Front Desk Agent

Davidson Hospitality Group; Birmingham (AL); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hotel Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

401K Match

Dental & Vision Coverage

Job summary

Hotel Wildemont, Autograph Collection, part of Davidson Hospitality Group, is seeking a Front Desk Agent in Birmingham, AL. You will welcome guests, handle check-ins/outs, assist with local information, and coordinate with other departments to ensure a seamless stay.

Ideal candidates have hospitality experience, strong communication skills, and are comfortable with cash handling and PMS systems. Flexible schedule including evenings and weekends is required.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a customer service role, preferably in a hotel or hospitality environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Previous cash handling experience required.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Proficiency in computer systems and knowledge of hotel property management software
• Outstanding organizational and multitasking skills.
• Availability to work flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• High School diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service, creating a positive first impression for guests.
• Efficiently handle guest check-ins and check-outs, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
• Respond promptly to guest inquiries and resolve any issues or complaints with professionalism and empathy.
• Assist guests with recommendations and information about local attractions, dining options, and hotel amenities.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless guest experiences.
• Maintain a clean and organized front desk area.
• Handle cash and credit card transactions accurately.
• Demonstrate a strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to guest satisfaction.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Cash handling

PMS software

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Flexibility

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hotel PMS software

Job description

Property Description

Nestled in the upscale Mountain Brook community just outside Birmingham, Alabama, Hotel Wildemont, Autograph Collection blends artistic expression with elevated Southern hospitality to create an award-worthy luxury boutique experience.

This distinctive AAA Four Diamond property blends curated art, inspired design, and memorable guest experiences — from our renowned Poseidon Spa and vibrant rooftop restaurant and bar to interactive wine-blending and cooking classes that showcase farm-to-table culinary excellence.

With elegant guest rooms and suites, thoughtfully designed event spaces, and a celebrated art gallery featuring works by local and international artists, we offer more than a stay — we offer a lifestyle. Join our team and help deliver unforgettable moments in a setting that celebrates creativity, culture, and genuine service.

Overview

Are you a friendly and outgoing individual with a passion for creating memorable guest experiences? Join our team as a Front Desk Agent and be the welcoming face of our establishment. As a Front Desk Agent, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring our guests feel valued and cared for from the moment they arrive.

Summary:

• Provide exceptional customer service, creating a positive first impression for guests
• Efficiently handle guest check-ins and check-outs, ensuring accuracy and efficiency
• Respond promptly to guest inquiries and resolve any issues or complaints with professionalism and empathy
• Assist guests with recommendations and information about local attractions, dining options, and hotel amenities
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless guest experiences
• Maintain a clean and organized front desk area
• Handle cash and credit card transactions accurately
• Demonstrate a strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to guest satisfaction

Join our team and embark on a rewarding career in hospitality, where you can make a difference in our guests' stay.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a customer service role, preferably in a hotel or hospitality environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Previous cash handling experience required
• Strong problem-solving abilities and the ability to remain calm under pressure
• Proficiency in computer systems and knowledge of hotel property management software
• Outstanding organizational and multitasking skills
• Availability to work flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• High School diploma or equivalent

Benefits

Davidson Hospitality Group is an award-winning, full-service hospitality management company overseeing hotels, restaurants, dining and entertainment venues across the US. A trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners’ mentality that provides the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company. In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value, Davidson is comprised of four highly specialized operating verticals: Davidson Hotels, Pivot, Davidson Resorts and Davidson Restaurant Group.

In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value to its owners and team members, Davidson offers a rich benefit program with a variety of benefits designed to enrich the lives and well-being of our team members and their families.

• Multiple Tiers of Medical Coverage
• Dental & Vision Coverage
• 24/7 Teledoc service
• Free Maintenance Medications
• Pet Insurance
• Hotel Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement, and Holidays).
• 401K Match

Working at Davidson is like nowhere else. It’s less of a job, more of a calling. It’s part career, part revolution. Because whatever you do here, you play a part in helping redefine the way quality hospitality is delivered to our guests, our clients, our partners, and each other.EOE AA- Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual OrientationDavidson Hospitality is a drug free workplace. Pre-employment drug test and background check required. We participate in E-Verify.