Front Desk Agent

About the role

Recognized for more than a century as the iconic address for Dallas hospitality, The Adolphus offers timeless culture, vibrant and storied surroundings, imaginative and collaborative food and drink, and immersive experiences. In its reimagining, the 407 room downtown hotel recalls a grand European home. We believe exceptional hospitality begins with meaningful human connection.

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests with a warm, engaging, and professional demeanor during check-in and check-out experiences
• Provide personalized service while efficiently handling guest arrivals, departures, room assignments, and billing procedures
• Answer guest questions regarding hotel amenities, services, dining options, local attractions, and transportation
• Anticipate guest needs and proactively resolve concerns to ensure a seamless and memorable stay
• Maintain an active and visible presence in the lobby, offering assistance and hospitality whenever needed
• Accurately process payments, cash handling, room charges, and adjustments in accordance with hotel procedures
• Cook up with Housekeeping, Engineering, Valet, and other departments to ensure guest requests are fulfilled promptly
• Maintain confidentiality and security of guest information
• Handle guest requests, special accommodations, and service recovery situations with professionalism and urgency
• Ensure the front desk, lobby, and guest-facing areas remain organized, clean, and welcoming

Qualifications

• Previous hotel front desk, hospitality, or guest service experience preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with an approachable and polished presence
• Passion for delivering elevated guest experiences and personalized hospitality
• Ability to multitask and remain composed in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Comfortable using hotel property management systems, Microsoft Office, and related technology platforms
• Flexible schedule availability including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to problem-solve independently and exercise sound judgment
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry items weighing up to 25 pounds
• Ability to bend, reach, and move throughout guest-facing areas as needed
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining professionalism and poise

Benefits

As part of Makeready, we offer a benefits experience designed with intention—supporting the full life of our team, not just their time at work. Eligible team members have access to flexible PTO and PTO exchange, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, parental leave, pet insurance, company-matched dependent care and 401(k), student loan repayment support, and a thoughtful range of additional benefits.

Schedule

We believe our best work happens when our people feel supported, seen, and set up to thrive—at work and beyond. Our Guiding Principles are the foundation of how we show up for one another and for our guests. They’re not rules to follow—they’re second nature to us, shaping how we think, act, and build together every day.