Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $20.00 - $21.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Day Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
competitive pay
Employer Paid Life Insurance
PTO
401k with employer match
Career growth opportunities

Job Description

HomeTowne Studios by Red Roof is a recognized leader in the extended stay hotel industry, known for providing guests with high-quality accommodations and a comfortable hospitality experience. Operating hotels across 20 different states, HomeTowne Studios partners with Red Roof, a respected name in hotel management, to deliver exceptional value and service for both guests and employees alike. Since renovating their properties in 2018, HomeTowne continues to improve not only the physical environment of their locations but also the overall guest and employee experience through ongoing enhancements and comprehensive training methods. The company prides itself on being an employer of choice, emphasizing a work environment that values employee well-being and career growth, while also maintaining a strong commitment to guest satisfaction.

The Front Desk Agent role at HomeTowne Studios is a vital position within the hotel operations team. This role offers full-time employment with a competitive starting wage ranging from $20.00 to $21.00 per hour. The Front Desk Agent serves as the first point of contact for guests, directly influencing the guest experience through friendly greetings, efficient check-ins and check-outs, and thorough resolution of guest inquiries and needs. Agents utilize the front desk computer system to manage reservations, monitor room statuses, and maintain accurate records of accounts and guest information, ensuring confidentiality at all times. In addition to day-to-day guest services, the Front Desk Agent collaborates closely with other hotel departments such as housekeeping to communicate room statuses and maintenance needs, fostering a seamless and hospitable environment.

This position requires excellent customer service skills, the ability to multitask, and proficiency with office procedures including cash handling, math, and basic computer skills. Strong communication abilities, both verbal and written, are essential to effectively interact with guests and team members. Employees in this role have the opportunity to contribute to the positive reputation of HomeTowne Studios by delivering outstanding service and supporting the operational goals of the hotel. Beyond the responsibilities, HomeTowne Studios offers a supportive culture with benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance (with affordable employee contributions), employer-paid life insurance, paid time off, a 401K plan with employer match, and various career growth opportunities. These benefits underscore the company’s dedication to creating a rewarding work experience where employees are valued and career advancement is encouraged. Joining the HomeTowne Studios team means becoming part of a dynamic hospitality environment focused on excellence in extended-stay accommodations and employee satisfaction.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma preferred or equivalent experience
  • 1 year in previous customer service position
  • Must have basic office skills (math, cash handling, computer skills, etc.)
  • Basic English communication (verbal and written) skills required

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma preferred or equivalent experience
  • 1 year in previous customer service position
  • Must have basic office skills (math, cash handling, computer skills, etc.)
  • Basic English communication (verbal and written) skills required

Job Duties

  • Welcome guests with friendly greeting and smile while performing all guest related services
  • Handle reservations request
  • check guests in/out
  • handle guest accounting and cashier functions
  • Make, change and monitor reservations
  • reviews and reports rate availability using front desk computer system
  • update and monitor room status
  • promote future sales
  • Maintain confidentiality of guest information and pertinent hotel data
  • Communicate with the General Manager and other Front Desk Representatives, as needed, about problems, requests and/or concerns regarding guests and rooms
  • Work with housekeeping to communicate checkouts, stay-overs, sleepers, skip, rooms cleaned and rooms in need of maintenance
  • Performs all other duties as assigned

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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