Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Exact $17.50
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Career development opportunities
flexible scheduling
Job Description
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Santa Ana-Orange County Airport is a premier hotel property committed to offering exceptional hospitality and an outstanding guest experience. As part of the Hilton brand, DoubleTree upholds high standards of service, comfort, and guest satisfaction. The hotel is located strategically near the Orange County Airport, making it a preferred choice for both business and leisure travelers. The establishment operates under the Pacific Hospitality Group, an owner/operator company that prioritizes long-term growth, integrity, and community involvement. This company vision focuses on enriching lives by delivering memorable experiences and fostering a healthy work environment where team members are valued and supported. With a family-centered approach and deep respect for principles such as humility, respect, and customer focus, Pacific Hospitality Group ensures sustainable growth through principled entrepreneurship and compliance.
This role at DoubleTree by Hilton is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to advance their career in the hospitality industry. The position involves managing front desk operations with energetic guest engagement, ensuring each visitor is welcomed enthusiastically and professionally. The primary responsibilities include greeting guests, handling reservations, and providing detailed information about hotel amenities and local attractions. The front desk role is pivotal in creating a positive first impression and maintaining smooth communication between guests and hotel departments. It also involves processing guest registrations, verifying payments and credit, issuing room keys, and managing financial transactions related to guest accounts. Candidates should expect to use various hospitality management systems to maintain records and reports accurately.
Beyond routine operational duties, this role requires excellent conflict resolution skills, patience, and the ability to remain calm under pressure. Handling guest complaints and ensuring that all issues are addressed promptly within scope—or escalated appropriately—are key aspects of the job. The role suits individuals who pay close attention to detail, display strong problem-solving capabilities, and demonstrate excellent communication skills. Proficiency in English is essential, with additional language skills considered a plus. This position is designed for individuals eager to provide exceptional service and contribute to a high-standard work environment while pursuing professional growth within a reputable and supportive employer. Emphasis is placed on delivering outstanding customer service and creating a warm, welcoming atmosphere that encourages guests to return. Overall, this opportunity offers an enriching career path with a company dedicated to honoring its commitments to employees, guests, and the community.
This role at DoubleTree by Hilton is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to advance their career in the hospitality industry. The position involves managing front desk operations with energetic guest engagement, ensuring each visitor is welcomed enthusiastically and professionally. The primary responsibilities include greeting guests, handling reservations, and providing detailed information about hotel amenities and local attractions. The front desk role is pivotal in creating a positive first impression and maintaining smooth communication between guests and hotel departments. It also involves processing guest registrations, verifying payments and credit, issuing room keys, and managing financial transactions related to guest accounts. Candidates should expect to use various hospitality management systems to maintain records and reports accurately.
Beyond routine operational duties, this role requires excellent conflict resolution skills, patience, and the ability to remain calm under pressure. Handling guest complaints and ensuring that all issues are addressed promptly within scope—or escalated appropriately—are key aspects of the job. The role suits individuals who pay close attention to detail, display strong problem-solving capabilities, and demonstrate excellent communication skills. Proficiency in English is essential, with additional language skills considered a plus. This position is designed for individuals eager to provide exceptional service and contribute to a high-standard work environment while pursuing professional growth within a reputable and supportive employer. Emphasis is placed on delivering outstanding customer service and creating a warm, welcoming atmosphere that encourages guests to return. Overall, this opportunity offers an enriching career path with a company dedicated to honoring its commitments to employees, guests, and the community.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Previous experience in hospitality or customer service preferred
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to operate hotel management systems
- Patience and tact when dealing with difficult guests
- Detail oriented
- Ability to remain calm under pressure
- Must be able to speak, read, write and understand English
- Additional language skills a plus
Job Qualifications
- Guest service or customer service experience desired
- Excellent customer service and communication skills to work with guests of various social, cultural, economic and educational backgrounds
- Attention to detail
- Ability to solve problems and remain calm during busy activity periods or in emergency situations
- Must be able to speak, read, write and understand English
- Proficiency in another language a plus
Job Duties
- Welcomes guests by greeting them in an enthusiastic and professional manner, answering questions and responding to requests
- Provides information about hotel and hotel amenities
- Registers hotel guest by obtaining or confirming room requirements, verifying pre-registration, assigning rooms, obtaining information and signatures
- Issues door key cards
- Establishes guest credit by verifying credit cards or obtaining cash
- Seeks opportunities to maximize revenue
- Effectively deals with internal and external customers, some of whom may require a high level of patience, tact and diplomacy to defuse anger
- Collects accurate information and resolves conflicts
- Keeps immediate supervisor promptly and fully informed of any problems, potential safety issues, or unusual situations so prompt corrective action may be taken
- Communicates with other departments to fulfill guest needs
- Maintains hotel records by entering required room and guest account data into systems
- Performs all guest accounting functions according to hotel procedure to ensure all guest and house accounts are completed and accurate
- Collects hotel revenue by entering services and charges, computing bills and obtaining payments
- Runs all necessary reports and balances paperwork
- Resolves guest complaints within scope of authority
- otherwise refers the matter to management
- Notifies supervisor and/or Security of all unusual events, circumstances, missing items, or alleged theft
Job Criteria
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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