Front Desk Agent

Hei Hotels Inc.; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Discounted parking

TRAX passes

Job summary

HEI Hotels and Resorts is seeking a Front Desk/Guest Services Agent in Salt Lake City to assist guests with arrival and departure and deliver positive experiences. You will greet guests, handle registrations, manage payments, and provide information on local attractions.

The role emphasizes friendly communication, accuracy in data entry, and the ability to stay composed during busy periods while supporting brand programs and upsell opportunities.

Qualifications

• Hotel experience preferred.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests with a friendly and sincere welcome, listen to requests, provide accurate information about hours and local attractions.
• Complete registration in the computer system, confirm guests, promote HEI Hotels and Resorts programs, select rooms based on guest needs, issue keys and vouchers.
• Verify credit cards for authorization, handle cash, post charges to guest rooms and service accounts.
• Answer telephone calls promptly, input messages, retrieve mail and packages for guests.
• Close guest accounts at check-out and resolve dissatisfaction including revenue allowances if needed.
• Address guest complaints and develop effective solutions.
• Remain calm during emergencies and busy periods, using good judgment and discretion.
• Attend work regularly and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Hotel experience

Customer service

Communication skills

Cash handling

Computer skills

Tools

Calculator

Front desk system

Job description

About Us

Experience the Thrill of Downtown Salt Lake City at the Marriott Downtown at City Creek. Join our vibrant team at the heart of Salt Lake City! Situated amidst the city's most beloved attractions, our hotel seamlessly blends modern style with the spirit of the great outdoors. Located across from The Salt Palace Convention Center and a block from TRAX, we're at the epicenter of exciting conventions and group events. This fast-paced environment provides a dynamic and rewarding workplace. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance (medical, dental, vision), discounted parking, and subsidized TRAX passes. We are also committed to your professional growth, fostering a supportive environment that encourages career advancement.

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

• 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.

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.