Front Desk Hospitality Associate

Job Title: Front Desk Hospitality Associate

Department: Front Office / Guest Services
Reports To: Guest Service Manager / Hotel Manager

Pay Rate: $20.00 / HR

Full-Time:

Job Summary

The Front Desk Hospitality Associate is responsible for delivering exceptional hospitality and ensuring a seamless guest experience from arrival through departure. This role serves as a primary point of contact for guests, assisting with check-in and check-out procedures, responding to guest inquiries, coordinating requests with other departments, and ensuring the highest level of personalized service.

Key Responsibilities

Guest Experience

• Welcome and greet guests warmly upon arrival and provide a professional first impression of the property.
• Assist guests with check-in and check-out procedures.
• Provide information about hotel amenities, dining, activities, and local attractions in the Hudson Valley.
• Anticipate guest needs and provide personalized service throughout their stay.

Front Desk Operations

• Answer incoming phone calls and respond to guest inquiries in a professional and timely manner.
• Manage reservations, room assignments, and guest information using the property management system.
• Process payments, billing inquiries, and daily financial transactions.
• Maintain accurate records of guest reservations and payments.

Communication & Coordination

• Communicate with housekeeping, maintenance, food and beverage, and management to fulfill guest requests.
• Coordinate special guest services such as transportation, dining reservations, spa appointments, or local recommendations.
• Ensure accurate communication during shift changes through logs or reports.

Problem Resolution

• Address guest concerns and complaints promptly and professionally.
• Escalate complex issues to the Front Office Manager or Manager on Duty when necessary.
• Follow service recovery procedures to maintain guest satisfaction.

Property Presentation

• Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming front desk and lobby environment.
• Ensure guest service areas reflect the standards of a luxury hospitality property.

Qualifications & Skills

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Hospitality or tourism education preferred.

Experience

• 1–2 years of experience in hospitality, customer service, or guest-facing roles preferred.
• Previous hotel front desk experience is a plus.

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong problem-solving abilities
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced hospitality environment
• Basic computer and reservation system knowledge
• Professional appearance and demeanor

Work Conditions

• Ability to work flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and occasionally lift light items (10–20 lbs).

Key Competencies

• Customer-focused mindset
• Attention to detail
• Professional appearance and demeanor
• Conflict resolution
• Time management