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    Front Desk Agent - Baltimore, United States - Pyramid Global Hospitality

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    About Us

    At Pyramid Global Hospitality, people come first. As a company that values its employees, Pyramid Global Hospitality is dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive work environment that fosters diversity, growth, development, and wellbeing. Our commitment to a People First culture is reflected in our approach to employee development, employee benefits and our dedication to building meaningful relationships. Pyramid Global Hospitality offers a range of employment benefits, including comprehensive health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off, as well as unique perks such as on-site wellness programs, local discounts, and employee rates on hotel stays. In addition, Pyramid Global Hospitality is committed to providing ongoing training and development opportunities to help our people build the skills and knowledge they need to advance their careers. Whether you are just starting out in the hospitality industry or are a seasoned professional, Pyramid Global Hospitality offers a supportive and collaborative work environment that encourages growth and fosters success, in over 230 properties worldwide. Join their team and experience the benefits of working for a company that values its employees and is committed to creating exceptional guest experiences. Check out this video for more information on our great company

    Location Description

    The 15-story, 194-room hotel with over 7,000 square feet of meeting space and retail complex known as the Marriott Residence Inn East Baltimore at the Johns Hopkins Medical Campus is the focal point of development across an 88-acre parcel that will make this area of the city a vibrant and rewarding place to work, live and experience life. The Johns Hopkins Medical Campus is a sprawling and well-respected collection of facilities that dominate Baltimore's northeastern landscape, where world-renowned doctors and researchers develop medicines and procedures on the leading frontiers of medicine-and work directly with patients. The knowledge and vitality that John Hopkins brings to the Greater Baltimore area contributes greatly to the quality of life here, and positons the Marriott Residence Inn East Baltimore as a "workplace of choice". Be a part of this special undertaking and consider advancing your hospitality career at a brand-new hotel designed and built with vision, class and a commitment to quality: the Marriott Residence Inn East Baltimore at the Johns Hopkins Medical Campus. Apply online with us today

    Overview

    Greets and registers guests, provides prompt and courteous service, and closes out guest accounts upon completion of stay to meet Pyramid Hotel Groups' high standards of quality.

    The Front Desk Agent will:
    • 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 with routine difficulty from a computer system, confirming pertinent information including number of guests and room rate. Promote Hotel's marketing programs. Make appropriate selection of rooms based on guest needs. Code electronic keys. Non-verbally confirm the room number and rate. Provide welcome folders containing room keys, certificates, coupons and refreshment center keys as appropriate. Requires continual standing and movement throughout front office area.
    • Verify and imprint credit cards for authorization using electronic acceptance methods. Handle cash, make change and balance an assigned house bank. Accept and record vouchers, travellers checks, and other forms of payment. Convert foreign currency at current posted rates. 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 time of check out and ascertain satisfaction. In the event of dissatisfaction, negotiate compromise, which may include authorizing revenue allowances.
    • Remain calm and alert, especially during emergency and/or heavy hotel activity, and resolve complications such as location changes or credit issues.
    • Field guest complaints, conducting through research to develop the most effective solutions and negotiate results. Listen and extend assistance in order to resolve problems such as price conflicts, insufficient heating or air conditioning, etc. Take ownership of guests challenges and follow through to ensure guest satisfaction. Remain calm and alert especially during emergency situations and heavy hotel activity. Plan and implement detailed steps by using experienced judgement and discretion.
    Other:

    Regular attendance in conformance with the standards, which may be established by Pyramid Hotel Groups from time to time, is essential to the successful performance of this position. Employees with irregular attendance will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.

    Due to the cyclical nature of the hospitality industry, employees may be required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the hotel.

    Upon employment, all employees are required to fully comply with Pyramid Hotel Groups rules and regulations for the safe and efficient operation of hotel facilities. Employees who violate Hotel rules and regulations will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.

    SUPPORTIVE FUNCTIONS:

    In addition to performance of the essential functions, this position may be required to perform a combination of the following supportive functions, with the percentage of time performing each function to be solely determined by the supervisor based upon the particular requirements of the hotel.
    • Summon bell-staff assistance to escort guests to their rooms as appropriate.
    • Provide safety deposit boxes for guest by pulling the box from the vault and carrying it to the customer. File access slips in room order.
    • Operate facsimile machine to send, receive, and log incoming transmissions. Notify guests of incoming faxes using the message function of the computer.
    • Use the photocopier to make copies of items as required.
    • File registration cards in room number order.
    • Retrieve registration cards from the files for each check out.
    • Other duties as assigned by the supervisor such as assisting PBX operators or reservations agents.
    SPECIFIC JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

    The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that he or she can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.
    • Basic mathematical skills and considerable skill in the use of a calculator to 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 resolve conflicts.
    • Ability to stand and move throughout front office and continuously perform essential job functions.
    • Ability to read, listen and communicate 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.
    • Experience with Fosse systems is a plus but not required.
    Qualifications

    Education:

    High school diploma preferred.

    Experience:

    No prior experience required. Prior hospitality experience preferred.

    Licenses or certificates:

    No special licenses required. Individuals are required to meet the minimum bonding standards.

    Grooming:

    All employees must maintain a neat, clean and well groomed appearance (specific standards available).

    Other:

    Applicants with additional language skills preferred.

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