Front Desk Agent - Sheraton Indianapolis City Centre

Job Overview

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Work Schedule

Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
team environment
Career development opportunities
competitive salary

Job Description

Our establishment is a reputable hotel dedicated to providing exceptional hospitality and memorable experiences for all guests. Situated in a prime location, we pride ourselves on maintaining high standards of service and comfort to ensure each visitor feels welcomed and valued throughout their stay. Our team is composed of passionate professionals committed to upholding the hotel's reputation for excellence, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere from the moment guests arrive until they depart. We believe in fostering a cohesive work environment where each employee plays a vital role in delivering superior guest service and contributes to the hotel's overall success.

We are currently seeking a Front Desk Agent to join our welcoming team. This full-time role involves direct interaction with guests, requiring outstanding communication and organizational skills. The Front Desk Agent will be primarily responsible for greeting guests with a friendly and professional demeanor, handling check-in and check-out procedures efficiently, and assisting guests with any inquiries or special requests. The successful candidate will have a comprehensive understanding of front office operations, including the use of reservation and property management systems. Cash handling expertise is essential, as this role involves processing payments accurately and securely, whether by cash, checks, or credit cards.

Attention to detail is critical in managing reservations, especially those with special requests requiring room blocking or rate adjustments. Familiarity with hotel rates, discounts, and cancellation policies ensures smooth operations and guest satisfaction. The Front Desk Agent must be capable of multitasking in a fast-paced environment while maintaining professionalism and courtesy at all times. This position may require flexibility in scheduling, including working nights, weekends, and holidays to meet the dynamic needs of the hotel. Physical requirements include prolonged periods of sitting, keyboard use, occasional standing and walking, and the ability to lift or move items weighing up to 25 pounds. Overall, we are looking for a self-motivated team player who thrives in a hospitality setting and is dedicated to enhancing every guest's experience from the first hello to the final goodbye. This role offers an excellent opportunity for those passionate about hospitality to grow their career within a supportive and customer-focused organization.

Job Requirements

  • Ability to work varying schedules including nights, weekends and holidays
  • Ability to work in a standard office environment
  • Ability to sit for prolonged periods (6-8 hours a day)
  • Ability to stand and walk occasionally throughout the workday
  • Frequent use of hands and fingers for keyboarding, typing and operating office equipment
  • Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
  • Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach or carry items as needed
  • Ability to lift and/or move 10-25 pounds
  • Visual ability to read computer screens and printed materials with close focus and color differentiation
  • Ability to hear and participate in conversations and meetings
  • Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions

Job Qualifications

  • High work ethic and self-initiative
  • Enjoy working as part of a team that provides great experiences for guests

Job Duties

  • Greet and communicate cordially with guests, promptly and professionally checking them in and out of the hotel
  • Assist in pre-registration and blocking of reservations when necessary
  • Promptly, accurately and efficiently know how and where to post all charges
  • Have complete working knowledge of Front Office computer or manual system, including all daily transactions and those which are not performed often
  • Accurately manage cash handling, including receiving cash, checks and credit card information from guests for payment of hotel charges and making change correctly
  • Review any reservations with special requests and work to block rooms accordingly
  • Have knowledge of hotel rates, discounts and how to handle each
  • Have working knowledge of reservations and procedures, including how to take same day reservations
  • Should be able to take reservations in approximately 2 minutes
  • Know and follow cancellation procedures and relocation procedures when necessary

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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