Front Desk Agent (Part Time)

Often the first and last contact for our guests, the Front Desk Agent is a critical link to guest satisfaction. Responsibilities include welcoming guests, processing registration and check-out, anticipating guest needs and meeting or exceeding those needs, responding to and resolving guest inquiries and complaints, and coordinating with other departments to ensure guests feel well-cared for and valued. This person should be very comfortable interacting with guests and potential clients in a highly professional manner.

• Maintain a personal demeanor that is friendly, cheerful and courteous at all times.
• Greet guests by name.
• Ensure that all guests feel welcomed to the property.
• Register guests and assign rooms.
• Conduct check-out processes.
• Ensure guest satisfaction by responding to guest inquiries with accurate information and a positive attitude.
• Answer inquiries pertaining to hotel services, registration of guests, shopping, dining, entertainment, and travel directions.
• Respond to phone calls, and retrieve guest mail, faxes and packages.
• Promote hotel amenities and services to guests using personal knowledge and effective selling techniques.
• Welcome and effectively resolve guest questions, issues and complaints with supervisor assistance as needed.
• Provide constant and consistent communication with other departments and supervisors/managers in order to ensure guest satisfaction.
• Attend team briefings.
• Handle cash, credit card, currency conversions and other financial transactions.
• Post charges such as room, food, liquor or telephone to ledger.
• Compute or adjust bill, collect payment, and make change for guests.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:
• High school diploma or GED
• Must be able to read, communicate effectively and have excellent interpersonal skills
• Must be able to work well under pressure while retaining tact and composure when resolving guest complaints
• Previous front desk experience in the hospitality industry

• Must be available to work a flexible, part-time schedule, including overnight shifts, weekends, and holidays, as required by business needs.

* High school diploma or GED

* At least 18 years of age
* Basic computer skills
* Must be able to read, communicate effectively and have superb interpersonal skills
* Must be able to work well under pressure while retaining tact and composure when resolving guest complaintsSkills and Experience (Preferred)
* Work experience in the hospitality or restaurant industry
* Communication in other languages is helpful