
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $13.00 - $14.50
Work Schedule
Weekend Shifts
Job Description
The hiring establishment is a reputable hotel committed to providing exceptional guest services and creating memorable experiences for every visitor. As a well-regarded player within the hospitality industry, this hotel prides itself on delivering personalized attention to guests through a combination of hospitality expertise and professional customer service. The environment is dynamic, customer-focused, and energetic, designed to support the growth and development of its team members while maintaining the highest standards of comfort and guest satisfaction. With its commitment to excellence and a strong brand presence, the hotel offers a welcoming and supportive workplace where employees can thrive and contribute to a positive guest experience.
The Front Desk Associate plays a crucial role within this setting as the initial point of contact for guests arriving at the hotel. This position goes beyond standard check-in and check-out functions, requiring a combination of interpersonal skills, detailed operational knowledge, and a proactive approach to service. The Front Desk Associate is responsible for warmly greeting guests, efficiently managing reservations and check-outs, and addressing any inquiries or concerns promptly. This role demands a friendly and approachable demeanor, the ability to manage a wide range of guest interactions, and a thorough understanding of the hotel's operations, including room types, rates, promotions, and local area knowledge. Additionally, the associate is tasked with promoting loyalty programs and hotel services through up-selling techniques, enhancing the guest experience and contributing to revenue growth.
Key responsibilities include verifying guest information, processing payments, maintaining accurate guest profiles, and using hotel reservation systems effectively. The role requires one to handle guest complaints with tact, demonstrate strong communication skills on the phone, and exhibit excellent organizational and multitasking abilities. Candidates must be proficient in standard office software such as Microsoft Word and Excel and adaptable to working weekend shifts as needed. This position offers the opportunity to be a vital part of the hotel team and directly influence guest satisfaction and the hotel's reputation.
Overall, the Front Desk Associate position is ideal for individuals who have prior experience in hotel front desk operations and are passionate about customer service excellence. It provides a platform for growth in the hospitality sector and a chance to develop valuable skills related to guest relations and hotel management. The employment conditions require fluency in English and a commitment to working flexible schedules to meet business demands. The hotel values inclusivity and equal employment opportunities, ensuring a respectful and supportive workplace for all team members.
The Front Desk Associate plays a crucial role within this setting as the initial point of contact for guests arriving at the hotel. This position goes beyond standard check-in and check-out functions, requiring a combination of interpersonal skills, detailed operational knowledge, and a proactive approach to service. The Front Desk Associate is responsible for warmly greeting guests, efficiently managing reservations and check-outs, and addressing any inquiries or concerns promptly. This role demands a friendly and approachable demeanor, the ability to manage a wide range of guest interactions, and a thorough understanding of the hotel's operations, including room types, rates, promotions, and local area knowledge. Additionally, the associate is tasked with promoting loyalty programs and hotel services through up-selling techniques, enhancing the guest experience and contributing to revenue growth.
Key responsibilities include verifying guest information, processing payments, maintaining accurate guest profiles, and using hotel reservation systems effectively. The role requires one to handle guest complaints with tact, demonstrate strong communication skills on the phone, and exhibit excellent organizational and multitasking abilities. Candidates must be proficient in standard office software such as Microsoft Word and Excel and adaptable to working weekend shifts as needed. This position offers the opportunity to be a vital part of the hotel team and directly influence guest satisfaction and the hotel's reputation.
Overall, the Front Desk Associate position is ideal for individuals who have prior experience in hotel front desk operations and are passionate about customer service excellence. It provides a platform for growth in the hospitality sector and a chance to develop valuable skills related to guest relations and hotel management. The employment conditions require fluency in English and a commitment to working flexible schedules to meet business demands. The hotel values inclusivity and equal employment opportunities, ensuring a respectful and supportive workplace for all team members.
Job Requirements
- Fluency in English
- Ability to speak hear read and write English
- Ability to work any hours or days of the week necessary to meet business requirements
- Ability to use a computer and other standard office equipment
- Ability to count currency and perform basic arithmetic
- Ability to talk to customers on the phone
- Ability to maintain a calm demeanor when dealing with customer issues
- Ability to walk and stand for long periods of time
Job Qualifications
- One year experience working as a hotel front desk agent
- Competent computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
- Experience using hotel reservation system such as Lightspeed FOSSE or OnQ is a plus
- Friendly and customer service oriented
- Good interpersonal and problem-solving skills
- Organization skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work weekends
Job Duties
- Greet guests at check-in with a smile and warm welcome and complete the registration process according to brand and company standards by entering and retrieving information from system confirming guest information and identity referring to guest by name confirming room rate and type assigning room coding electronic keys acknowledging loyalty status promoting marketing programs providing welcome information and ensuring guest knows location of room and elevator
- Greet guests at check-out with a smile and warm greeting and complete the check-out process according to brand and company standards including referring to guest by name confirming room rate and other charges are accurate and accounted for in the system confirming payment method updating if needed processing payment and printing or emailing folio document guest’s preferences to ensure the best possible experience for future stays by updating guest’s profile
- Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of hotel information including but not limited to room categories room rates packages promotions the local area and other general product knowledge and answer guest questions and inquiries
- Use up-selling techniques to promote hotel services facilities and benefits of loyalty program
- Follow acceptable phone etiquette by answering phone promptly using a polite professional greeting and offering assistance
- Respond to guest inquiries and requests promptly and in a friendly and efficient manner
- Use attentive active listening skills when fielding guest complaints apologize empathize and take prompt action to resolve complaint escalate to a manager if necessary
- Complete designated start and end-of-shift tasks and reports
- Inform customers about payment methods and verify their credit card data
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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