What are the responsibilities and job description for the Front Desk / Gift Shop Worker position at Capon Springs & Farms?
Job Title: Front Desk/Gift Shop
Department: Hotel Ops
Reports to: Front Desk Supervisor / Front Office Manager
Capon Springs and Farms is looking for enthusiastic, detail-oriented team players to join our Front Desk/Gift Shop staff. As the first point of contact, you will help create a pleasant and memorable stay for our guests by providing outstanding customer service and setting a positive tone for the guests’ experience.
Capon Springs and Farms proudly offers a rich history, steeped in tradition and a commitment to our guests and co-workers. We invite you to learn more about our culture and company at www.caponsprings.net.
Key Areas of Responsibility:
- Greets guests and completes the check-in process by inputting and retrieving information from the computer system, confirming pertinent information including guest contact information, number of guests, and room assignments.
- Directs guests to their rooms by showing the location on the resort map.
- Maintains knowledge of the resort’s amenities, services, policies, menus/mealtimes, and area attractions.
- Responds to guests’ request/concerns and relays information to appropriate department.
- Completes check out procedures, computes bills, collects payment, and closes out guest accounts upon completion of stay.
- Maintains knowledge of front desks standard operating procedures.
- Performs administrative tasks such as sending and receiving faxes, making copies, and sending e-mail correspondence.
- Assist guests with purchases in the gift shop, processes transactions using cash, check, or credit/debit cards or by transferring purchases onto the guest bill using the POS system.
- Maintains the appearance of the gift shop, unpacks and stocks new merchandise, and rotates inventory on shelves.
- Other duties as assigned by the Front Office Manager
Education:
- High School diploma or equivalent is preferred.
- Associates degree or higher is a plus.
Experience:
- One year of office/clerical or customer service experience is preferred.
- Retail, Front Desk, or Hospitality experience is a plus.
Knowledge and Characteristics:
- Excellent communication and customer service skills required.
- Knowledge of MS Office, email and internet.
- Ability to operate basic office equipment and POS system.
- Must have good organizational and multitasking abilities and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to lift up to 20 lbs.
- Ability to accurately handle cash, check, and debit/credit transactions.
- Ability to count and provide correct change.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule based on department and company needs including weekends, evenings, and holidays.
- Ability to move in a full range of motion and be able to stand or sit for extended periods of time.
Terms of Employment:
This is a seasonal position from mid-April through mid-November. Days will vary, but will include some evening, weekend, and holiday work, and potential overtime during the peak season. This is an hourly position and can be full or part-time. Work will be indoors in a controlled environment.
This job description is not intended to and does not create a contract or offer of employment. If hired, employment will be on an at-will basis and can be terminated by either party.
Rev. 03/2023
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Seasonal
Pay: From $12.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
Shift:
- Day shift
- Evening shift
Ability to Relocate:
- High View, WV 26808: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $12