Front Desk Agent

HEI Hotels & Resorts; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Dental Insurance

401(k) with Matching Funds

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Job summary

A leading hotel chain in Orlando is looking for a dedicated guest service representative. You will be responsible for assisting guests during check-in and check-out, providing exceptional service, handling inquiries and complaints, and ensuring a smooth operation at the front desk. Candidates should have strong communication skills, hotel experience is preferred, and the ability to deal effectively with guests. Join a team that focuses on growth and creating memorable experiences for all guests.

Qualifications

• Hotel experience preferred.
• Ability to effectively deal with customers requiring patience and tact.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to input information using a computer system.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers warmly and provide accurate information.
• Assist guests with registration and room assignments.
• Handle cash and balance a house bank.
• Manage guest inquiries and complaints effectively.
• Remain calm during emergencies and heavy activity.

Skills

Hotel experience

Interpersonal communication

Math skills

Customer service

Problem-solving

Emergency response

Adaptability

Job description

About Us

A state-of-the-art, Green lodging hotel located just off I-4 and CR 535 and directly across the highway from Orlando's Premium Outlet Mall. At Hilton Garden Inn Lake Buena Vista, we're proud to cultivate a welcoming, inclusive, and collaborative work environment where every team member is valued and empowered. Our focus on teamwork and open communication creates a positive atmosphere where we all work together to deliver exceptional service and memorable experiences for our guests. We believe in personal growth and offer opportunities for development, ensuring that each individual has the tools and support needed to thrive in their role. Whether you're interacting with guests, maintaining the property, or managing operations, you'll find a culture that encourages work-life balance, respect, and a shared commitment to excellence.

Experience the perks of working with us, including complimentary on-site parking, generous paid time off, flexible holiday programs, and the GoHilton employee travel program. Join a vibrant team where dedication is celebrated, and career growth is encouraged every step of the way. Here, you'll thrive in a welcoming and supportive workplace that's as dynamic as the team you'll be part of.

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.

Overview

Assist guests with arrival and departure from hotel, while providing positive guests experiences.

• 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

• Hotel experience preferred.

• 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.

Compensation

Tipped/Service Charge Eligible? NoDiscretionary Performance Bonus Eligible? No

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.