Front Desk Agent

Davidson Hospitality Group; Emeryville (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hotel Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Dental & Vision Coverage

24/7 Teledoc service

Pet Insurance

401K Match

Job summary

Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco - Oakland Bay Bridge in Emeryville is seeking a Front Desk Agent to warmly welcome guests and manage check-in/out processes. You will respond to inquiries, offer local recommendations, and collaborate with other teams to ensure a seamless guest experience.

Strong communication and cash handling skills are essential. The role involves flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, in a fast-paced hospitality environment.

Qualifications

• Customer service experience in a hotel or hospitality setting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Cash handling experience is required.
• Ability to stay calm under pressure and solve problems.
• Proficiency with hotel property management software.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional guest service at the front desk and create a positive first impression.
• Efficiently handle guest check-ins and check-outs with accuracy.
• Respond to guest inquiries and resolve issues professionally and empathetically.
• Advise guests on 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 attention to detail and proactive guest satisfaction.

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

Communication

PMS software

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

PMS systems

Job description

Property Description

Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco - Oakland Bay Bridge is a prestigious hotel located in Emeryville, California, offering exciting job opportunities for hospitality professionals seeking to be part of a thriving team. Joining our team means becoming part of a renowned hospitality brand known for its commitment to exceptional guest service and top-notch amenities. The hotel boasts a prime location near San Francisco and the Oakland Bay Bridge, making it a popular choice for both business and leisure travelers. As a team member, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, providing outstanding service to guests from diverse backgrounds. Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco - Oakland Bay Bridge values professional growth and development, offering opportunities for advancement within the organization. Join our team and be part of a rewarding and fulfilling career in the hospitality industry, where your skills and dedication will be recognized and rewarded.

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

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 CoverageDental & Vision Coverage24/7 Teledoc serviceFree Maintenance MedicationsPet InsuranceHotel DiscountsTuition ReimbursementPaid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement, and Holidays). 401K MatchWorking 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.

Salary Range

USD 20.19 - USD 20.19 /Hr.