Front Desk Agent
The Front Desk Agent is a key facilitator of the hotel guest's arrival and departure experiences. The main focus of the position is to provide a consistent, accurate friendly and sincere level of guest service to all guests at the hotel.
Responsibilities include :
- Displaying a friendly, courteous and professional manner in all dealings with Residences owners, Hotel guests and other employees.
- Welcoming and registering Residence owners and Hotel guests, with an emphasis on fulfilling requests; following special handling instructions and adhering to established credit policies and procedures.
- Quoting and being familiar with room and rate availability for current and future dates.
- Successfully completing a room reservation for any given time period knowing what types of accommodations, and rates are available.
- Properly distinguishing all said reservations as Residences or Hotel.
- Actively participating in the hotel's up-sell program during guest arrival / departure as directed by hotel management.
- Reciting all information regarding the Mountain Shadows facilities, hours of operation, key personnel, special events and activities, and functions in the hotel.
- Assisting Residence owners regarding their use options.
- Handling several telephone calls at any given time.
- Offering adequate directions to the hotel from any location.
- Selecting and blocking Residential rental units and hotel rooms for arriving guests.
- Assisting Residence owners and hotel guests with Concierge-type requests; knowledge of the local area as well as Arizona areas and attractions.
- Handling owner and guest problems or complaints in conjunction with Management, keeping them well informed as to the problems and actions taken.
- Utilizing the computer system in running daily reports and posting charges and credits.
- Communicating to all support departments any necessary information or requests.
- Completing key packets and modifying registration cards.
- Checking guests and owners in and out of the Residences and Hotel in accordance with specific procedures.
- Making change, cashing checks, and exchanging foreign currency.
- Maintaining a balanced bank assigned to you from the Resort and reconciling all transactions at the close of the shift and cashing out.
- Speaking clearly and communicating via radio to other staff members.
- Understanding the tasks performed by a PBX Operator, Reservationists, Concierge, Room Attendant, Houseperson, Valet, and Bell person.
- Handling Hotel emergency procedures and situations with maturity and professionalism.
- Performing other tasks and projects as delegated by the Director of Guest Operations, Front Office Director, & Front Office Manager.
Specific Job Knowledge, Skill and Ability :
One year hotel / resort front desk experience preferred.Reading, writing and oral proficiency in the English language.Ability to maintain a pleasant disposition and function efficiently in high stress / pressure work environment.Solid interpersonal skills and positive attitude is a must.Computer experience needed, preferably with Opera.Ability to stand and / or walk continuously to perform essential job functions.Clear, articulate telephone voice and excellent / professional communication skills required.Ability to listen effectively, to speak and write English clearly.Detailed and sales oriented.Hearing and visual ability to observe and detect signs of emergency situations.Familiarity with the surrounding area is a plus.Must adhere to practices of occupational safety and health including wearing personal protective equipment when required.Compensation Range : The compensation for this position is $18.50 / Hr. - $18.50 / Hr. based on qualifications and experience.