Front Desk Agent

Omni Hotels & Resorts; Paradise Valley (AZ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Montelucia in Paradise Valley, AZ invites applications for a Front Desk Agent. The role delivers a five-star welcome and departure experience, guiding guests about hotel amenities and local areas while coordinating with Concierge, Bell/Guest Services, and Housekeeping for a seamless stay.

Candidates should have previous customer service experience and hotel front desk exposure is strongly preferred; ability to work weekends/holidays is required.

Qualifications

• Previous customer service experience.
• Previous hotel front desk experience is strongly preferred.
• Must be able to work a variety of shifts, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Process guest check-ins and check-outs according to Omni's Moments of Service and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Empathetically listen to guest inquiries and provide appropriate responses.
• Set up accurate accounts for each guest checking in according to their preferences (room type, payment, etc.).
• Block rooms in the computer and follow through on designated requirements.
• Pre-register designated guests and prepare key packets.
• Communicate pertinent guest information to designated departments/personnel (i.e., special requests, amenity delivery).
• Maintain confidentiality of all guests and hotel information.
• Employ attention to detail to ensure security of guest room access.
• Understand and execute all Omni accounting standards ensuring accurate settlement of folios, routing of charges and adjustments.
• Maintain guest history files on all guests.
• Accommodate room changes expediently.
• Document all guest requests, complaints, or problems immediately and notify designated department/personnel for resolving the situation. Follow up to ensure completion and guest satisfaction.
• Monitor, send and distribute guest mail and packages.
• Generate, print, and distribute daily and weekly reports.
• Resolve discrepancies on the room status report with Housekeeping.
• Maintain complete knowledge at all times of all hotel features/services, hours of operation, room types, numbers, layout, decor, appointments and locations, room rates, special packages, and promotions.
• Ability to clearly and pleasantly communicate both verbally and in writing in English with guests, management, and co-workers, both in person and by telephone.
• Ability to input information accurately and efficiently into computer systems.
• Ability to work cohesively with co-workers both within and outside of your department.
• Ability to compute accurate mathematical calculations.
• Ability to think clearly, quickly and make concise decisions.
• Ability to prioritize, organize and follow up.
• Ability to work well under pressure, dealing with many arrivals and departures within a short period of time.

Job description

Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Montelucia

Nestled at the base of Camelback Mountain in Paradise Valley, Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Montelucia is inspired by the rich heritage of Morocco and Southern Spain. The resort features 293 guest rooms, including 38 luxury suites and two presidential suites, along with award-winning dining at Prado and Scottsdale's only Hammam experience at Joya Spa.

At Omni Hotels & Resorts, our associates are the foundation of our success. We are dedicated to creating a culture of warmth, respect, and growth- where every associate is empowered to deliver exceptional service and create memorable moments for our guests. Join a team that takes pride in genuine hospitality and is committed to helping you grow personally and professionally.

JOB DESCRIPTION

No Job Description for a position can possibly include all duties which may be requested by guests or required by the hotel. The objective of all positions is to effectively provide the services personally, or to immediately refer requests to the appropriate department manager. The following is a summary of the major responsibilities of the position.

Position: Front Desk Agent

Department: Front Office

Purpose: Front Desk Agents are responsible for providing a five-star welcome and departure experience to each guest, as well as, serving as ambassadors throughout the guest's stay. Front Desk Agents make the first impression upon our guests by extending a warm welcome, providing information about the hotel and local area, and offering our full range of upscale hotel amenities and services to them. Front Desk Agents are also responsible for settling guest accounts upon check-out, resolving guest issues, and completing special requests. They work closely with all hotel departments especially our Concierge, Bell/Guest Services, and Housekeeping teams.

Essential Functions:

• Process guest check-ins and check-outs according to Omni's Moments of Service and Standard Operating Procedures
• Empathetically listen to guest inquiries and provide appropriate responses
• Set up accurate accounts for each guest checking in according to their preferences (room type, payment, etc.)
• Block rooms in the computer and follow through on designated requirements
• Pre-register designated guests and prepare key packets
• Communicate pertinent guest information to designated departments/personnel (i.e., special requests, amenity delivery)
• Maintain confidentiality of all guests and hotel information
• Employ attention to detail to ensure security of guest room access.
• Understand and execute all Omni accounting standards ensuring accurate settlement of folios, routing of charges and adjustments
• Maintain guest history files on all guests
• Accommodate room changes expediently
• Document all guest requests, complaints, or problems immediately and notify designated department/personnel for resolving the situation. Follow up to ensure completion and guest satisfaction
• Monitor, send and distribute guest mail and packages
• Generate, print, and distribute daily and weekly reports
• Resolve discrepancies on the room status report with Housekeeping
• Maintain complete knowledge at all times of all hotel features/services, hours of operation, room types, numbers, layout, decor, appointments and locations, room rates, special packages, and promotions.
• Ability to clearly and pleasantly communicate both verbally and in writing in English with guests, management, and co-workers, both in person and by telephone
• Ability to input information accurately and efficiently into computer systems
• Ability to work cohesively with co-workers both within and outside of your department
• Ability to compute accurate mathematical calculations
• Ability to think clearly, quickly and make concise decisions
• Ability to prioritize, organize and follow up
• Ability to work well under pressure, dealing with many arrivals and departures within a short period of time
• Previous customer service experience
• Previous hotel front desk experience is strongly preferred
• Previous cashiering experience is preferred
• Previous guest relations training is preferred
• Must be able to work a variety of shifts, including weekends and holidays.

Hotel Specific Essential Functions:

• Ability to clearly and pleasantly communicate both verbally and in writing with guests, management, and co-workers, both in person and by telephone
• Ability to input information accurately and efficiently into computer systems
• Ability to work cohesively with co-workers both within and outside of your department
• Ability to compute accurate mathematical calculations
• Ability to think clearly, quickly and make concise decisions
• Ability to prioritize, organize and follow up
• Ability to work well under pressure, dealing with many arrivals and departures within a short period of time
• Previous hotel front desk/customer service experience is strongly preferred
• Previous cashiering experience is preferred
• Previous guest relations training is preferred

Working Environment:

• Interior and on occasion exterior of hotel with exposure to weather conditions.

Omni Hotels & Resorts is an equal opportunity/AA/Disability/Veteran employer. The EEO is the Law poster is available using the following link:

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Omni Hotels & Resorts does not discriminate on the basis of any protected category with respect to the payment of wages.