Part -Time Front Desk Agent

Why us?

Sage Hospitality Group is in search of experienced Front Desk Agent to provide operational oversight for the The Asbury and The Asbury Ocean Club.

The Asbury Ocean Clubis effortless living at its best – a collection of residential homes, a Beach Club, a boutique hotel, and an unprecedented suite of amenities. A unique blend of intimacy and grandeur serves as the hallmark of your stay in any one of our 54 guest rooms. With magical views, soaring ceilings, and private balconies, the sunlight is amplified, and the outdoors is invited in. Gracefully understated design and handpicked furnishings create the sense of beach house straight out of a dream.

The Asburymashes up Asbury Park's Victorian-era history, rock-n-roll present, and shiny future into a new kind of social hub. Come experience our vibrant bars and hangouts like our renowned rooftop lounge Salvation, the outdoor movie theater Baronet and our lively lobby bar Soundbooth. There’s something for everyone at The Asbury, whether it’s hanging by the pool, enjoying live music in the lobby, soaking up a well being class on Baronet or simply relaxing in your room, this is the new Asbury Park.

Why Us? At Sage Hospitality Group, we look for innovative leaders, with an eye for disruption. Never looking for someone just looking for a job, we are looking for the power players, the people who want to rise to the top. Sage allows for opportunities for growth and personal fulfillment, paying attention to the parts that keep us human and happy. We want to attract and retain associates that are engaged in our culture, passionate about hospitality and excited to enrich lives, one experience at a time. Sage Hospitality Group was founded on a spirt of bold individuality. By going our own way, we have created some of the world’s best hotels, restaurants, and experiences. But the truth is, none of it would have happened without people like you. People who follow their own path, wo are hungry to learn and who love their community. People who do not sit around and wait, they just do. You belong here.

Job Overview

Responds in a professional and courteous manner to arriving, departing and in-house guests by providing accurate and timely information and services. Responds to telephone and in-person inquiries regarding reservations, hotel information and guest concerns.

Responsibilities

• Greets and completes established check-in procedures for arriving guests on a daily basis, using both manual and computerized methods, in order to ensure guest are satisfied and in rooms as requested.

• Facilitates guest departure (check-out) on a daily basis by following established manual and computer procedures in order to close guest accounts and open the room for the next sell.

• Regularly calculates and/or posts monies, receipts, guest accounts and other forms of credit using accurate, proper cash handling methods and established procedures in order to present the customer with timely and precise hotel charges upon check-out and maintain accurate hotel records.

• Courteously answers inquiries and accepts reservations, both in person and by telephone, by accurately communicating hotel rates and information and by using suggestive selling techniques to sell room nights, increase occupancy and revenue.

• Maintains good customer relations by keeping abreast of all in-house and area functions in order to answer questions and concerns with timely and knowledgeable responses, in person and on telephone.

• Operates the PBX equipment by accepting incoming calls, assisting outgoing calls, scheduling and setting wake-up calls and paging guests to provide guests with timely and efficient service.

• Controls cash transactions at the front desk and maintains complete responsibility for personal bank as specified by hotel bank agreement policy.

• Maintains a friendly, cheerful and courteous demeanor at all times.

Qualifications

Education/Formal Training

High School diploma or equivalent

Experience

None required

Knowledge/Skills

• Must have high school graduate level mathematical aptitude, know standard cash handling procedures and knowledge of computerized cash register systems.

• Must have past experience in dealing directly with the public and acquired general knowledge of basic customer service skills.

• Must be fluent in oral and written English.

• Must be able to use tact and understanding when dealing with a variety of customer service problems, including stressful and highly emotional situations.

• Must be highly organized and able to pay attention to minute written and verbal details, particularly when performing multiple tasks.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to read written communiques and monochrome computer screen.

• Must be able to operate computer, calculator and telephone keyboards, for cash handling and paperwork processing.

• Must be able to understand and follow verbal/written instructions, work on more than one task at a time, and be able to communicate both verbally and in writing.

• 90% of shift is standing, Bending/kneeling - repeated bending and kneeling required while filing.

• Mobility - must be able to reach all areas of hotel to assist clients.

• Occasional standing. Occasional carrying and lifting of files and office items up to 25 lbs.

Environment

Prolonged standing at indoor, thermostatically climate-controlled work station under florescent lighting. Work inside 95%

Benefits

• Eligible to participate in the Company’s 401(k) program with employer matching

• Great discounts on Hotels, Restaurants, and much, more.

• Eligible to participate in the Employee Referral Bonus Program. Up to $1,000 per referral.

Salary

USD $15.92 - USD $18.00 /Hr.

ID: 2026-30657

Position Type: Regular Part-Time

Property : The Asbury Hotel

Outlet: The Asbury

Category: Front Desk & Guest Services

Min: USD $15.92/Hr.

Max: USD $18.00/Hr.

Tipped Position: No

Address : 210 5th Ave

City : Asbury Park

State : New Jersey

EOE Protected Veterans/Disability