Front Desk Agent

Paducah Riverfront Hotel; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player invites you to join their team as a Front Desk Agent, where you will create memorable experiences for guests from the moment they arrive. This role requires exceptional communication and problem-solving skills, as you will be the trusted contact for guests, assisting with everything from bookings to local knowledge. With a focus on teamwork and guest satisfaction, you will thrive in a dynamic environment that values flexibility and a positive attitude. Join a global family that celebrates diversity and supports personal growth, all while enjoying fantastic perks and training opportunities.

Benefits

Great room discount

Superb training

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills for guest interactions.
• Tech-savvy with a good grasp of basic math and computers.
• Flexibility to work night, weekend, and holiday shifts.

Responsibilities

• Provide a warm welcome and assist guests with check-in and check-out.
• Manage guest bookings and handle transactions efficiently.
• Address guest concerns and provide local insights.

Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Tech-Savvy

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma

College Degree

Job description

What is the job?

The moment a guest steps into one of our hotels, they walk into a genuinely memorable experience. As a Front Desk Agent, you’ll not only be the person they rely on to handle transactions, offer local insights and anticipate every detail of a friction-free experience. You’ll also create the warm atmosphere that makes our guests feel at home in any location.

Your day to day

•Be the warm welcome that kicks off a memorable guest experience

•Acknowledge IHG Rewards Club members and returning guests, in person or on the phone

•Take and manage guest bookings, up-selling opportunities and telling them about ways to improve their stay

•Handle cash and credit transactions

•Start every stay right by swiftly checking guests in and out - take IDs, hand out room keys, and control and release safety deposit boxes

•Stay one step ahead of guests’ needs – record and act on their preferences, and handle their messages, requests, questions and concerns

•Be a trusted contact for all guests. Help them with anything from bill issues to local knowledge, and loop in management when necessary

•Stay safe all the time. Following our safety procedures, you’ll report all incidents and wear any protective gear needed

•Take pride in your appearance and place as a brand ambassador

•Always know what events and activities are on the day’s schedule

•Jump into other ad-hoc duties when your colleagues need your help

What we need from you

•Communication skills - guests will need to come to you with concerns as well as compliments, so you’ll be easy to talk to

•Your problem-solving skills will turn issues into opportunities, so every guest leaves with great memories

•Literate and tech-savvy - you’ll need a good grasp of reading, writing, basic math and computers

•Flexibility - night, weekend and holiday shifts are all part of the job

•You’ll have a high school diploma or qualification. A college or university degree would be a bonus, but not essential

•Experience - ideally you’ll have spent at least one year in a front desk or guest service position

What we offer

We’ll reward all your hard work - great room discount and superb training.

Join us and you’ll become part of the global IHG family – and like all families, all our individual team members share some winning characteristics. As a team, we work better together – we trust and support each other, we do the right thing and we welcome different perspectives. You need to show us you care: that you notice the little things that make a difference to guests as well as always looking for ways to improve.