Front Desk Agent

JOB SUMMARY

Greets and registers guests, provides prompt and courteous service, and closes out guest accounts upon completion of stay, as well as ensuring the guest has an exceptional stay, to meet hotel’s high standards of quality.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Greet customers immediately with a friendly and sincere welcome. Use a positive and clear speaking voice, listen to understand requests, respond with appropriate action and provide accurate information such as outlet hours and local attractions.
• Complete the registration process by inputting and retrieving information from a computer system, confirming pertinent information including number of guests and room rate. Make appropriate selection of rooms based on guest needs. Code electronic keys, certificates, and coupons as appropriate. Requires continual standing and movement throughout front office areas.
• Verify and imprint credit cards for authorization using electronic acceptance methods. Handle cash; make change and balance as assigned house bank. Accept and record vouchers, travelers’ checks, and other forms of payment. Perform accurate, moderately complex arithmetic functions using a calculator. Post charges to guest rooms and house accounts using the computer.
• Promptly answer the telephone using positive and clear English communication. Input messages into the computer. Retrieve messages and communicate the content to the guest. Retrieve mail, small packages and facsimiles for customers as requested.
• Close guest accounts at the time of check out and ensure guest’s satisfaction. In the event of dissatisfaction, research and attempt to resolve problem within established guidelines, may include turning problem over to a supervisor.
• Field guest complaints, conducting thorough research to develop the most effective solutions and resolve complications such as location changes or credit issues. Listen and extend assistance in order to resolve problems such as price conflicts, insufficient heating and air conditioning, etc. Remain calm and alert especially during emergency situations and heavy hotel activity. Plan and implement detailed steps by using experienced judgment and discretion. Keeps the corridors and service area neat at all times.

QUALIFICATIONS

• KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
• The Hotel may consider equivalent combination of acceptable education and experience providing the knowledge, skills and abilities cited below, when applicable
• - Any combination of education and experience equivalent and graduation from high school or any other combination of education, training or experience that provides the required knowledge skills and abilities. High school diploma preferred.
• - Prior hospitality experience preferred, but not required.
• - Considerable skill in the use of a calculator and prepare moderately complex mathematical calculations without error.
• - Ability to effectively deal with internal and external customers, some of whom will require high levels of patience, tact and diplomacy to defuse anger, collect accurate information and help resolve conflicts.
• - Ability to read, listens, and communicates effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• - Ability to access and accurately input information using a moderately complex computer system.
• - Hearing and visual ability to observe and detect signs of emergency situations.

BENEFITS

• 401(k)
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Room Discounts
• Employee Food and Beverage Discounts

EEO

Driftwood Hospitality Management is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

ABOUT THE HOTEL

Sheraton Pittsburgh Hotel at Station Square
Hotel with 399 Rooms
Comfort awaits in our downtown Pittsburgh hotel rooms

From the moment you walk into the newly renovated Sheraton Pittsburgh Hotel at Station Square, you'll be pleasantly surprised by a perfect blend of comfort and style to elevate your stay. Be inspired in one of our waterfront Pittsburgh hotel suites or settle in for a delicious meal with friends at our unique dining space, The Factory South Shore, a top restaurant in Station Square Pittsburgh, which is the city's premier entertainment destination. We invite you to experience it with a short walk, there is also an ample on-site parking available. Take advantage of our 23 downtown Pittsburgh event venues to strategize with co-workers and connect with clients or set up at one of our workstations right out of your hotel suite. Celebrate your downtown Pittsburgh wedding ceremony, reception, or banquet to the fullest in our largest venue: the Grand Station Ballroom. Whether visiting for business or pleasure, Sheraton Pittsburgh Hotel at Station Square will meet your needs the second you step through the door.