What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hotel Front Office Agent - Home2 Suites by Hilton position at Home 2 Suites by Hilton Ridley Park- Philadelphia...?
YOU MUST BE AVAILABLE TO WORK ANY SHIFT AT ANYTIME. FLEXIBILITY IS A MUST FOR THIS POSITION. Typical shifts are 7a-3:15p, 3p-11:15p and midshifts.
The Home2 Suites by Hilton Ridley Park- Philadelphia Airport South is seeking a candidate for Front Office Agent. What does it take to be a GREAT front office agent? Someone who is a fast learner, has a positive attitude, can handle multi-tasking, can and provide exceptional customer service to our guests. You will be expected to work in a team environment, but also alone at times. During some shifts, you may be the 'manager on duty' as a manager is not always present. Hilton & PEP experience preferred. Nights, Weekends, and Holiday availability is a MUST when scheduled--we are open 365 days a year and 24hrs a day.
Duties and Responsibilities (including but not limited to):
-Responsible for greeting each and every guest as they enter and exit the building
-Responsible for checking guests in and out of the hotel
-Responsible for answering phones and transferring calls to the appropriate hotel department when necessary
-Responsible for booking/modifying reservations for guests
-Answer various questions from guest in a pleasant manner
-Respond effectively to guest complaints and provide excellent customer service to hotel guests
-Complete in full a daily front desk checklist
-Run various reports on the Front Desk System for management
-Deliver items to guest rooms
-Lift and organize packages for guests and also hotel inventory orders
-May be asked to perform duties in other areas of the hotel when short staffed
-Refill coffee canisters
-Responsible for maintaining cash drawer contents and making change for guests
-Responsible for completing all required training in a prompt manner as assigned by management
-Other duties as assigned by management
Requirements:
-Must have reliable transportation to/from the hotel
-Must be able to work weekends when required
-Must arrive on time for scheduled shift to relieve previous shift
-Must be able to understand and carry out instructions
-Must be able to bend, stand, and walk during the full shift
-Must be able to lift 20 pounds
-Must be able to maintain a professional manner in stressful situations
-Must be able to communicate on the phone and in person and answer questions from guests in a prompt manner
-Must be able to use math skills to calculate appropriate change to guests
-Must answer phone calls from management promptly when off property
-Must have experience in customer service and preferably hotel experience
-Must possess a positive and upbeat personality and maintain a courteous attitude with co-workers and guests
-Must wear hotel provided uniform and adhere to requirements on appropriate work attire
Job Types: Full-time
Pay: $15.00 per hour
Schedule:
- 8 Hour Shift
- Day shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Night Shift
- Weekends
Experience:
- front desk/OnQ: 1 year (Preferred)
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Work Location:
- One location
Communication method(s) used:
- Phone
- In person
Hours per week:
- 30-39
This Company Describes Its Culture as:
- Detail-oriented -- quality and precision-focused
- Team-oriented -- cooperative and collaborative
- People-oriented -- supportive and fairness-focused
Work Remotely:
- No
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.00 - $17.00 per hour
Expected hours: 36 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Holidays
- Night shift
Application Question(s):
- Our hotel is open 24 hours a day. 7 days a week. Do you have the flexibility to work any shift at any given time?
Experience:
- Hilton PEP Property Management System: 1 year (Required)
- hotel front office: 1 year (Required)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
- Night Shift (Required)
- Overnight Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Ridley Park, PA 19078 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $17