Front Desk Agent

The Townsend Hotel; Birmingham (MI); Presencial; USD 19.000 - 28.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Success Coach every Thursday

50% off restaurant bill for up to six

401(k)

Discounted Bus Passes

PTO Program

& so much more!

Descripción de la vacante

The Townsend Hotel in Birmingham, MI seeks a front desk agent to manage guest services, reservations, concierge duties, and host/hostess support. You will greet guests, handle check-in/out, and coordinate with departments to ensure a seamless stay.

A strong knowledge of Opera Cloud PMS and OpenTable is preferred, along with excellent communication, up-selling, and local-area expertise. Benefits include coaching, dining discounts, 401(k), PTO, and more.

Formación

• Front desk experience in hospitality preferred.
• Strong guest service and communication skills.
• Proficient in hotel software including Opera Cloud PMS.
• Able to up-sell and manage reservations.

Responsabilidades

• Provide guest services, reservations, concierge, and host/hostess support.
• Handle check-in/out procedures and direct incoming calls.
• Make restaurant reservations and local recommendations.
• Knowledge of Opera Cloud PMS and OpenTable.

Conocimientos

Guest services

Reservations

Concierge

Telephone handling

OpenTable knowledge

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's or Bachelor's in Hospitality Management or Business

Herramientas

Opera Cloud PMS

OpenTable

Alice Hospitality

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Descripción del empleo

• Location 100 Townsend Street,Birmingham, MI, 48009,United States
• Base Pay $17.00 / Hour
• Employee Type Regular Full Time
• Manage Others No

Contact information

• Name Bailee Gierman
• Phone [phone]
• Email [e-mail]

Description

RESPONSIBILITIES: Primary Responsibilities will be divided between providing guest services, reservations, concierge, and host/hostess assistance.

Provide exemplary guest service. Respond promptly and efficiently to inquiries, directions, requests, and complaints. Accurately process guest mail and messages.

Assist guest upon arrival and departure. Make certain all check-in/out procedures are adhered.

Direct incoming phone call request to the correct phone extensions.

Lobby greeter. Escort guest to their room upon arrival.

Knowledge of Opera Cloud PMS.

Take all room service orders, and send them appropriately to the Kitchen.

Take all reservation calls

Handling Group Reservations and Group Billing.

Offer upgrades and upsells when applicable.

Complete knowledge of room types, rooms, amenities, and rates.

Ability to retain an astounding knowledge of local businesses, clubs, and contacts.

Make restaurant reservations, recommend local social attractions, set up travel reservations or transportation, arrange for visits to spas or salons, or even procure tickets to special events.

Required to acknowledge all guest requests and execute to the best of the hotel’s ability.

Promptly greet guest in a warm, professional and friendly manner as they arrive and act as lobby ambassador.

Expected to be an expert on the local area by answering any guest inquiries regarding the city, events, and attractions.

Handles all requests and services for guests, arranges and follows up on reservations which include but are not limited to; transportation, shows, events, spa, golf tee times, restaurant reservations, flowers and other arrangements for special occasions.

Provides complete and exceptional assistance, service and direction, learns repeat guest and VIP preferences and ensures they are delivered beyond guests and company expectations each and every time by personally coordinating with proper departments.

Assists and supports department and division employees and management to deliver an exceptional overall guest experience.

Taking and modifying restaurant reservations for Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.

Assisting at the Host Stand during scheduled shifts.

Seating guests, managing reservations and table assignments.

Handling all Rugby Grille phones calls.

Knowledge of Open Table booking system.

BENEFITS

Success Coach every Thursday

Fifty percent off your restaurant bill for up to six guests

401 (k)

Discounted Bus Passes

PTO Program

& so much more!

Essential Skills : Requires knowledge of standard hotel business policies, procedures, and services. Communicate effectively in a positive manner with guests and co-workers. Must be tech savvy; computer software, including but not limited to: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word and Hotel property systems including Opera Cloud PMS, Alice Hospitality, and Open Table. Requires a high level of patience, tact, and diplomacy to defuse anger and collect accurate information. You have to be, familiar with Metro Detroit area, local attractions, sporting teams, concert venues, dining, and shopping options. Professionally represent the hotel. Task focused and detailed oriented. Manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced luxury hotel environment. Must have a valid Driver’s License.

Education/Vocational Preparation : High school graduate or equivalent required. Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management or Business preferred. Previous work experience should include a minimum of (1) year front desk experience in the hospitality industry or equivalent. Fluent foreign language skills preferred.

Physical Demands: Must be able to understand computer screens, and other documents. Must be an active listener; communicating with co-workers, guest, vendors, and attend meetings. Requires walking and standing for extended periods of time. You must have free movement of hands for typing and lifting. You must be able to lift 10+ pounds.

This Job Description is intended to provide a general overview of the tasks, duties and responsibilities with the position identified below. Although an individual employed in this position is expected to perform all of the functions referenced below, differences may exist depending on the specific location where an individual may be working.

The Townsend Hotel provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.