Front Desk Agent

Cherry Valley Hotel; Bennington (VT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Cherry Valley Hotel in Vermont seeks a Front Desk Agent to warmly welcome guests and support them throughout their stay. You will handle check-in/check-out, answer inquiries, and assist with luggage, directions, and guest needs in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes excellent English communication, accurate handling of transactions, and reliable use of front desk software. This on-site position requires standing for long periods and light physical effort.

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service skills and a welcoming demeanor.
• Strong verbal and written English communication abilities.
• Ability to handle cash/credit transactions accurately.
• Familiarity with front desk software and basic office tasks.

Responsibilities

• Make a First Impression – greet guests warmly in person or by phone to deliver a great hospitality experience.
• Make a Lasting Impression – assist guests during checkout, listen to feedback, and address concerns courteously.
• Enjoy Problem Solving – assist guests with luggage, directions, restaurant recommendations, or other needs.
• Be Accountable – handle messages, routing calls, and monetary transactions accurately and efficiently.
• Be a Safety & Security Agent – follow hotel safety policies and escalate issues as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Verbal communication

Written communication

Cash handling

Tools

Front desk software

Job description

As a Front Desk Agent, you will be the first and last point of contact for guests, playing a pivotal role in shaping their experience. Whether you're welcoming an excited family embarking on their vacation, assisting a business traveler seeking a smooth check-in, or helping a guest in need of personal assistance, your warm and genuine hospitality will set the tone for their stary. This position gives you the opportunity to shine as it is a fast-paced and interactive role! As Front Desk Agent, you will:

• Make a First Impression – the person in this role must have a genuine passion to deliver a great hospitality experience – whether in person or by phone. You must want to wow the guest with your welcoming personality.
• Make a Lasting Impression – while checking the guest out, inquire about their stay and let them know you really care so if they had a problem or complaint, they share it with you. Be courteous and willing to listen!
• Enjoy Problem Solving – many guests need help with miscellaneous things – their luggage, directions, finding a good restaurant, lost luggage, a cold shower. Listen and help as best you can. You should never be too busy to help.
• Be Accountable – you will be collecting money, routing calls, taking messages, and meeting many other guest needs. You need to be accurate and efficient in your processes.
• Be a Safety & Security Agent – follow your hotel’s established safety and security policies & procedures. Anticipate problems and call management as needed.

Job Requirements

This role requires good verbal and written English communication skills. You must be able to handle cash or credit transactions and have front office software proficiency. This job requires light work – exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently with a regular need to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. From time to time you may need to assist with luggage which may require you to exert force of up to 50 pounds of force. Long hours, many of which may be spent standing, required.

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