What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hotel Front Desk Agent position at Candlewood Suites - Redstone Arsenal, AL?
Welcome guests in a friendly, prompt, and professional manner recognizing IHG Rewards Club Members and returning guests
Check guests in, issue room keys, provide information on hotel services and room location
Ensure required identification is taken from guests at check-in in line with local legislative requirements
Answer phones in a prompt and courteous manner
Up-sell rooms where possible to maximize hotel revenue
Answer, record and process all guest calls, messages, requests, questions, or concerns
Record guest preferences in the system
Check guests out, including resolving any late or disputed charges
Accurately process all cash and credit card transactions using established procedures
Issue, control, and release guest safe-deposit boxes in line with hotel procedures
Communicate any outstanding guest requests or issues to management that may require additional monitoring or follow-up
Take action to solve guest problems/complaints using appropriate service recovery guidelines
Follow established hotel safety protocols and procedures always. Immediately report any health and safety incident, security breaches, concerns or suspicious behavior to the supervisor or manager on duty
May routinely book guest reservations for individuals and/or groups that are requested either by phone or from within the hotel, process cancellations, revisions, and information updates on changes
Work as part of a team and communicate with other departments as per hotel procedures to ensure excellent quality and service
Perform other duties as assigned including guest room tours, concierge services, special guest requests, etc.
What we need from you
You need a High School diploma or equivalent, plus one-year front desk/guest service experience and some college is preferred. You may be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays.
Frequently standing up behind the desk and front office areas
Handling objects, products, and computer equipment
Basic computer skills to operate various property management and reservations systems, etc.
Being passionate about people and service
Strong communication skills essential when interacting with guests and employees
Reading and writing abilities are used often when completing paperwork, logging issues/complaints/requests information updates, etc.
Basic math skills are used frequently when handling cash or credit.
Problem solving, reasoning, motivating, and training abilities are often used
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $17.75 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Evenings as needed
- Evening shift
- Every weekend
- Holidays
- Morning shift
- On call
- Rotating weekends
- Weekends as needed
- Weekends only
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Hotel Experience: 1 year (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
- Overnight Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Huntsville, AL 35808 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18