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How to hire a guest service supervisor

Guest service supervisor hiring summary. Here are some key points about hiring guest service supervisors in the United States:

  • HR departments typically spend 15% of their expenses on recruitment.
  • It usually takes about 12 weeks for a new employee to reach full productivity levels.
  • It typically takes 36-42 days to fill a job opening.
  • The median cost to hire a guest service supervisor is $1,633.
  • Small businesses spend an average of $1,105 per guest service supervisor on training each year, while large companies spend $658.
  • There are currently 59,012 guest service supervisors in the US and 39,559 job openings.
  • New York, NY, has the highest demand for guest service supervisors, with 9 job openings.
  • Orlando, FL has the highest concentration of guest service supervisors.

How to hire a guest service supervisor, step by step

To hire a guest service supervisor, you should clearly understand the skills and experience you are looking for in a candidate, and allocate a budget for the position. You will also need to post and promote the job opening to reach potential candidates. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to hire a guest service supervisor:

Here's a step-by-step guest service supervisor hiring guide:

  • Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
  • Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
  • Step 3: Make a budget
  • Step 4: Write a guest service supervisor job description
  • Step 5: Post your job
  • Step 6: Interview candidates
  • Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new guest service supervisor
  • Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

What does a guest service supervisor do?

A guest service supervisor supervises and trains guest service staff to have a high standard for guest delivery and efficient communication between all service staff. They ensure all guests are assisted with any complaints or service issues, with tour and travel information provided. As a supervisor, they must ensure that all forms and documents/printing going into the suites are accurate at all times and approved by the hotel manager. They must be aware of each guest's name as soon as possible and support guest service staff with queries from guests and control issues with guests when escalated beyond their level of responsibility.

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  1. Identify your hiring needs

    The guest service supervisor hiring process starts by determining what type of worker you actually need. Certain roles might require a full-time employee, whereas part-time workers or contractors can do others.

    Determine employee vs contractor status
    Is the person you're thinking of hiring a US citizen or green card holder?

    A guest service supervisor's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, guest service supervisors from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

    This list presents guest service supervisor salaries for various positions.

    Type of Guest Service SupervisorDescriptionHourly rate
    Guest Service Supervisor$12-20
    Service LeadA service lead is a professional who manages a team of customer service staff members to support a company's customer service activities. Service leads help staff members respond directly to customers who need assistance through phone calls or emails and provide a quick resolution to the issues and concerns... Show more$23-68
    Billing SupervisorA billing supervisor is primarily in charge of spearheading and overseeing the billing procedures of a company. Typically managing a team of billing specialists and clerks, a billing supervisor must set goals and guidelines, gather and analyze billing data, develop reports to be presented to directors and other executives, and create strategies to optimize billing processes... Show more$18-39
  2. Create an ideal candidate profile

    Common skills:
    • Reservations
    • Front Desk Operations
    • POS
    • Guest Rooms
    • Guest Satisfaction
    • Payroll
    • Guest Inquiries
    • Night Audit
    • Cash Handling
    • Guest Relations
    • Guest Complaints
    • Guest Expectations
    • Exceptional Guest
    • Hotel Guests
    Check all skills
    Responsibilities:
    • Manage facility procedures relate to insurance and billing and solve patients' queries regarding their insurance renewal and expiry.
    • Develop and implement department training, policies and procedures on the POS system.
    • Perform closing operations, including reconciliation of each employee's POS cash and credit sales receipts with sales reports.
    • Analyze resort inventory requirements and assure that all reservations and other requests are accommodate to the highest efficiency levels possible.
    • Provide billing company medical record documentation to support professional and global CPT codes.
    More guest service supervisor duties
  3. Make a budget

    Including a salary range in your guest service supervisor job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. A guest service supervisor salary can vary based on several factors:
    • Location. For example, guest service supervisors' average salary in west virginia is 44% less than in washington.
    • Seniority. Entry-level guest service supervisors earn 36% less than senior-level guest service supervisors.
    • Certifications. A guest service supervisor with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
    • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in a guest service supervisor's salary.

    Average guest service supervisor salary

    $16.54hourly

    $34,413 yearly

    Entry-level guest service supervisor salary
    $27,000 yearly salary
    Updated December 16, 2025

    Average guest service supervisor salary by state

    RankStateAvg. salaryHourly rate
    1Washington$46,204$22
    2Utah$39,279$19
    3Colorado$38,784$19
    4New York$37,986$18
    5Massachusetts$37,105$18
    6Illinois$37,018$18
    7Hawaii$36,980$18
    8Arizona$36,132$17
    9Wisconsin$35,145$17
    10Michigan$32,303$16
    11Maryland$31,907$15
    12Texas$31,804$15
    13Ohio$31,694$15
    14Missouri$31,672$15
    15Kansas$30,967$15
    16Pennsylvania$30,537$15
    17Florida$30,345$15
    18North Carolina$29,723$14
    19South Carolina$29,530$14
    20Louisiana$28,670$14

    Average guest service supervisor salary by company

    RankCompanyAverage salaryHourly rateJob openings
    1NBCUniversal$42,173$20.281
    2AEG$42,128$20.2520
    3Mars$40,923$19.671
    4Pine Street Inn$40,382$19.414
    5Hollywood Park Casino$40,105$19.28
    6Global Partners$40,081$19.2735
    7Monarch Casino & Resort$39,912$19.197
    8J.F. Shea Co$39,710$19.093
    9Grand Casino$38,758$18.63
    10SRI International$38,326$18.43
    11Washington County$38,246$18.39
    12Brown County$37,727$18.14
    13Great Wolf Resorts$37,607$18.0822
    14Cornell University$37,602$18.086
    15MSG Entertainment$37,521$18.043
    16Live Nation Entertainment$37,451$18.0116
    17Jacobs Entertainment$36,831$17.71
    18Empire State Realty Trust$36,700$17.64
    19Hyatt Hotels$36,536$17.5748
    20Earth Fare$36,374$17.492
  4. Writing a guest service supervisor job description

    A guest service supervisor job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. To help get you started, here's an example of a guest service supervisor job description:

    Guest service supervisor job description example

    415 West W.T. Harris Blvd. - Charlotte, North Carolina 28262

    YOU BELONG AT DRURY HOTELS.

    Getting a job is just the beginning. Finding a place where you belong is what truly matters. Who you are and what you do makes a difference at Drury Hotels. There's a place for you here today and tomorrow.

    WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US


    So. Much. More.


    Just as our guests deserve more, so do you deserve more. Be valued for what you do and who you are ... and well compensated for all you accomplish.

    • Incentives - Quarterly bonuses up to $1600/year (we succeed together!) based on hotel results
    • Work-life-balance - Flexible scheduling, paid time off, hotel discounts and free room nights
    • Career growth - Mentorship, cross-training, development plans, management training, and more-over 200 internal promotions this year
    • Health and well-being - Medical, dental, vision, prescription, life, disability and Team Member Assistance Program
    • Retirement - Company-matched 401(k)
    • Award-winning - Ranked among Forbes' Best Midsize Employers (2022) and highest in Guest Satisfaction Among Upper Midscale Hotel Chains by J.D. Power 17 years in a row (that's a record!)

    BASIC FUNCTION & JOB DUTIES:

    Under general supervision, assists management team with supervising the front desk / guest service positions of the hotel.

    Ensures Drury Hotels' policies and procedures are consistently communicated and followed at all times. Always maintains a high standard of integrity, provides motivation and demonstrates positive leadership characteristics which inspire team members to exceed expectations through superior customer service standards. Assists with training guest service team members.

    Ensures an exceptional guest experience by providing courteous, efficient, friendly service to all guests and potential guests in a professional manner. Responds promptly and efficiently to inquiries, requests and complaints with a +1 Service Attitude. Contributes to maintaining a positive work environment at all times for our diverse team and guests.

    GENERAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY:

    Requires ability to give and take written and oral direction. Requires the ability to communicate clearly in English to relate to guests and team members. Requires thorough knowledge of Drury Hotels' policies and procedures. Requires ability to train, motivate and inspire team members to perform at and above Company expectations. Requires thorough knowledge of marketing and sales programs. Performs duties of guest service agent, night audit or other positions as needed. Requires ability to handle money, make change and utilize office machines in normal day-to-day activities. Monitors hotel facilities and team member work habits to ensure a safe / secure environment for team members and guests; observes and corrects unsafe conditions. Requires ability to give attention to detail. May require some travel.

    Rise. Shine. Work Happy. Apply Now.

  5. Post your job

    To find guest service supervisors for your business, try out a few different recruiting strategies:

    • Consider internal talent. One of the most important talent pools for any company is its current employees.
    • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and your current work to ask if they know any guest service supervisors they would recommend.
    • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit entry-level guest service supervisors with the right educational background.
    • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter have more than 3.5 billion users, and they're a great place for company branding and reaching potential job candidates.
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    • Use field-specific websites.
    • Post a job on free websites.
  6. Interview candidates

    Recruiting guest service supervisors requires you to bring your A-game to the interview process. The first interview should introduce the company and the role to the candidate as much as they present their background experience and reasons for applying for the job. During later interviews, you can go into more detail about the technical details of the job and ask behavioral questions to gauge how they'd fit into your current company culture.

    It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match your ideal candidate profile. If you think a candidate is good enough for the next step, you can move on to the technical interview.

    The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

  7. Send a job offer and onboard your new guest service supervisor

    Once you have selected a candidate for the guest service supervisor position, it is time to create an offer letter. In addition to salary, the offer letter should include details about benefits and perks that are available to the employee. Ensuring your offer is competitive is vital, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and it is important to be open to discussion and reach a mutually beneficial agreement. After the offer has been accepted, it is a good idea to formalize the agreement with a contract.

    It's also good etiquette to follow up with applicants who don't get the job by sending them an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

    After that, you can create an onboarding schedule for a new guest service supervisor. Human Resources and the hiring manager should complete Employee Action Forms. Human Resources should also ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc., and that new employee files are created.

  8. Go through the hiring process checklist

    • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
    • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
    • Define job responsibilities and requirements
    • Establish budget and timeline
    • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
    • Write job description
    • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
    • Promote the job internally
    • Process applications through applicant tracking system
    • Review resumes and cover letters
    • Shortlist candidates for screening
    • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
    • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
    • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
    • Conduct background checks on top candidates
    • Check references of top candidates
    • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
    • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
    • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
    • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
    • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
    • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)
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How much does it cost to hire a guest service supervisor?

Recruiting guest service supervisors involves both the one-time costs of hiring and the ongoing costs of adding a new employee to your team. Your spending during the hiring process will mostly be on things like promoting the job on job boards, reviewing and interviewing candidates, and onboarding the new hire. Ongoing costs will obviously involve the employee's salary, but also may include things like benefits.

You can expect to pay around $34,413 per year for a guest service supervisor, as this is the median yearly salary nationally. This can vary depending on what state or city you're hiring in. If you're hiring for contract work or on a per-project basis, hourly rates for guest service supervisors in the US typically range between $12 and $20 an hour.

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