What are the responsibilities and job description for the Front Desk Agent | Columbia Hampton Inn position at Shaner Hotels?
Shaner Hotels has an exciting opportunity for you to join the opening team at our newest Hampton Inn by Hilton, located in beautiful downtown Columbia, Pennsylvania!
Set within the historic Becker Pretzel Bakeries Potato Chip Factory, this unique 80-room hotel blends local history with modern hospitality. Located within walking distance of the scenic Susquehanna River and historic downtown Columbia, our hotel will offer guests a memorable experience in one of Lancaster County's most charming communities.
Future plans for this exciting property include a first-floor restaurant, a rooftop lounge featuring breathtaking views of the Susquehanna River, a fitness center, and pet-friendly accommodations. As a member of our opening team, you'll have the opportunity to help bring this new hotel to life and create exceptional experiences for our guests from day one.
We are looking for energetic, passionate, and service-driven individuals who want to begin or grow their hospitality career with Shaner Hotels, a proven industry leader recognized for excellence in hospitality.
If you're ready to be part of something new and exciting, we would love to meet you! Join the Hampton Inn Columbia team and start your journey with Shaner Hotels today.
Shaner Hotel Group
Shaner Hotels is one of the hospitality industry's leading award-winning hotel owner-operators and management companies. Our growing portfolio includes more than 70 full-service, select-service, extended-stay, and resort properties, representing over 8,000 guest rooms across 14 states and three countries.
We proudly partner with many of the world's most recognized hospitality brands, as well as distinctive independent hotels, delivering exceptional guest experiences and operational excellence across every property.
Beyond hotel management, Shaner Hotels provides a comprehensive range of hospitality services for investors, hotel owners, and brand partners, including hotel development, design and construction, revenue management, e-commerce, sales and marketing, human resources, accounting, and operational support.
Whether you're joining one of our hotels or our corporate team, you'll become part of an organization committed to innovation, professional growth, and delivering outstanding hospitality. At Shaner Hotels, we invest in our people and provide opportunities to build rewarding careers across every area of the hospitality industry.
- Be available to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays, and varied shifts.
- Handle guest complaints ensuring guest satisfaction.
- Process all check-ins and check-outs according to established hotel requirements.
- Adhere to payment, cash handling and credit policies/procedures.
- Generate, print, and distribute daily reports to designated departments/personnel.
- Resolve discrepancies on the room status report with Housekeeping.
- Other duties as assigned.
Responsibilities
Provide superior guest services including check-in/check-out hotel guests courteously and efficiently; process all payments according to established hotel requirements; Provide information and services to any guest or visitor in a friendly, professional manner.
Qualifications
- High school graduate or equivalent.
- Minimum one year customer service experience; previous hotel experience preferred.
- Ability to satisfactorily communicate with guests, management, and co-workers to their understanding.
- Computer experience preferred.
- Bilingual English/Spanish a plus.
- Knowledge of local activities and attractions appropriate for clientele.