Front Desk/Night Audit

SUMMARY:The Front Desk Agent is primarily responsible for handling all guest interactions and going above and beyond to exceed guest requests. S/he often provides the first point of contact for guests and is responsible for creating an excellent first impression.

The Front Desk Agent shall strive to provide exceptional service to both internal and external guests at all times. S/he will be responsible for exemplifying the Hotel's Culture.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Maintain complete knowledge of and comply with all departmental policies/service procedures/standards.
• Maintain complete knowledge of correct maintenance and use of equipment. Use equipment only as intended.
• Anticipate guests' needs, respond promptly and acknowledge all guests, however busy and whatever time of day.
• Maintain positive guest relations at all times.
• Resolve guest complaints, ensuring guest satisfaction.
• Maintain complete knowledge at all times of:
• all hotel features/services, hours of operation.
• all room types, numbers, layout, decor, appointments and location.
• all room rates, special packages and promotions.
• daily house count and expected arrivals/departures.
• room availability status for any given day.
• scheduled in-house group activities, locations and times.
• all hotel and departmental policies and procedures.
• Access all functions of the computer system.
• Inspect, plan and ensure that all materials and equipment are in complete readiness for service.
• Monitor the hotel front entrance and resolve any congested situations.
• Monitor the check-in/check-out process; anticipate critical situations and assist wherever necessary to help alleviate the pressure and to process the guest expediently.
• Monitor communication logs and ensure that guest requests are followed up within specified minutes determined by property guidelines.
• Maintain a neat and presentable front desk area.
• Monitor guest mail and ensure that it is processed according to procedures.
• Monitor and ensure that express check-outs are processed through the system.
• Observe guest reactions and confer frequently with staff to ensure guest satisfaction.
• Assist guests with reports of lost/stolen articles, following hotel policy.
• Adhere to hotel requirements for guest/employee accidents or injuries and in emergency situations.
• Ensure security of guest rooms.'

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Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $12.00 - $13.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work setting:

• In-person

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Hotel Experience: 1 year (Preferred)
• Front Desk: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person