What are the responsibilities and job description for the Overnight Front Desk Agent position at Elevation Convening Center & Hotel?
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Ithaka Hospitality Partners is seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Overnight Front Office Agent to join our team at Elevation Convening Center & Hotel, a purpose-driven destination overlooking downtown Montgomery, AL. This role is essential to ensuring smooth overnight operations and accurate financial reporting.
Job Summary:
The Overnight Front Office Agent is responsible for completing the night audit process, reconciling daily financial transactions, and accurately posting all charges for the day. This role also provides courteous overnight guest service, supports front desk operations, and ensures all reports are completed in accordance with hotel policies and procedures.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Responsible for the accurate, courteous, and efficient check-in/check-out of hotel guests.
- Process all payments according to established hotel requirements.
- Provide information to any guest or visitor's inquiry.
- Responsible for imputing accurate reservations, answering all calls at the front desk, and alerting hotel staff of VIP arrivals.
- Meet with departing Guest Services Agents to review business status and follow-up items.
- Set up workstations with necessary supplies; maintain cleanliness throughout the shift.
- Change all housekeeping discrepancies to the correct status.
- Promote positive guest relations to all individuals approaching the Guest Services Areas.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Skills & Abilities:
- Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Maintain confidentiality of all guest information and pertinent hotel data.
- Ability to work well under pressure within any given period of time, which includes coordinating many requests at any given time.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to analyze and resolve problems by exercising good judgment.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
Education & Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent is required.
- Previous experience in the hospitality industry is preferred.
- 2 years of experience in customer service and/or hotel experience is preferred.
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods of walking, standing, and sitting.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by law or regulation. It is our intention that all qualified applicants are given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.