Front Desk Agent - Washington, United States - The Darcy
Description
Often the first and last contact for our guests, the front desk agent is a critical link to guest satisfaction.
Responsibilities include welcoming guests, processing registration and check-out, anticipating guest needs and meeting or exceeding those needs, responding to and resolving guest inquires and complaints, and coordinating with other departments to ensure guests feel well-cared for and valued.
This person should be very comfortable interacting with guests and potential clients in a highly professional manner.Job Responsibilities
Guest Communication
- Maintain a personal demeanor that is friendly, cheerful and courteous at all times.
- Greet guests by name.
- Ensure that all guests feel welcomed to the property.
- Register guests and assign rooms.
- Conduct checkout processes.
- Ensure guest satisfaction by responding to guest inquiries with accurate information and a positive attitude.
- Answer inquiries pertaining to hotel services, registration of guests, shopping, dining, entertainment, and travel directions.
- Respond to phone calls, and retrieve guest mail, faxes and packages.
- Promote hotel amenities and services to guests using personal knowledge and effective selling techniques.
- Welcome and effectively resolve guest questions, issues and complaints with supervisor assistance as needed.
- Provide constant and consistent communication with other departments and supervisors/managers in order to ensure guest satisfaction.
- Attend team briefings.
- Handle cash, credit card, currency conversions and other financial transactions.
- Post charges such as room, food, liquor or telephone to ledger.
- Compute or adjust bill, collect payment, and make change for guests.
Requirements:
Education
- High school diploma or GED
- At least 18 years of age
- Basic computer skills
- Must be able to read, communicate effectively and have superb interpersonal skills
- Must be able to work well under pressure while retaining tact and composure when resolving guest complaintsSkills and Experience (preferred)
- Work experience in the hospitality or restaurant industry
- Communication in other languages is helpful
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