Description

Job Title: Front Desk Agent Representative

Job Type: Full-time

Location: [Insert location]

We are seeking a highly motivated and customer-oriented Front Desk Agent Representative to join our team. As a Front Desk Agent Representative, you will be the first point of contact for our guests and clients. You will be responsible for providing exceptional customer service and ensuring that our guests have a positive experience.

Responsibilities:

- Greet guests and clients in a friendly and professional manner

- Check guests in and out of the hotel

- Answer phone calls and respond to emails in a timely manner

- Provide information about hotel amenities, services, and local attractions

- Handle guest complaints and resolve issues in a timely and professional manner

- Maintain a clean and organized front desk area

- Assist with administrative tasks as needed

Requirements:

- High school diploma or equivalent

- Previous experience in customer service or hospitality preferred

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

- Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment

- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

- Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer programs

- Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply. If you are a team player with a positive attitude and a passion for customer service, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Requirements

Education & Experience:

• Experience in a hotel or a related field preferred. 
• High School diploma or equivalent required. 
• Computer experience required. 
• Customer Services experience preferred. 

Physical requirements: 

• Flexible and long hours sometimes required. 
• Light work - Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. 
• Ability to stand during entire shift. General Requirements
• Maintain a warm and friendly demeanor at all times. 
• Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and written, with all level of employees and guests in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service oriented manner. 
• Must be effective at listening to, understanding, and clarifying concerns raised by employees and guests. 
• Must be able to multitask and prioritize departmental functions to meet deadlines.
•  Approach all encounters with guests and employees in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service-oriented manner. 
• Attend all hotel required meetings and trainings. 
• Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Presidian Standards, as required by scheduling, which will vary according to the needs of the hotel. Guest Service Agent, 
• Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which includes wearing the proper uniform and nametag.
• Comply with Presidian Standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations. 
• Maximize efforts towards productivity, identify problem areas and assist in implementing solutions. 
•  Must be effective in handling problems, including anticipating, preventing, identifying and solving problems as necessary. 
• Must be able to understand and apply complex information, data, etc. from various sources to meet appropriate objectives. 
• Must be able to cross-train in other hotel related areas. 
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality of information. 
•  Must be able to show initiative, including anticipating guest or operational needs. 
• Perform other duties as requested by management. 

DUTIES & FUNCTIONS Fundamental Requirements

•  Greet and welcome all guests and staff approaching the Front Desk in accordance with Presidian standards. 
•  Maintain proper operation of the PBX console and ensure that all hotel standards are met (if applicable). 
•  Answer guest inquires about hotel services, facilities and hours of operation in a timely manner. 
• Ensure logging and delivery of packages, mail and messages to guests and meeting rooms. 
•  Review Front Office log and Trace File daily. 
• Answer inquires from guests regarding restaurants, transportation, entertainment, etc. 
• Follow all cash handling and credit policies. 
• Be aware of all rates, packages and special promotions.
• Be familiar with all in-house groups. • Be aware of closed out and restricted dates. 
• Obtain all necessary information when taking room reservations and follow the rate-quoting scenario. 
• Be familiar with hospitality terminology. 
• Have knowledge of emergency procedures and assist as needed. 
•  Handle check-ins and checkouts in a friendly, efficient and courteous manner. 
• Use proper two-way radio etiquette at all times when communicating with other employees. 
•  Fully comprehend and be able to operate all relevant aspects of the Front Desk computer system. 
• Be able to perform and complete all tasks and duties on the shift checklist in a timely and efficient manner. 
• Be able to complete a bucket check, room rate verification report, and housekeeping report. 
•  Balance and prepare individual paperwork for closing of shift according to hotel standards. 
•  Maintain and market promotions and guest programs. 
• Maintain a clean work area.