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FRONT DESK AGENT

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $11.25 - $14.25
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Work Schedule

Rotating Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Professional Development
flexible schedule

Job Description

Our company is a reputable hotel known for delivering exceptional hospitality and premium guest experiences. We pride ourselves on maintaining a welcoming environment where every visitor feels valued and receives personalized attention. Committed to excellence, we operate with integrity and professionalism, offering top-tier accommodations and tailored customer service to meet the diverse needs of our guests. Our hotel boasts a range of amenities and services designed to enhance guest comfort and satisfaction, including convenient check-in and check-out processes, accessible transportation arrangements, and enticing promotional offerings. We continuously foster a positive work atmosphere where our team members thrive and contribute to... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • minimum of 1 year experience in hotel front desk or customer service role
  • proficiency in reservation and property management software
  • strong verbal and written communication skills
  • reliable and punctual
  • ability to handle cash and perform basic accounting tasks
  • flexibility to work various shifts including weekends and holidays
  • professional appearance and demeanor
  • ability to work well in a team environment
  • basic computer skills

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • previous experience in hotel front desk or hospitality customer service preferred
  • proficiency with reservation and property management systems
  • excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • ability to handle cash transactions accurately
  • strong problem-solving abilities
  • knowledge of local area attractions and transportation options
  • ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information professionally
  • customer-oriented mindset with attention to detail
  • ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks simultaneously

Job Duties

  • Books guest reservations and/or coordinates with reservation center
  • registers guests into the hotel in a prompt and courteous manner using up-selling techniques to maximize room rates
  • prepares for group check-ins, check-outs, and VIP arrivals
  • greets, registers, and assigns rooms to guests
  • handles confidential information, including guest records, with a high degree of integrity
  • answers and routes call as appropriate
  • takes guest messages with accuracy
  • assists with sales and marketing efforts as directed by the General Manager
  • offers and properly handles requests for wake-up calls
  • records pertinent guest information in the pass on log
  • replenishes continental breakfast as needed and keeps the area clean
  • ensures common area/lobby is clean
  • performs laundry functions as directed
  • checks guests in and out of the hotel
  • processes customer payments according to established policies and procedures
  • answers phone in a prompt, efficient, and friendly manner
  • promotes hotel services, facilities, and outlets and becomes informed and knowledgeable of upcoming events/functions in the hotel and in the surrounding area
  • answers guests questions about the property and amenities and refers and directs guests to area attractions and outlets
  • arranges for appropriate transportation of guests to and from the hotel
  • uses creative reasoning to overcome guest objections and concerns and ensure 100% satisfaction
  • resolves minor guest complaints to the satisfaction of the customer and informs supervisor of major problems, complaints, disturbances, or unhappy guests
  • responds quickly to guest requests or complaints in a friendly manner and follows up to ensure guest satisfaction
  • completes daily paperwork including cashing out, documenting adjustments, miscellaneous postings, paid-outs, charges and check-outs
  • handles departmental accounting of monies, receipts, guest accounts and other forms of credit
  • posts all charges
  • completes cashier's report, prepares deposit and counts cashier bank
  • balances cash bag at open and closing of each shift
  • transmits and receives messages using equipment such as computer, telephone, email, fax, and switchboard
  • provides a professional image at all times through appearance and dress
  • follows company policies and procedures
  • performs other duties as assigned by supervisor or management

Job Qualifications

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)

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