What are the responsibilities and job description for the The Tennessean - Front Desk Agent position at Aimbridge Hospitality?
Join Our Team as a Front Desk Agent!
The Front Desk Agent is the ultimate guest experience guru—mastering the art of warm welcomes, smooth check-ins, and friendly farewells. You’re the face of the hotel, making every interaction feel effortless and inviting. Behind the scenes, you keep the front desk humming with precision, juggling reservations, requests, and surprises like a hospitality ninja. If you love turning first impressions into lasting memories, this is your moment to shine.
Key Skills/Responsibilities
After an initial waiting period, those hired into full time positions are eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes the following:
Perfectly situated alongside downtown Knoxville’s largest public greenspace at World’s Fair Park, THE TENNESSEAN Personal Luxury Hotel & Residences offers the city’s guests and residents a stylish, contemporary atmosphere with dramatic mountain and park views. Each of THE TENNESSEAN’s 82 rooms are elegantly appointed in contemporary style. Guests also may relax in the sophisticated lobby, enjoy fine spirits in The Drawing Room or recharge in the state-of-the-art fitness center. All of the suites at THE TENNESSEAN Hotel are complete with fine touches meant to dazzle all five senses. The smell of freshly made coffee courtesy of the in-room Illy coffee makers will start your mornings with an invigorating kick. Thanks to the Cuby radio, you can begin your morning listening to the local radio stations or by streaming your favorite music through the Bluetooth technology compatible with all smart phones. Once your glance out over the Smoky Mountains or the World's Fair Park, you'll soon see what sets THE TENNESSEAN Hotel apart from any other hotel in Knoxville. Each plush suite contains its own private powder room, with the finest local soaps and capital wash room amenities. The feel of the high quality luxury linens will invite you to relax in the comfort of the pillow-top mattresses. And without ever leaving the satisfying warmth of your bed, call our In Room Dining team to indulge in breakfast in bed, redefining what personal luxury means.
The Front Desk Agent is the ultimate guest experience guru—mastering the art of warm welcomes, smooth check-ins, and friendly farewells. You’re the face of the hotel, making every interaction feel effortless and inviting. Behind the scenes, you keep the front desk humming with precision, juggling reservations, requests, and surprises like a hospitality ninja. If you love turning first impressions into lasting memories, this is your moment to shine.
Key Skills/Responsibilities
- Guest Service Superstar: You bring the warm vibes and top-tier service that make guests feel right at home. Whether it’s a quick question or a big request, you’re all about making their stay unforgettable.
- Communication Champ: You know how to get the message across—clearly, confidently, and with a smile. Whether it’s chatting with guests or coordinating with the team, you keep things flowing smoothly.
- Quick-Thinking Problem Solver: When challenges pop up, you’re already on it. You think fast, act smart, and turn potential hiccups into happy endings.
- Multitasking Marvel: Juggling reservations, check-ins, check-outs, and financial details? No problem. You keep it all organized and running like clockwork.
- High school diploma or equivalent; experience in a hotel or related field preferred.
- Familiarity with hotel management software and Microsoft Office suite.
After an initial waiting period, those hired into full time positions are eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes the following:
- Now offering Daily Pay! Ask your Recruiter for more details
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Income
- Term Life and AD&D Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401k Retirement Plan
Perfectly situated alongside downtown Knoxville’s largest public greenspace at World’s Fair Park, THE TENNESSEAN Personal Luxury Hotel & Residences offers the city’s guests and residents a stylish, contemporary atmosphere with dramatic mountain and park views. Each of THE TENNESSEAN’s 82 rooms are elegantly appointed in contemporary style. Guests also may relax in the sophisticated lobby, enjoy fine spirits in The Drawing Room or recharge in the state-of-the-art fitness center. All of the suites at THE TENNESSEAN Hotel are complete with fine touches meant to dazzle all five senses. The smell of freshly made coffee courtesy of the in-room Illy coffee makers will start your mornings with an invigorating kick. Thanks to the Cuby radio, you can begin your morning listening to the local radio stations or by streaming your favorite music through the Bluetooth technology compatible with all smart phones. Once your glance out over the Smoky Mountains or the World's Fair Park, you'll soon see what sets THE TENNESSEAN Hotel apart from any other hotel in Knoxville. Each plush suite contains its own private powder room, with the finest local soaps and capital wash room amenities. The feel of the high quality luxury linens will invite you to relax in the comfort of the pillow-top mattresses. And without ever leaving the satisfying warmth of your bed, call our In Room Dining team to indulge in breakfast in bed, redefining what personal luxury means.