Champion our employees’ success and professional development with strong interpersonal skills, fostering a collaborative, fun and rewarding work environment Be a key player with inter-department collaboration, with emphasis on communication, logistics and the overall guest experience Maintain positive guest relations at all times, motivating anticipatory service within the team Schedule and facilitate regular departmental training, both internally and externally Be aware of all Hotel services/features and be inspirational with new opportunities Support the Nantucket portfolio in an ‘as needed’ capacity Applicants should also work well under pressure, possess excellent communication skills, be organized, flexible and self-motivated.

Experience with computers and Microsoft Office essential. Rated by The Boston Globe as one of the Top Places to Work in Massachusetts, we are proud to offer a supportive and rewarding environment across all of our elite properties, including White Elephant Nantucket, The Wauwinet, Jared Coffin House, The Cottages at the Nantucket Boat Basin, Nantucket Boat Basin, White Elephant Palm Beach and White Elephant Aspen.

Be part of a team that delivers award-winning service in one of the most breathtaking destinations in the world. We offer a collaborative work culture, career development opportunities, and the chance to make a lasting impact on every guest’s stay.