Front Desk Agent

BENCHMARK; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal opportunity employer

Inclusive environment

Job summary

Pyramid Global Hospitality is hiring for a Front Desk role at the Cambria Hotel Philadelphia Downtown Center City. The position involves greeting guests, checking them in, and providing information about the hotel and local area.

You will deliver exceptional service, engage with guests from around the world, and help guests have a positive experience. The role requires a friendly, proactive approach and the ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Desire to impact others.
• Outgoing and engaging personality.
• Computer skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced setting.
• Ability to stand for the duration of the shift.
• Available to work varied shifts including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Check guests in and register them.
• Be a knowledge source about the hotel, its amenities, and local area.
• Create a memorable first impression and WOW guests.
• Promote and sell hotel programs.
• Interact with hotel staff professionally and assist other departments as needed.
• Know emergency procedures and policies.
• Maintain house bank and communicate information to the manager on duty.

Skills

High school diploma

Communication skills

Computer skills

Customer service

Fast-paced work

Flexible shifts

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Pyramid Global Hospitality is a leading hospitality management company with a portfolio of more than 200 hotels and resorts and over 18,000 associates across the United States, Caribbean, and Europe. Our platform includes Benchmark Resorts & Hotels, a collection of distinctive independent properties; Axiom Hospitality, our European hotel management company; and PYRAMIDWORKS, which provides integrated workplace and facilities services. With corporate offices in Boston, The Woodlands, Texas, and London, Pyramid combines global scale with a hands-on approach focused on exceptional service, operational excellence, and long-term partnerships. At Pyramid, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating an environment where associates are respected, supported, and empowered to grow their careers. Team members have the opportunity to collaborate directly with experienced leaders, take on meaningful stretch assignments, and gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of properties, brands, and markets. Whether you are beginning your hospitality career or bringing years of experience, you'll find opportunities to learn, develop, and make an impact. Our commitment to associates, guests, owners, and the communities we serve has helped make Pyramid and our properties among the most recognized in hospitality. From being named among the best places to work by respected publications such as USA Today, The Boston Globe, and the Houston Chronicle to earning top travel accolades from Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Forbes Travel Guide, and U.S. News & World Report, these recognitions reflect the culture, service excellence, and commitment to people that define the Pyramid experience.

About our property:

Welcome to Cambria Hotel Philadelphia Downtown Center City, a distinguished property within the Pyramid Global Hospitality portfolio. Situated in the heart of Philadelphia's vibrant Center City, this modern hotel offers 223 stylish guest rooms and 2,200 sq. ft. of versatile meeting space, making it an ideal setting for business gatherings, special events, and exceptional hospitality experiences. At Cambria Hotel Philadelphia Downtown Center City, team members have the chance to be part of a dynamic hospitality environment where creativity, dedication, and excellence are valued. If you're passionate about delivering outstanding service and eager to grow your career in a supportive, people-first culture, discover the exciting opportunities waiting for you at Cambria Hotel Philadelphia Downtown Center City.

What you will have an opportunity to do:

We are looking for highly motivated individuals to join our Front Desk team. The ideal candidate uses their engaging personality to create a memorable first impression for our guests. While checking in, registering guests, the Front Desk Agent is a source of knowledge for the guest for everything about the hotel, its amenities, and the local area. If you enjoy engaging with people from all over the world and making meaningful connections, as well as taking steps to "WOW" people, we want you! This is a tremendous opportunity for a driven person to grow a career in hospitality with a world-class property.

Your Role:

Help guests discover their "Wanderlust" experience Provide exceptional customer service by being engaging and taking sincere interest Check guests in, ensuring proper credit is received, special requests are noted and fulfilled, and accurate information is established. Help to resolve problems and "WOW" guests through recovery when things aren't quite right Promote and sell special hotel programs. Interact with hotel/resort staff in a professional manner, assisting other departments with necessary information. Be knowledgeable of all emergency procedures and policies. Maintain house bank. Communicate all pertinent information to manager on duty. Follow set procedures on posting, charges, cashing checks, safe deposits, and refunds. Assist other departments as needed.

What are we looking for? Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• A strong desire to make an impact on other people.
• An outgoing and engaging personality.
• Computer skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced setting.
• Ability to stand for the duration of the shift.
• Must be available to work various shifts including weekends and holidays.

Compensation:

$18.00 - $18.00

Pyramid Global Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Actual compensation packages are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, years & depth of experience, certifications and specific office location. This may differ in other locations due to cost of labor considerations.

Pyramid Global Hospitality is a leading hospitality management company with a portfolio of more than 200 hotels and resorts and over 18,000 associates across the United States, Caribbean, and Europe. Our platform includes Benchmark Resorts & Hotels, a collection of distinctive independent properties; Axiom Hospitality, our European hotel management company; and PYRAMIDWORKS, which provides integrated workplace and facilities services. With corporate offices in Boston, The Woodlands, Texas, and London, Pyramid combines global scale with a hands-on approach focused on exceptional service, operational excellence, and long-term partnerships. At Pyramid, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating an environment where associates are respected, supported, and empowered to grow their careers. Team members have the opportunity to collaborate directly with experienced leaders, take on meaningful stretch assignments, and gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of properties, brands, and markets. Whether you are beginning your hospitality career or bringing years of experience, you'll find opportunities to learn, develop, and make an impact. Our commitment to associates, guests, owners, and the communities we serve has helped make Pyramid and our properties among the most recognized in hospitality. From being named among the best places to work by respected publications such as USA Today, The Boston Globe, and the Houston Chronicle to earning top travel accolades from Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Forbes Travel Guide, and U.S. News & World Report, these recognitions reflect the culture, service excellence, and commitment to people that define the Pyramid experience.