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Front Desk Agent

Commonwealth Hotels · Manhattan, KS · 4 wk ago
ManagementPart-time

About the role

The DoubleTree by Hilton Manhattan, Kansas is seeking a Full-Time Hotel Guest Service Agent, Hotel Front Desk Clerk, or Hotel Front Office Agent.

Why This Role?

Working as a Full-Time Guest Service Agent, Hotel Front Desk Agent, or Hotel Front Desk Clerk at the DoubleTree by Hilton Manhattan, Kansas offers a rewarding opportunity to be part of a dynamic hospitality team. The Part-Time Hotel Guest Service Agent, Hotel Front Desk Agent, or Hotel Front Desk Clerk allows you to be at the forefront of delivering exceptional service, ensuring guests have a seamless and enjoyable experience from check-in to check-out.

Key Responsibilities

  • Guest Check-In and Check-Out: Assisting guests with the check-in and check-out process efficiently to ensure a smooth, welcoming experience.
  • Reservations Management: Handling room reservations, cancellations, and modifications accurately while maintaining up-to-date records.
  • Customer Service: Responding promptly and professionally to guest inquiries, complaints, and special requests, aiming to exceed guest expectations.
  • Payment Processing: Handling payment transactions, including room charges, deposits, and refunds, while ensuring accuracy and compliance with hotel policies.
  • Communication Hub: Coordinating with other hotel departments, such as housekeeping and maintenance, to address guest needs and resolve issues promptly.
  • Providing Information: Offering details on hotel services, amenities, local attractions, and transportation options to help guests plan.
  • Problem-Solving: Resolving guest concerns or complaints effectively, escalating issues when necessary to maintain satisfaction.
  • Maintaining Records: Keeping accurate and organized records of guest stays, payments, and interactions in the hotel’s property management system (PMS).
  • Promoting Hotel Services: Upselling rooms and promoting hotel amenities, such as dining options or event spaces, to enhance the guest experience.
  • Ensuring Security: Following safety and security protocols to safeguard guests, staff, and property, including verifying guest identification and monitoring for suspicious activity.

What’s In It for You?

  • Time Off: Vacation, Personal Days, and Holiday Pay
  • Exclusive Discounts: Hotel, food, and beverage savings for personal travel
  • Professional Growth: Online training courses
  • Additional Support: Employee Assistance Program, jury duty leave, bereavement leave, and more

Qualifications

  • Previous experience in customer-facing roles, such as in hospitality, retail, or food service, is preferred.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and a focus on delivering exceptional service are essential.
  • Familiarity with using computers and software systems, especially reservation or property management systems (PMS)
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills are necessary for interacting with guests and team members professionally and clearly.
  • Experience handling guest complaints or resolving conflicts calmly and effectively is an asset.
  • Previous roles that required managing multiple tasks, such as answering phones, handling reservations, and assisting guests simultaneously, prepare candidates for the job's demands.
  • Hospitality or Front Desk Experience (Preferred)
  • A high school diploma or equivalent

What We are Looking for in a Full-Time Hotel Guest Service Agent, Hotel Front Desk Clerk, or Hotel Front Office Agent

  • Previous experience in customer-facing roles, such as in hospitality, retail, or food service, is preferred.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and a focus on delivering exceptional service are essential.
  • Familiarity with using computers and software systems, especially reservation or property management systems (PMS)
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills are necessary for interacting with guests and team members professionally and clearly.
  • Experience handling guest complaints or resolving conflicts calmly and effectively is an asset.
  • Previous roles that required managing multiple tasks, such as answering phones, handling reservations, and assisting guests simultaneously, prepare candidates for the job's demands.
  • Hospitality or Front Desk Experience (Preferred)
  • A high school diploma or equivalent

Why Commonwealth Hotels?

Founded in 1986, Commonwealth Hotels is a leading hospitality management company known for our exceptional guest and associate satisfaction, market premiums, and superior ROI. We believe in fostering a world-class culture where great people deliver extraordinary results.

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