Front Desk Clerk

Job Overview

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Compensation

Hourly
Range $11.00 - $13.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

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

Job Description

Our establishment is a distinguished hotel dedicated to providing exceptional guest services and memorable experiences. As a well-regarded property, we pride ourselves on maintaining high standards of hospitality, emphasizing professionalism, courtesy, and personalized accommodations for every guest. Our team is committed to delivering seamless service from the moment guests arrive until their departure, ensuring that all interactions exceed expectations and foster long-term loyalty. This commitment extends to supporting a dynamic workplace that values flexibility, teamwork, and personal development, important values that we strive to uphold within our guest services team.

We are currently seeking a Guest Services Agent (GSA) to join our front office operations. The Guest Services Agent plays a vital role in managing the essential functions related to guest check-in and check-out procedures, as well as providing concierge and PBX services when necessary. This position requires an individual capable of handling multiple tasks efficiently while maintaining a calm and professional demeanor under pressure, as the role often involves managing high volumes of guest inquiries and coordinating with different hotel departments. This role offers flexible scheduling, including evening shifts, weekends, and holidays, to accommodate the 24/7 needs of our hotel. Candidates with excellent customer service skills, strong communication abilities both written and oral, and proficiency in computer systems such as Microsoft Office Suite and property management software will thrive in this position.

The Guest Services Agent is trained to assist with reservations, registration, and guest requests, from room assignments to special accommodations. They are also expected to understand and follow credit-checking and cash-handling procedures with precision. This role includes responsibilities such as posting charges to guest accounts, coordinating housekeeping updates, and supporting sales efforts through suggestive selling, promoting hotel services and amenities effectively to guests. GSAs are expected to maintain thorough knowledge of the hotel’s room inventory, rates, and cancellation policies to provide guests with accurate and helpful information throughout their stay.

In addition to operational responsibilities, Emotional Intelligence is a core component of this role. The successful candidate will be comfortable engaging guests warmly to resolve any concerns promptly while demonstrating a positive attitude and high energy to promote the hotel’s brand values. Flexibility, creativity, and strong organizational skills are also essential as the Guest Services Agent will wear multiple hats, adapting to the needs of the team and the dynamic nature of the hospitality industry. This role offers candidates an excellent opportunity to build a career in hospitality with ongoing training and support to develop essential front office and customer service expertise.

Job Requirements

  • flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays
  • ability to work in various front office capacities including PBX, concierge, and front desk
  • excellent customer service skills
  • effective communication skills
  • working knowledge of computers and facsimile machines
  • ability to multitask and perform under pressure
  • physical ability to stand, sit, and walk for extended periods
  • ability to lift up to 40 pounds occasionally
  • background screening for previous criminal history
  • must pass at least 80 percent on PMS reservation system test after training
  • wear hotel uniform in compliance with standards

Job Qualifications

  • high school diploma or G.E.D.
  • at least one year experience in customer service or related fields such as hotel, food and beverage, administrative, human resources, legal, educational, training, financial, or business
  • proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, data entry, and database management
  • excellent written and oral communication skills
  • knowledge of hotel procedures and etiquette
  • ability to multitask and handle stressful situations
  • sales-minded with ability to use suggestive selling techniques
  • emotional intelligence to manage emotions and stay composed under pressure
  • ability to engage with guests and resolve issues promptly

Job Duties

  • ensures appropriate checking in and checking out of guests
  • provides courteous and professional services to guests
  • serves as concierge including making reservations and recommending attractions
  • manages guest reservations and room assignments accommodating special requests
  • verifies method of payment and credit-checking procedures
  • posts guest and room information to property management system and communicates with hotel personnel
  • coordinates with housekeeping to update room status and manages maintenance requests
  • uses suggestive selling techniques to promote hotel services
  • assists in pre-registration and room blocking for reservations
  • follows cash-handling policies and maintains documentation
  • manages cancellation procedures and generates secure room cards
  • uses front office equipment efficiently
  • posts charges to guest and city ledger accounts
  • handles safe deposit box procedures
  • processes mail, packages, and messages
  • monitors hotel activities and attends department meetings
  • reports unusual occurrences to management
  • maintains cleanliness of front desk area
  • adheres to safety and emergency procedures

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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