What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hotel Front Desk position at Sunsational Beach Rentals LLC?
Welcome to Pelican Pointe, a boutique beach hotel and condo property located in Clearwater Beach. Sunsational Beach Rentals, the on-site management, is seeking a friendly, dependable front desk agent to join their team.
As a front desk agent, you will be the first point of contact for our guests and owners, providing exceptional customer service while managing reservations, answering inquiries, and ensuring a smooth check-in and check out experience. If you enjoy working with people, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and have a passion for hospitality, we'd love to hear from you!
Responsibilities
- Greet and check in and/or checkout guests in a friendly and professional manner; providing excellent customer service.
- Manage guest reservations, including online and phone reservations, ensuring accuracy and timely updates in the system.
- Handle guest inquiries and provide accurate information about the hotel's facilities, services, and local attractions.
- Inform customers about payment methods and verify their credit card data.
- Provide information about our hotel, available rooms, rates and amenities.
- Respond promptly to guest complaints or issues to ensure guest satisfaction.
- Maintain a neat and organized front desk area and lobby, ensuring that all necessary supplies are readily available.
- Coordinate with housekeeping and maintenance to ensure guest rooms are clean, ready for arrival, and guest requests are completed promptly.
- Confirm group reservations and arrange personalized services for VIP customers and event attendees, like wedding guests or room owners.
- Upsell additional facilities and services, when appropriate.
- Maintain updated records of bookings and payments.
- Answer phones and respond to emails.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Skills
- Proven experience in a customer service role, preferably in a hotel or hospitality environment.
- Proficient computer skills and familiarity with hotel management software.
- Familiarity with OTA booking platforms such as Booking.com and Expedia.
- Customer service attitude.
- Attention to detail and the ability to multitask effectively.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to remain calm and professional when handling guest concerns.
Requirements
- Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Part-time position. Three shifts per week 3:00 PM -11:00 PM.
- Training will be conducted on a combination of 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM and 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM shifts.
- Must be at least 21 years of age.
- Reliable transportation.
- Previous front desk experience preferred.
- Stable work history with verifiable references.
- Dependable, punctual, and team-oriented with a positive attitude.
Pay: $15.00 - $16.00 per hour
Experience:
- front desk/reception: 1 year (Required)
Shift availability:
- Night Shift (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Clearwater Beach, FL 33767 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $16