What are the responsibilities and job description for the Front Desk Agent position at Gulph Creek Hotels?
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Guest Service
- Maintains guest service as the driving philosophy of the operation
- Personally demonstrates a commitment to guest service in responding promptly to guests’ needs
- Committed to making every guest is satisfied
- Meets or exceeds guest satisfaction measures
- Ensures hotel standards and services contribute to the delivery of consistent guest service
- Implements and practices guest service initiatives and performs to Gulph Creek Hotel Standards
Front Desk Operations
- Greet all guests (internal and external)
- Process guest reservations, registration (check-in) and departures (check-outs)
- Offer guest assistance at every opportunity
- Respond to all guest requests efficiently
- Ensure guest satisfaction by following through on requests and other needs
- Provide information to guests about hotel policies, services and amenities
- Provide information, directions and other assistance as necessary about the local area
- Maintain accurate guest information in the hotel property management system including, but not limited to: basic guest information, billing/payment, guest charges, etc.
- Handles collection efforts of all in-house balances and notifies management of potential liabilities
- Balances all cash, check, credit card and ledger accounts through verification, shift reports and performs audit functions if assigned
- Maintain daily logs and checklists
- Effectively communicate all pertinent information to other employees within the department
- Effectively communicate all pertinent information to other departments (Housekeeping, Security, Maintenance, etc) regarding room status/availability, guest requests, etc.
- Assist in all areas of the operation including PBX/Switchboard, bellman or concierge services, reservations and other areas as necessary
- Comply with all standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations
- Maintain regular attendance in compliance with company policy
- Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming in accordance with company policy
- Approach all encounters with guests and employees in a friendly, service-oriented manner
- Maintain and organize work area regularly
- Other duties as required
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
High School diploma or equivalent, plus relative experience in customer service