What are the responsibilities and job description for the Front Desk Agent position at GF Hotels & Resorts USA?
The Hotel Indigo Birmingham is located in a landmark Art Deco style building dating from the early 1930s in the city's historic Five Points South neighborhood. The hotel is situated in the booming and vibrant town of Birmingham near UAB. Hotel Indigo is set in the lively and roaring entertainment district of Birmingham, reminiscent of Bourbon street. Originally designed for medical offices and across from the first apothecary in Birmingham, the building became a hotel in the 1980s, but still retains its original medical insignia etched above the elevator doors
We have a great opportunity to join our team as a Front Desk Agent.
- Responsible for counting cash, and maintaining accuracy of issued cash drawer at the beginning and end of each scheduled shift.
- Daily checks the front desk log for problems, special requests, etc.
- Greets, registers, and assigns rooms to guests.
- Transmits and receives telephone messages when necessary.
- Works closely with the reservations department to ensure arrival dates on reservations are correct.
- Communicates all information to the following shift to ensure a smooth transition.
- Works closely with all hotel departments to ensure the highest quality of customer service.
- Answers inquiries pertaining to hotel services; registration of guests; and shopping, dining, entertainment, and travel directions. Explains in-room and hotel features.
- Responsible for completing all required shift paperwork and reports as assigned by management.
- Responsible for completing all end of shift cash closing procedures.
- Keeps records of room availability and guests' accounts.
- Computes bill, collects payment, and makes changes for guests.
- Makes and confirms reservations.
- Posts charges such as room, food, liquor, or telephone to ledger.
- Completes daily-required shift checklists.
- Must wear required uniform. Must maintain a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance.
- Performs other duties as assigned by management.
Requirements
- Excellent guest service skills
- Solid understanding of hotel front office technology
- Hospitality mindset
At GF we believe that peopleare the key to our success. We offer health insurance, paid time off, ongoinglearning opportunities, competitive compensation plus a great culture.
GF Hotels & Resorts is anaward-winning full-service ownership and management company that specializes inhotels, resorts, golf courses, and other related hospitality assets. Since itsfounding in 1988, GF has operated over 800 properties in 46 states. GF’sexpertise includes but is not limited to Sales & Marketing, Food &Beverage, Revenue Strategy, Information Technology, Human Resources and acomplete Accounting System. Currently, GF partners with Hilton, Marriott,Hyatt, IHG, Choice, Wyndham, Best Western, among others, as well as individualproperties. With its award-winning approach to maximizing guest satisfaction,GF has been recognized as one of the top management companies in the industry.
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