Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and friendly Front Desk Agent to serve as the welcoming face of our organization. Represents the hotel to the guest throughout all stages of the guest’s stay by working with all hotel personnel to ensure every guest experience superior customer care. Responsibilities include registering guests, assigning rooms, accommodating special requests, and ensuring the guests have a pleasant stay and smooth checkout
Duties
- Maintains an inventory of vacancies, reservations and room assignments.
- Possesses a working knowledge of the reservations department. Takes same day reservations and future reservations when necessary. Knows cancellation procedures.
- Knows room locations, types of rooms available, and room rates.
- Registers arriving guests and assigns rooms.
- Coordinates room status updates with the housekeeping department by notifying housekeeping of all check-outs, late check-outs, early check-ins, special requests, and part-day rooms.
- Coordinates guest room maintenance work with the engineering and maintenance division.
- Uses persuasive selling techniques to sell rooms and to promote other services of the hotel.
- Knows daily activities and meetings taking place in the hotel.
- Reports any unusual occurrences or requests to the manager or assistant manager.
- Manages and resolves all guest complaints in a professional and courteous manner.
- Processes guest check-outs and handles monetary transactions.
- Maintains customers’ privacy.
- Maintains a high level of professional appearance and demeanor.
- Performs other duties as assigned. Greet visitors, clients, and staff warmly, ensuring a positive first impression at all times
- Manage multi-line phone systems, directing calls accurately and professionally using proper phone etiquette
- Maintain organized filing systems, data entry records, and ensure accurate documentation through proofreading and meticulous record keeping
- Support office management tasks such as supply inventory, filing, and basic software
- Assist with clerical duties including typing correspondence, managing emails, and supporting customer service inquiries
- Provide customer support by addressing questions promptly and professionally in person or via phone or email
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Previous hotel-related experience preferred (Minimum 2 years)
- Ability to communicate with public, hotel staff, and management in a professional manner.
- Knowledge of surrounding areas and local events.
- Ability to understand and adhere to proper credit, check cashing, and cash handling policies and procedures. Able to properly secure guest information.
- Ability to learn safety, emergency, and accident prevention policies and procedures.
- Skilled in the use of front office equipment.
- Knowledge of proper telephone etiquette.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.
Join us in creating a welcoming atmosphere where professionalism meets warmth! This role is perfect for motivated individuals eager to develop their administrative expertise while making a meaningful impact on daily operations. We value energetic team players who are committed to delivering outstanding customer support in a fast-paced environment.
Pay: $12.00 - $13.00 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
