Front Office Agent

Responsibilities

• Maintain complete knowledge of hotel operations, scheduled daily activities, and room products.
• Maintain complete knowledge of and comply with all departmental policies/service procedures/standards.
• Answer telephone calls within 3 rings, using correct salutations and telephone etiquette.
• Ascertain callers' needs through open-ended questions.
• Describe room accommodations and all amenities.
• Obtain all designated information to book a reservation.
• Accommodate special requests and designate such in the system following hotel SOP’s.
• Access guest history records to best service guests; maintain accurate information in guest history files.
• The ability to exercise personal discipline and extra diligence to assure that projects are completed on a timely basis.
• Resolve guest complaints, ensuring guest satisfaction.
• Obtain assigned bank and ensure accuracy of contracted monies. Always keep the bank secure.
• Communicate pertinent guest information to designated departments/personnel (i.e. special requests, amenity delivery).
• Present folio to guest and resolve any disputed charges.
• Assist all departments/executives in obtaining appropriate information regarding groups, inventory, and guest information.
• Perform additional duties, as assigned.
• Strong organizational, prioritization skills and ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Possess an eye for the smallest detail and maintain a keen sense of urgency.
• Able to think clearly, remain calm, and resolve problems using good judgment.

Qualifications

• Education: High school or equivalent preferred.
• Experience: 1 to 2 years in a similar position experience preferred.