Front Desk Agent

remingtonhotelscareers; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Remington Hotels is seeking a friendly Front Desk Clerk to warmly greet guests, check them in and out promptly, and assist with pre-registration and reservations when needed.

You will know how to post charges accurately, handle cash, and operate the Front Office system. The role requires teamwork, reliability, and a willingness to work varied shifts.

Based in Buffalo, NY, this in-office position offers an hourly wage of $18.00 and opportunities to deliver great guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and guest service skills.
• Willingness to work nights, weekends and holidays.
• Team oriented with proactive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests and coordinate check-in/check-out promptly and professionally.
• Assist in pre-registration and blocking reservations when needed.
• Post all charges accurately and post related transactions.
• Handle cash, checks and credit card information securely.
• Review reservations with special requests and block rooms accordingly.
• Understand hotel rates/discounts and cancellations procedures.

Skills

High work ethic

Self-initiative

Team player

Job description

What you will be doing

• Greet and communicate cordially with guests, promptly and professionally checking them in and out of the hotel. Assist in pre-registration and blocking of reservations when necessary.
• Promptly, accurately and efficiently know how and where to post all charges.
• Have complete working knowledge of Front Office computer or manual system, including all daily transactions and those which are not performed often.
• Accurately manage cash handling, including receiving cash, checks and credit card information from guests for payment of hotel charges and making change correctly.
• Review any reservations with special requests and work to block rooms accordingly.
• Have knowledge of hotel rates, discounts and how to handle each.
• Have working knowledge of reservations and procedures, including how to take same day reservations. Should be able to take reservations in approximately 2 minutes. Know and follow cancellation procedures and relocation procedures when necessary.

Hourly Pay: $18.00

What we are looking for

• High work ethic and self-initiative
• May be required to work varying schedules to include nights, weekends, and holidays
• Someone who enjoys working as and being part of a team that provides great experiences for our Guests!

Physical Requirements (In-Office Role)

• Ability to work in a standard office environment.
• Prolonged periods of sitting or standing at a desk and working on a computer. (6-8 hours a day)
• Occasional standing and walking throughout the workday.
• Frequent fine motor skills, use of hands and fingers for keyboarding/typing, utilizing a mouse or trackpad, writing, and operating office equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Occasionally required to stand, walk, bend, reach, or carry items.
• Ability to lift and/or move 10–25 pounds as needed (e.g., files, office supplies).
• Visual ability to read from a computer screen and printed materials including close visual focus for extended periods and color differentiation (for certain roles).
• Ability to hear and participate in conversations and meetings, use phone and/or headset
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.