Front Desk Agent

Job Details

Description

Responsibilities

• Maintain complete knowledge of hotel operations, scheduled daily activities, and room products
• Maintain complete knowledge of and comply with all departmental policies/service procedures/standards
• Answer telephone calls within 3 rings, using correct salutations and telephone etiquette
• Ascertain callers' needs through open-ended questions
• Describe room accommodations and all amenities
• Obtain all designated information to book a reservation
• Accommodate special requests and designate such in the system
• Access guest history records to best service guests; maintain accurate information in guest history files
• Resolve guest complaints, ensuring guest satisfaction
• Obtain assigned bank and ensure accuracy of contracted monies. Always keep the bank secure
• Communicate pertinent guest information to designated departments/personnel (i.e. special requests, amenity delivery)
• Present folio to guest and resolve any disputed charges
• Assist all departments/executives in obtaining appropriate information regarding groups, inventory, and guest information
• Perform additional duties, as assigned
• Replenish, organize, and maintain the retail areas
  
  

Requirements And Qualifications

• High school or equivalent preferred
• 1 to 2 years in a similar experience preferred
• Strong organizational, prioritization skills and ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
• Strong knowledge of Outlook is a plus
• Possess an eye for the smallest detail and maintain a keen sense of urgency
• Ability to think clearly, remain calm, and resolve problems using good judgment
• Ability to think on your feet and resolve conflict
• Must be able to bend, stoop, squat, and stretch to fulfill necessary tasks
• Must be able to lift, push, and pull up to 30lbs. on a regular and continuing basis
• Must be able to stand and exert well-paced mobility for up to 8 hours in length
• All colleagues must maintain a neat and well-groomed appearance (specific standards will be provided)
• Able to share in working days, nights, weekends, and holidays
  
  

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves, other employees, or guests.

A review of this description has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and requirements are essential job functions.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to perform any other job-related duties assigned by their supervisor.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer of all qualified individuals, including minorities, women, veterans & individuals with disabilities. We participate in E-Verify.