What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hotel Front Desk Agent position at Renaissance Newark Airport Hotel?
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Front Desk Agent and are actively looking to meet the best and brightest talent that the hospitality industry has to offer. We would welcome the opportunity to speak to you regarding this position as well as to answer any questions you might have regarding the company.
Responsibilities:
- Greet guests and complete the check-in process
- Input and retrieve information from the computer and PMS system
- Confirm guest information, room rate, selection of room, code electronic keys
- Provide information to guests about hotel amenities & local area
- Assist guests with check-out
- Ensure rooms and services are correctly accounted and charged
- Handling money, processing credit and debit cards, accepting various forms of payment, and processing gift certificates
- Demonstrate knowledge of hotel information including room categories, room rates, packages, promotions, the local area, and other general product knowledge
- Use up-selling techniques and promote marketing programs to maximize room occupancy and profit
- Answer and manage phone calls in a timely manner, managing multiple tasks at once
- Respond to guest inquiries and requests and resolve issues in a timely, friendly, and efficient manner
- Field guest complaints, conduct research, and resolve and negotiate solutions for guest satisfaction
- Receive, retrieve, and relay messages and packages to guests
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements:
- Front desk experience preferred, but will train the right fit
- Experience with the brand a strong plus
- Highly motivated and self-directed
- Exceptional customer service skills required
- Must possess strong computer skills
- Ability to move, and occasionally lift up to 20 pounds and stand for extended periods of time
- Excellent English communication skills both written and verbal
- A can-do attitude and a hands-on approach
- A flexible schedule that allows availability days, nights, holidays, and weekends based on the demands of the hotel
What We Offer
- We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance to our full-time team members
- 401(k) Retirement plan – MCR will match a percentage of what you invest into your retirement
- Paid vacation and sick time
- Incentive-based bonuses
- Throughout your career with MCR we will ensure your success by providing training and career growth opportunities
Our Company
It all began in 2006 with three Value Place hotels. Since then, through a series of development projects and acquisitions, we have grown to become the fourth largest hotel owner-operator in the United States. Our company, which has offices in New York City, Dallas, Chicago, and Richmond, Virginia has a $3.0 billion portfolio of 99 independent and premium-branded hotels containing more than 13,000 guestrooms across 30 states and 75 cities, including two experiential hotels in New York City. We have 3,600 team members across the country and operate hotels under 19 brands, including Marriott and Hilton.
We are a recipient of the Marriott Partnership Circle Award, the highest honor Marriott presents to its owner and franchise partners, and the Hilton Legacy Award for Top Performer. For the TWA Hotel, we won the Development of the Year (Full Service) Award at The Americas Lodging Investment Summit (ALIS) and the ULI New York Excellence in Hotel Development Award. MCR was also named one of Fast Company‘s Most Innovative Travel Companies of 2020.
The Company and its corporate affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. The Company and its affiliates do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), religion, national origin, sexual orientation, transgender status, age, family or marital status, genetic information, military or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status, activity, or characteristic.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Night shift
- Weekend availability
Work Location: One location