Front Desk Agent

TPG Hotels & Resorts; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental & Vision

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

FSAs

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Hotel Discounts

Job summary

TPG Hotels & Resorts is seeking a Front Desk Agent to welcome guests, manage reservations and answer inquiries with a high level of service. You will handle check-ins/outs, process payments and coordinate with housekeeping and management to ensure a smooth guest experience.

The role requires strong communication, basic accounting skills, and the ability to multitask in a busy hotel environment. This is a full-time on-site position with competitive hotel discounts.

Qualifications

• Must have high school education or equivalent.
• Strong guest service orientation and communication skills.
• Proficiency with basic office equipment (computer, calculator, phone).
• Able to remain calm and professional under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests and assist with check-in, verify reservations and provide facility information.
• Handle check-out, process payments and issue receipts.
• Answer phone and email inquiries and direct to appropriate departments.

Skills

Guest service

Communication

Time management

Calm under pressure

Attention to detail

Education

High school education or equivalent

Tools

Computer

Calculator

Phone

Job description

The Front Desk Agent is the first point of contact for guests and clients entering the establishment. They are responsible for providing excellent customer service, managing administrative tasks, and ensuring a smooth and welcoming experience for all visitors.

What You'll be doing

• Greeting and Check-In: Welcome guests, clients, or customers in a friendly and professional manner. Assist with the check-in process, verify reservations, and provide necessary information about the facility's services, amenities, and policies.
• Check-Out and Payment Processing: Handle check-out procedures, process payments, and issue invoices or receipts as needed. Ensure accuracy in billing and resolve any payment-related queries.
• Phone and Email Communication: Answer incoming phone calls, direct calls to the appropriate department or person, and provide information or assistance as required. Respond to emails and inquiries promptly and professionally.
• Reservation Management: Manage room or service reservations, cancellations, and modifications. Ensure accurate data entry and maintain an up-to-date reservation system.
• Guest Services: Assist guests with requests such as room changes, additional amenities, directions, and local recommendations. Address and resolve guest complaints or concerns in a timely and courteous manner.
• Administrative Tasks: Perform various administrative duties, including managing mail and packages, maintaining the visitor log, organizing files, and ensuring the front desk area is organized and presentable.
• Security and Access Control: Monitor access to the premises, issue visitor badges or passes, and ensure security protocols are followed. Collaborate with security personnel when necessary.
• Cash Handling: Handle cash transactions accurately and securely. Maintain an organized cash drawer and reconcile transactions at the end of each shift.
• Multi-Tasking: Manage multiple tasks simultaneously, including attending to guests, answering phone calls, handling inquiries, and completing administrative tasks.
• Collaboration: Work closely with other departments such as housekeeping, maintenance, and management to ensure smooth operations and guest satisfaction.
• Emergency Response: Follow established procedures for emergency situations, such as fire alarms or medical emergencies. Provide assistance to guests and staff as needed.

Skills and Abilities:

High school education or equivalent experience. Strong guest service orientation, basic accounting skills, and familiarity with hospitality industry practices preferred. Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure. Proficiency in operating a computer, calculator, phone and other office equipment. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with good organizational and efficient time management skills.

Working Conditions & Physical Effort:

Physical work is a primary part of many of our hotel and resort jobs. Physical requirements include extended standing and walking, climbing, bending, reaching, pulling, pushing, kneeling, and lifting to 50 lbs. Some work is performed in an interior hotel environment with equipment and machines.

Benefits for Full Time employees may include:

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurances
• Disability Insurances
• Supplemental Life Insurances
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
• Paid Time Off, Vacation and Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• AMAZING HOTEL DISCOUNTS to any property in the TPG portfolio and MUCH MORE!

*Benefits vary by location*

Rate: $16 per hour

EEO/VET/DISABLED

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