Front Desk Agent

Hei Hotels Inc.; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Complimentary meals

Employee incentives

Job summary

The Sheraton Music City Hotel in Nashville seeks a Front Desk Agent to greet guests, assist with arrival and departure, and provide accurate information on local attractions and hotel services. You will handle registrations, input guest data, code room keys, process payments, post charges, and answer phones with a positive, professional demeanor.

Hospitality experience and strong communication are essential.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent required; college degree preferred.
• Hotel experience preferred.
• Strong communication and guest service orientation essential.
• Ability to stand/move throughout front office and perform duties.
• Proficient in inputting information and using computer systems.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests with a friendly, genuine welcome and assist with arrival/departure.
• Complete registration using the computer system, confirm guest details and rate.
• Code electronic keys and prepare welcome folders with keys and materials.
• Process payments, post charges, and balance house accounts.
• Answer telephones promptly with clear, positive communication; relay messages.
• Assist with mail, packages, and messages for guests.
• Close guest accounts at checkout and resolve guest concerns.
• Respond to complaints and emergencies with composure and effective solutions.
• Participate in training and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Computer input

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

College degree preferred

Tools

PMS system

Job description

Front Desk Agent# Career Opportunities at HEI Hotels & Resorts## Front Desk AgentApply: On-Site: Sheraton Music City - Nashville, TN: Full time: Posted Today: JR120359**About Us**Excellent service is a tradition at the Sheraton Music City Hotel. Our facility has 410 rooms and 32,000 square feet of centralized and elegant meeting space. With dedicated associates, we are poised to exceed our guest’s every need. Why work at Sheraton Music City? We are a fun, energetic and enthusiastic team that has a passion for delivering outstanding service to both our guests and fellow team members. Our associates enjoy free parking, complimentary meals, incentives for exemplary performance, and much more. Do you want to become a part of this excellent team and have fun at work? If you answered YES then apply now to join our Sheraton Music City Hotel Team!Don't meet every single requirement of this job? At HEI we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to still send in your information. You may be the perfect candidate for this or for other roles within our organization! We value U.S. military experience and invite all qualified military candidates to apply.**Compensation**### Tipped/Service Charge Eligible? No### Discretionary Performance Bonus Eligible? No**Overview**Assist guests with arrival and departure from hotel, while providing positive guests experiences.### **Essential Duties and Responsibilities***The following are specific contributions that must be developed during the training program in order to successfully complete the program and be placed in a hotel with or without reasonable accommodation:*•Greet customers immediately with a friendly and sincere welcome. Use a positive and clear speaking voice, listen to and understand requests, respond with appropriate action and provide accurate information such as outlet hours and local attractions.•Complete the registration process by inputting and retrieving information from a computer system, confirming pertinent information including number of guests and room rate. Promote HEI Hotels and Resorts and brand marketing programs. Make appropriate selection of rooms based on guest needs. •Code electronic keys. Non-verbally confirm the room number and rate. Provide welcome folders containing room keys, certificates, coupons, and refreshment center keys as appropriate.•Verify and imprint credit cards for authorization using electronic acceptance methods. Handle cash, make change and balance an assigned house bank. •Accept and record vouchers, traveler’s checks, and other forms of payment. Convert foreign currency at current posted rates. Post charges to guest rooms and house accounts using the computer.•Promptly answer the telephone using positive and clear communication. Input messages into the computer. Retrieve messages and communicate the content to the guest. Retrieve mail, small packages and facsimiles for customers as requested.•Close guest accounts at time of check out and ascertain satisfaction. In the event of dissatisfaction, negotiate compromise, which may include authorizing revenue allowances.•Field guest complaints, conducting thorough research to develop the most effective solutions and negotiate results. Listen and extend assistance in order to resolve problems such as price conflicts, insufficient heating or air conditioning, etc.•Remain calm and alert especially during emergency situations and heavy hotel activity. Plan and implement detailed steps by using experienced judgment and discretion.•Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis.•Perform any other job-related duties as assigned.**Qualifications and Skills****Education and Experience**•High School Diploma or equivalent required, and college degree preferred.•Hotel experience preferred.**Knowledge, Skills and Abilities**•Considerable skill in the use of a calculator to prepare moderately complex mathematical calculations without error.•Ability to effectively deal with internal and external customers, some of whom will require high levels of patience, tact and diplomacy to defuse anger, collect accurate information and resolve conflicts.•Ability to stand and move throughout front office and continuously perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.•Ability to access and accurately input information using a moderately complex computer system.•Ability to observe and detect signs of emergency situations.•Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, customers and patrons.•Effective verbal and written communication skills.•Ability to adapt communication style to suit different audiences, such as effectively communicating with supervisors, coworkers, public etc.## **Benefits**HEI Hotels and Resorts is committed to providing a comprehensive benefit program that offers you choices for your physical, mental and financial wellness, creating value in your most important investment - you! For your physical and mental wellness we offer competitive Medical and Dental programs through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as Vision insurance programs through EyeMed. Our Vacation, Sick and Holiday programs are available for you to rejuvenate with time off. HEI also provides pet insurance through the ASPCA. For your financial wellness, HEI provides a wide array of coverage, including Supplemental, Spousal and Child Life insurance as well as Short and Long-Term Disability plans. Our 401(k) Savings Plan with matching funds, and discounts through our 'YouDecide' and Hotel Room Discount programs provide additional incentives for choosing HEI as the employer of your future. Specific details and eligibility of these programs vary by location and employment status.### HEI Hotels and Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.