Front Desk Agent

The Curtis Hotel and Corner Office Restaurant; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel in Denver is seeking a Front Office associate to provide exceptional service to guests. This role involves check-in and check-out procedures, cash handling, and responding to inquiries. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, strong customer service skills, and a friendly demeanor.

Benefits

Medical, dental, & vision insurance

Paid time off for vacation and sick time

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) program with employer matching

Great discounts on Hotels and Restaurants

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent.
• Fluency in English required.
• Experience in customer service preferred, but none is required.

Responsibilities

• Greets guests and completes check-in procedures.
• Facilitates guest departures, including check-outs.
• Handles cash transactions and maintains accurate records.

Skills

Cash handling procedures

Customer service skills

Mathematical aptitude

Fluency in English

Organizational skills

Tact and understanding

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Why us?

The Curtis Hotel, a Stay Happy, Work Happy! aesthetic: Calling all dashboard drummers, hairbrush singers, and firefly chasers- Welcome to the Curtis Hotel! Our playful yet professional attitude is what we live by and surround ourselves with others that have the same outlook on life. We dont believe that we clock out of life when we come into work, but that work is an extension of our day-to-day. We are the simple, happy-go-lucky parts of childhood, delightfully tucked into a stunning, truly iconic hotel.

Unique Perks!

• On-site Parking Benefits
• Hilton Hotel Rates
• Free Gym Access
• EcoPass Transit Program
• Complimentary Employee Meal
• Employee Game Room/Lounge

The Front Office Gist: Regardless of what the Sorting Hat says or whether youre a Jedi or a Sith, our Front Office team has the power to curate each guests adventure. We pride ourselves on creating phenomenal experiences, leading to lasting memories. In all we do, we become the destination, instead of a stopping point on your journey. If youre ready to defy gravity, click your heels together and apply!

Application window will be available until Sunday, June 29, 2025

Job Overview

Responds in a professional and courteous manner to arriving, departing and in-house guests by providing accurate and timely information and services. Responds to telephone and in-person inquiries regarding reservations, hotel information and guest concerns.

Responsibilities

• Greets and completes established check-in procedures for arriving guests on a daily basis, using both manual and computerized methods, in order to ensure guest are satisfied and in rooms as requested.
• Facilitates guest departure (check-out) on a daily basis by following established manual and computer procedures in order to close guest accounts and open the room for the next sell.
• Regularly calculates and/or posts monies, receipts, guest accounts and other forms of credit using accurate, proper cash handling methods and established procedures in order to present the customer with timely and precise hotel charges upon check-out and maintain accurate hotel records.
• Courteously answers inquiries and accepts reservations, both in person and by telephone, by accurately communicating hotel rates and information and by using suggestive selling techniques to sell room nights, increase occupancy and revenue.
• Maintains good customer relations by keeping abreast of all in-house and area functions in order to answer questions and concerns with timely and knowledgeable responses, in person and on telephone.
• Operates the PBX equipment by accepting incoming calls, assisting outgoing calls, scheduling and setting wake-up calls and paging guests to provide guests with timely and efficient service.
• Controls cash transactions at the front desk and maintains complete responsibility for personal bank as specified by hotel bank agreement policy.
• Maintains a friendly, cheerful and courteous demeanor at all times.

Qualifications

Education/Formal Training

High School diploma or equivalent

Experience

None required

Knowledge/Skills

• Must have high school graduate level mathematical aptitude, know standard cash handling procedures and knowledge of computerized cash register systems.
• Must have past experience in dealing directly with the public and acquired general knowledge of basic customer service skills.
• Must be fluent in oral and written English.
• Must be able to use tact and understanding when dealing with a variety of customer service problems, including stressful and highly emotional situations.
• Must be highly organized and able to pay attention to minute written and verbal details, particularly when performing multiple tasks.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to read written communiques and monochrome computer screen.
• Must be able to operate computer, calculator and telephone keyboards, for cash handling and paperwork processing.
• Must be able to understand and follow verbal/written instructions, work on more than one task at a time, and be able to communicate both verbally and in writing.
• 90% of shift is standing, Bending/kneeling - repeated bending and kneeling required while filing.
• Mobility - must be able to reach all areas of hotel to assist clients.
• Occasional standing. Occasional carrying and lifting of files and office items up to 25 lbs.

Environment

Prolonged standing at indoor, thermostatically climate-controlled work station under florescent lighting. Work inside 95%

Benefits

Medical, dental, & vision insurance Health savings and flexible spending accounts Basic Life and AD&D insurance Paid time off for vacation, sick time, and holidays Eligible to participate in the Companys 401(k) program with employer matching Employee Assistance Program Tuition Reimbursement Great discounts on Hotels, Restaurants, and much more.

Salary

USD $19.00 - USD $19.00 /Hr.

Source: Hospitality Online